Texas Democrats Flee State to Block GOP Redistricting Plan plus Banks Face Fines for Political Discrimination

🏛️ Texas House Democrats Walkout Over 50 Texas House Democrats left the state to deny quorum and block a GOP-led redistricting plan. They traveled to sanctuary states like Illinois, New York, and Massachusetts. Governor Greg Abbott responded with threats of civil arrest, court action, and fines. Democrats argue they are defending democratic norms; Republicans accuse them of abandoning responsibilities, including flood relief efforts. 🗺️ Redistricting and Gerrymandering The GOP redistricting plan could add up to five new Republican-leaning U.S. House seats. Abbott claims the new maps will include majority-Hispanic districts and restore historically significant seats. The commentary criticizes Democratic-led states for extreme gerrymandering while defending Texas's approach. 🏦 Executive Order on “Debanking” The White House is reportedly preparing an executive order to penalize banks for closing accounts based on political beliefs. The order would direct regulators to investigate potential violations of laws like the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Conservative groups, gun rights advocates, and Christian organizations are cited as victims of politically motivated account closures. 💰 Trump’s Crypto Push Donald Trump signed a crypto bill into law, aiming to boost U.S. competitiveness with China. The bill is framed as a way to protect conservatives from being financially excluded. Trump emphasized the importance of crypto and AI in maintaining U.S. economic dominance. 🕵️ FBI “Burn Bags” and Russia Probe Allegations that classified documents related to the Trump-Russia investigation were found in “burn bags” at FBI headquarters. Claims that the Steele dossier was fabricated and used to unjustly target Trump. The narrative suggests a deep-state conspiracy against Trump, with calls for further declassification and public release of documents. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. Thanks for Listening #seanhannity #hannity #marklevin #levin #charliekirk #megynkelly #tucker #tuckercarlson #glennbeck #benshapiro #shapiro #trump #sexton #bucksexton#rushlimbaugh #limbaugh #whitehouse #senate #congress #thehouse #democrats#republicans #conservative #senator #congressman #congressmen #congresswoman #capitol #president #vicepresident #POTUS #presidentoftheunitedstatesofamerica#SCOTUS #Supremecourt #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #TedCruz #Benferguson #VerdictSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

🏦 Proposed Executive Order on Political Debanking Context: The White House is reportedly preparing an executive order to penalize banks for closing accounts based on political beliefs. Key Provisions: Investigate violations of the Equal Credit Opportunity Act, antitrust laws, and consumer protection laws. Impose fines, consent decrees, or other penalties. Require banks to revoke internal policies that may have led to politically motivated closures. Direct the Small Business Administration to review loan practices. Targeted Groups: Conservative, Christian, missionary, and Second Amendment organizations allegedly affected. Institutions Mentioned: JP Morgan Chase and Bank of America (accused but deny wrongdoing). Political Framing: The commentary frames this as a move by Donald Trump to protect conservatives from political discrimination by financial institutions. 🏛️ Texas House Democrats Walkout Event: Over 50 Texas House Democrats left the state (to Illinois, New York, Massachusetts) to deny quorum and block a GOP-led congressional redistricting plan that could add up to five Republican-leaning U.S. House seats. Historical Context: This mirrors similar walkouts in 2003 and 2021. Governor Greg Abbott's Response: Issued a 3 PM ultimatum for Democrats to return. Threatened to declare seats vacant or issue civil arrest warrants (valid only in Texas). Suggested possible felony bribery charges if lawmakers accepted or offered money to skip votes. Democrats' Defense: Claimed they are defending democratic norms and using legal tools under Texas law. Criticism: The commentary accuses Democrats of prioritizing political agendas over urgent issues like flood relief. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. Thanks for Listening #seanhannity #hannity #marklevin #levin #charliekirk #megynkelly #tucker #tuckercarlson #glennbeck #benshapiro #shapiro #trump #sexton #bucksexton#rushlimbaugh #limbaugh #whitehouse #senate #congress #thehouse #democrats#republicans #conservative #senator #congressman #congressmen #congresswoman #capitol #president #vicepresident #POTUS #presidentoftheunitedstatesofamerica#SCOTUS #Supremecourt #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #TedCruz #Benferguson #Verdict #maga #presidenttrump #47 #the47morningupdate #donaldtrump #trump #news #trumpnews #Benferguson #breaking #breakingnews #morningupdateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1. Investigation into Jack Smith The U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) has reportedly opened an investigation into former Special Counsel Jack Smith. Allegations center around potential violations of the Hatch Act, which restricts political activity by government employees. Senator Tom Cotton requested the investigation, claiming Smith may have unlawfully influenced the 2024 election to harm Donald Trump. Accusations include: Rushing Trump’s trial before the Iowa caucuses. Filing legal briefs close to the election. Attempting to fast-track Supreme Court rulings. The investigation is not criminal, but could result in fines or sanctions. 2. Border Security and Migrant Arrests The document shifts to border security under the Trump administration. Claims of record-low migrant apprehensions in Texas and nationwide. Highlights include: Arrests of Chinese and Uzbek nationals. Use of canine units and mounted patrols. Seizures of drugs and stolen vehicles. Statistics suggest a dramatic drop in border crossings compared to the Biden administration. Quotes from figures like Kristi Noem emphasize the effectiveness of Trump’s border policies. 3. Whistleblower Allegations on Russia Hoax A whistleblower has come forward alleging manipulation of intelligence during the Obama administration. Claims include: Pressure to support the January 2017 Intelligence Community Assessment (ICA) linking Trump to Russian interference. Threats of retaliation and promises of promotion for compliance. Use of discredited sources like the Steele dossier. Tulsi Gabbard is cited as supporting the whistleblower and pushing for transparency. The whistleblower’s account suggests a coordinated effort to undermine Trump using false intelligence. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. Thanks for Listening #seanhannity #hannity #marklevin #levin #charliekirk #megynkelly #tucker #tuckercarlson #glennbeck #benshapiro #shapiro #trump #sexton #bucksexton#rushlimbaugh #limbaugh #whitehouse #senate #congress #thehouse #democrats#republicans #conservative #senator #congressman #congressmen #congresswoman #capitol #president #vicepresident #POTUS #presidentoftheunitedstatesofamerica#SCOTUS #Supremecourt #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #TedCruz #Benferguson #VerdictSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

📰 1. Investigation into Former Special Counsel Jack Smith The U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) has reportedly opened an investigation into Jack Smith, the former special counsel who led criminal investigations into Donald Trump. The investigation centers on whether Smith violated the Hatch Act, which prohibits federal employees from engaging in political activities. Allegations include: Rushing legal proceedings to influence the 2024 election. Filing briefs close to the election date. Using DOJ resources in a way that allegedly favored Kamala Harris and harmed Trump. The investigation is not criminal, but could result in fines or sanctions. The document suggests this could be the start of broader scrutiny into Smith’s actions and those of his team. 🚨 2. Border Security and Migrant Arrests in Texas The second half of the document shifts focus to border security, highlighting: A significant drop in migrant apprehensions under the Trump administration compared to the Biden administration. Specific arrests of migrants, including Chinese nationals and individuals from Uzbekistan, with concerns about terrorism. Increased effectiveness of Texas DPS, Border Patrol, and K-9 units in tracking and apprehending illegal migrants. Claims of record-low apprehension numbers in June and July 2025, attributed to stricter enforcement and deterrence. Statements from Christy Noem emphasizing the success of Trump’s border policies. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. Thanks for Listening #seanhannity #hannity #marklevin #levin #charliekirk #megynkelly #tucker #tuckercarlson #glennbeck #benshapiro #shapiro #trump #sexton #bucksexton#rushlimbaugh #limbaugh #whitehouse #senate #congress #thehouse #democrats#republicans #conservative #senator #congressman #congressmen #congresswoman #capitol #president #vicepresident #POTUS #presidentoftheunitedstatesofamerica#SCOTUS #Supremecourt #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #TedCruz #Benferguson #Verdict #maga #presidenttrump #47 #the47morningupdate #donaldtrump #trump #news #trumpnews #Benferguson #breaking #breakingnews #morningupdateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

🕵️‍♂️ Whistleblower Claims A whistleblower from the Obama-era intelligence community alleges they were pressured and silenced when they tried to challenge the narrative that Russia interfered in the 2016 election. The whistleblower claims: Intelligence assessments were manipulated. Critical context was omitted from the 2017 Intelligence Community Assessment (ICA). There was pressure to align with a predetermined narrative favoring claims of Russian interference. Other foreign influences were ignored. Tulsi Gabbard is cited as having shared and supported the whistleblower’s claims on social media. The hosts argue this supports the idea that the “Russia hoax” was a politically motivated effort to undermine Donald Trump. 📚 Kamala Harris Critique The episode also critiques Kamala Harris’s appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to promote her new book, 107 Days. The hosts mock: Her explanation for not running for governor of California. Her comments on democracy, the Supreme Court, and the Department of Education. Her perceived lack of leadership and clarity about who leads the Democratic Party. They argue that Harris and the Democratic Party are out of touch with voters and dismissive of democratic outcomes they disagree with. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and the Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. Thanks for Listening #seanhannity #hannity #marklevin #levin #charliekirk #megynkelly #tucker #tuckercarlson #glennbeck #benshapiro #shapiro #trump #sexton #bucksexton#rushlimbaugh #limbaugh #whitehouse #senate #congress #thehouse #democrats#republicans #conservative #senator #congressman #congressmen #congresswoman #capitol #president #vicepresident #POTUS #presidentoftheunitedstatesofamerica#SCOTUS #Supremecourt #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #TedCruz #Benferguson #Verdict #justicecorrupted #UnwokeHowtoDefeatCulturalMarxisminAmericaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1. Lindsey Graham on Russian Interference and Obama Senator Lindsey Graham appears on Meet the Press expressing anger over alleged media misinformation and the Obama administration’s handling of Russian interference in the 2016 election. He suggests new evidence has emerged, possibly warranting a special counsel investigation. Graham criticizes the media (e.g., Washington Post, New York Times, NBC) for their role in promoting the Russia-Trump collusion narrative. He clarifies he is not accusing Obama of treason but calls for an investigation into the origins of the intelligence narrative. 2. Obama Phone Program and Fraud The segment revisits the "Obama phone" program, originally part of the Lifeline initiative to provide phones to low-income individuals. It highlights a recent case where a Florida CEO, Isa Asad, was sentenced to prison and fined $128 million for defrauding the program. The host uses this to argue that the program was a form of vote-buying and rife with corruption. 3. Media Misrepresentation of Gaza Crisis Ben criticizes The New York Times for publishing a photo of a malnourished Palestinian child, claiming it was misleading. The child reportedly had a pre-existing medical condition, and the photo was used to suggest Israel was starving Gaza civilians. Ben accuses the media of spreading anti-Semitic propaganda and failing to correct the narrative transparently. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. Thanks for Listening #seanhannity #hannity #marklevin #levin #charliekirk #megynkelly #tucker #tuckercarlson #glennbeck #benshapiro #shapiro #trump #sexton #bucksexton#rushlimbaugh #limbaugh #whitehouse #senate #congress #thehouse #democrats#republicans #conservative #senator #congressman #congressmen #congresswoman #capitol #president #vicepresident #POTUS #presidentoftheunitedstatesofamerica#SCOTUS #Supremecourt #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #TedCruz #Benferguson #VerdictSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1. Criticism of Government Programs Ben revisits the Obama-era Lifeline program, popularly dubbed the “Obama phone” initiative, alleging it was used to “buy votes.” A Florida CEO, Isa Asad, was sentenced to prison and fined $128 million for defrauding the Lifeline and PPP programs. The speaker claims this is just the “tip of the iceberg” in terms of fraud and corruption. 2. ICE Arrests and Immigration Enforcement The document highlights ICE arrests of 214 illegal aliens in Houston, Texas, charged or convicted of child sex offenses. It praises the Trump administration’s multi-agency approach to immigration enforcement and deportation. Specific cases of deported individuals with criminal histories are listed. 3. Promotion of Conservative Businesses The speaker promotes Kurt Elliott Precious Metals and Patriot Mobile, emphasizing their alignment with conservative values and opposition to “woke” corporations. 4. Criticism of the Biden Administration Accusations that the Biden administration knowingly allowed dangerous individuals into the country. Discussion of a missing migrant children hotline that allegedly went unanswered, leaving vulnerable children without help. Testimony from Ali Hopper, founder of Guard Against Trafficking, is cited to support these claims. 5. New Detention Facility in Florida Coverage of a new facility dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz” being built in Florida to detain and deport illegal immigrants. Includes commentary from DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Criticism from Democratic Representative Alejandro Frost is also mentioned. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. Thanks for Listening #seanhannity #hannity #marklevin #levin #charliekirk #megynkelly #tucker #tuckercarlson #glennbeck #benshapiro #shapiro #trump #sexton #bucksexton#rushlimbaugh #limbaugh #whitehouse #senate #congress #thehouse #democrats#republicans #conservative #senator #congressman #congressmen #congresswoman #capitol #president #vicepresident #POTUS #presidentoftheunitedstatesofamerica#SCOTUS #Supremecourt #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #TedCruz #Benferguson #VerdictSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1. Trump–EU Trade Deal Trump announces a historic trade agreement with the European Union. Key elements of the deal: EU to purchase $750 billion in U.S. energy. EU to invest an additional $600 billion in the U.S. Zero tariffs on trade between the U.S. and EU. A 15% flat tariff on automobiles and other goods. EU to purchase hundreds of billions in U.S. military equipment. Trump claims this is “the biggest deal ever made.” 2. Criticism of the Obama Administration The file revisits the “Obama phone” controversy, portraying it as a vote-buying scheme. Discusses the fraud conviction of a Florida telecom CEO (Isa Asade of Q Link Wireless) involved in defrauding the Lifeline program and PPP loans. Highlights misuse of funds for personal luxury items and past legal issues of the CEO. 3. Economic Outlook & Trump’s Impact Cites a Bank of America report predicting not just a recovery but a potential economic boom. Five reasons for optimism: Political will ahead of midterms. Impact of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” on domestic manufacturing. Global stimulus efforts, especially in Europe. Surge in capital expenditures by major U.S. companies. A proprietary economic indicator signaling a shift from downturn to recovery. 4. Midterm Elections & Political Messaging Frames the midterms as a referendum on Trump’s agenda. Emphasizes the importance of continued support for Trump-aligned policies to maintain economic momentum. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. Thanks for Listening #seanhannity #hannity #marklevin #levin #charliekirk #megynkelly #tucker #tuckercarlson #glennbeck #benshapiro #shapiro #trump #sexton #bucksexton#rushlimbaugh #limbaugh #whitehouse #senate #congress #thehouse #democrats#republicans #conservative #senator #congressman #congressmen #congresswoman #capitol #president #vicepresident #POTUS #presidentoftheunitedstatesofamerica#SCOTUS #Supremecourt #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #TedCruz #Benferguson #Verdict #maga #presidenttrump #47 #the47morningupdate #donaldtrump #trump #news #trumpnews #Benferguson #breaking #breakingnews #morningupdateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

🕵️ FBI & Russia Investigation Discussion centers on new intelligence suggesting the FBI played a role in spreading the Trump-Russia collusion narrative before launching the Crossfire Hurricane probe. The hosts claim this was a coordinated effort involving the Clinton campaign, the Obama administration, and various intelligence agencies. Praise is given to John Ratcliffe for declassifying related documents. Andrew McCabe is mentioned as a likely candidate for prosecution due to alleged false testimony. 🎓 Harvard & Chinese Communist Party (CCP) The podcast shifts to concerns about foreign influence in U.S. universities, particularly Harvard’s alleged ties to the CCP. Whistleblower claims suggest Harvard has formal relationships with CCP entities and trains rising Chinese elites. The hosts argue this poses national security risks and accuse Harvard of being ideologically aligned with China. Reference is made to legislation aimed at banning Defense Department funding for universities with Confucius Institutes. 🇮🇱 Israel & U.S. Politics The hosts criticize Senate Democrats for increasingly opposing military aid to Israel. Bernie Sanders’ resolution to block weapons sales to Israel is discussed, with 27 Democrats voting in favor. The shift is portrayed as a rise in pro-Hamas sentiment within the Democratic Party. The podcast also condemns international governments (UK, France, Canada) for supporting Palestinian statehood post-October 7 attacks. 📰 Media Critique: The New York Times The hosts accuse the NYT of spreading Hamas propaganda via a misleading photo of a malnourished Gaza child. They claim the child’s condition was due to pre-existing health issues, not starvation caused by Israel. The NYT’s correction is criticized for being buried on a little-seen PR Twitter account. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and the Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. Thanks for Listening #seanhannity #hannity #marklevin #levin #charliekirk #megynkelly #tucker #tuckercarlson #glennbeck #benshapiro #shapiro #trump #sexton #bucksexton#rushlimbaugh #limbaugh #whitehouse #senate #congress #thehouse #democrats#republicans #conservative #senator #congressman #congressmen #congresswoman #capitol #president #vicepresident #POTUS #presidentoftheunitedstatesofamerica#SCOTUS #Supremecourt #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #TedCruz #Benferguson #Verdict #justicecorrupted #UnwokeHowtoDefeatCulturalMarxisminAmericaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

🔍 1. Hillary Clinton and the Russia Hoax Allegations The hosts claim that newly declassified documents show Hillary Clinton personally approved a plan to link Donald Trump to Russian election interference in 2016. The plan was allegedly intended to distract from her own email scandal. The documents reportedly include emails involving George Soros’s Open Society Foundation and Clinton’s foreign policy advisor, Julianne Smith. The podcast alleges that the FBI and media were complicit in spreading the narrative, which they describe as a deliberate disinformation campaign. 🇮🇱 2. Democrats and Israel Cruz criticizes Senate Democrats for increasingly voting against military aid to Israel. He claims that more than half of Senate Democrats supported a resolution to block weapons sales to Israel, which he interprets as a shift toward pro-Hamas sentiment. The discussion includes criticism of international allies (UK, France, Canada) for recognizing a Palestinian state, which Cruz argues rewards terrorism. 📰 3. Media Bias and the Gaza Photo Controversy The New York Times is accused of spreading Hamas propaganda by publishing a misleading photo of a malnourished child in Gaza. The podcast claims the child’s condition was due to pre-existing health issues, not Israeli actions, and criticizes the Times for issuing a low-profile correction. 🇨🇳 4. Harvard and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) The hosts discuss a congressional investigation into Harvard University’s alleged ties with the CCP. Whistleblowers reportedly revealed that Harvard has formal partnerships with CCP training institutions. The podcast argues that China uses these relationships to influence U.S. academia and train future American leaders with pro-CCP ideology. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. Thanks for Listening #seanhannity #hannity #marklevin #levin #charliekirk #megynkelly #tucker #tuckercarlson #glennbeck #benshapiro #shapiro #trump #sexton #bucksexton#rushlimbaugh #limbaugh #whitehouse #senate #congress #thehouse #democrats#republicans #conservative #senator #congressman #congressmen #congresswoman #capitol #president #vicepresident #POTUS #presidentoftheunitedstatesofamerica#SCOTUS #Supremecourt #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #TedCruz #Benferguson #VerdictSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.