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Clintons Subpoenaed: House Panel Demands Epstein Testimony

House Panel Demands Answers: Clintons, FBI Chiefs Called to Testify plus Trump’s Tariff Triumph

🧾 1. Congressional Subpoenas Related to Jeffrey Epstein Investigation

The first half of the podcast focuses on a significant development in the U.S. House Oversight Committee's investigation into Jeffrey Epstein:

  • Subpoenas Issued: The committee, led by Chairman James Comer, has issued subpoenas to several high-profile individuals, including:

    • Former Presidents Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton
    • Former FBI Directors James Comey and Robert Mueller
    • Current and former U.S. Attorneys General: Bill Barr, Alberto Gonzales, Jeff Sessions, Loretta Lynch, Eric Holder, and Merrick Garland
  • Purpose: These subpoenas aim to gather testimony related to Epstein’s crimes and the federal government’s handling of the case, including connections to Ghislaine Maxwell.

  • Timeline: Testimonies are scheduled from mid-August through mid-October.

  • Political Context: The investigation is described as bipartisan, with contributions from both Democratic and Republican representatives. The document also references Bill Clinton’s memoir, where he downplays his relationship with Epstein despite documented interactions.


📈 2. Donald Trump’s Tariff Policies and Economic Impact

The second half shifts to former President Donald Trump’s trade and tariff policies:

  • Tariffs on China and India: Trump is reportedly considering new tariffs on China due to its continued purchase of Russian oil, following similar actions against India.

  • Economic Claims:

    • Tariffs have allegedly led to increased revenue and reduced imports from China.
    • The trade deficit is said to be at a two-year low.
    • Trump’s administration is portrayed as successful in negotiating trade deals and protecting American manufacturing.
  • Pharmaceuticals: Trump plans to impose high tariffs on foreign pharmaceuticals to encourage domestic production, citing national security concerns.

  • China’s Response: The Chinese Foreign Ministry has pushed back, asserting its right to secure energy supplies and warning against U.S. coercion.

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Media’s Role in Biden’s Decline "Only Good Four Hours a Day"

  • Criticism of Jake Tapper and Mainstream Media:

    • Cruz and Ferguson accuse Tapper and CNN of knowingly covering up Biden’s mental deterioration.
    • They mock Tapper’s role in the book, likening it to an arsonist writing about fire prevention.
  • Biden’s Cognitive Decline:

    • The podcast discusses alleged incidents of Biden’s confusion, memory lapses, and diminished capacity.
    • They reference reports from cabinet members and the Department of Justice suggesting Biden was mentally unfit.
  • Media and Political Hypocrisy:

    • The hosts argue that Democrats and media figures lied to the public about Biden’s condition.
    • They cite examples of politicians like Chuck Schumer and Jake Sullivan allegedly dodging accountability.
  • Autopen and Presidential Authority:

    • Cruz raises concerns about the use of an autopen to sign official documents, questioning the legality and legitimacy of such actions.
  • Obama’s Alleged Influence:

    • The podcast speculates that Barack Obama and his former staffers were effectively running the Biden administration.
  • Personal Anecdotes:

    • Cruz shares a story about Biden swearing him into the Senate and a humorous moment involving his daughter.
    • The hosts joke about Cruz’s wife and discuss podcasting habits.

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Chikungunya Outbreak Sparks Global Concern plus Mark Levin joins us to discuss ‘On Power’ his Latest Book

🦟 1. Chikungunya Outbreak in China

  • Main Focus: The CDC has issued a Level 2 travel warning due to a chikungunya virus outbreak in Guangdong province, China, with over 7,000 confirmed cases and spread to Hong Kong.
  • Symptoms: Fever, joint pain, headaches, rash, and in rare cases, death—especially among infants, elderly, and those with preexisting conditions.
  • Containment Measures in China: Use of drones, mosquito-eating fish, fines for stagnant water, mandatory insect repellent, and hospital isolation under mosquito netting.
  • Tone: Skeptical of Chinese transparency, drawing parallels to COVID-19 and questioning whether the full truth is being disclosed.

🏛️ 2. Texas Political Crisis

  • Governor Greg Abbott's Lawsuit: Filed against Democratic lawmakers who fled Texas to block a redistricting bill, accusing them of dereliction of duty.
  • Legal Action: Abbott is invoking the Texas Constitution and Attorney General Ken Paxton’s support to potentially remove legislators from office.
  • Democratic Response: Chairman Wu defends the move as a constitutional stand, not abandonment.
  • Illinois Governor JB Pritzker: Defends the Texas Democrats and opposes any attempt to arrest them in Illinois.
  • Tone: Strongly supportive of Abbott’s actions and critical of Democratic lawmakers.

📚 3. Interview with Mark Levin

  • Topic: Levin’s new book On Power, which explores the nature of power, its historical use, and its impact on liberty.
  • Themes:
    • The struggle between positive and negative uses of power.
    • Concerns about Marxism, Islamism, and indoctrination in education.
    • The erosion of American values and the rise of authoritarianism disguised as democracy.
  • Tone: Deeply ideological, promoting conservative values and warning against perceived threats to American liberty.

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China’s 'New' Viral Outbreak Echoes COVID-Era Measures plus Democrats Face Removal Over Quorum Walkout

🦟 1. CDC Travel Warning Over Chikungunya Outbreak in China

  • Outbreak Details:

    • Over 7,000 confirmed cases in Guangdong Province, China, with spread to Hong Kong and other regions.
    • The virus is mosquito-borne, similar to dengue and Zika.
    • Symptoms include fever, joint pain, headaches, muscle aches, rash, and in rare cases, death, especially among infants, elderly, and those with preexisting conditions.
  • CDC Response:

    • Issued a Level 2 travel notice.
    • Advises enhanced precautions: insect repellent, long clothing, screened accommodations.
    • Vaccination is available and recommended for travelers.
    • Pregnant travelers are advised to reconsider travel due to risks to newborns.
  • Chinese Containment Measures:

    • Use of drones, mosquito-eating fish, fines for stagnant water, and hospital isolation under mosquito netting.
    • Comparisons are drawn to COVID-19 containment tactics, raising concerns about transparency.

🏛️ 2. Texas Political Crisis Over Redistricting

  • Governor Greg Abbott's Lawsuit:

    • Filed with the Texas Supreme Court to remove Democratic legislators who fled the state to block a redistricting bill.
    • Targets Chairman Wu and others for dereliction of duty.
    • Abbott cites Texas Constitution and Attorney General Ken Paxton’s opinion to justify the action.
  • Democratic Response:

    • Democrats argue their actions uphold their constitutional oath, not political agendas.
    • Chairman Wu defends the move as a stand against racially biased redistricting.
  • Illinois Governor JB Pritzker:

    • Defends the Texas Democrats staying in Illinois.
    • Criticizes threats of arrest, likening it to protecting immigrants.
  • Commentary from Mark Levin:

    • Promotes his book “On Power”, linking the Texas situation to broader themes of Marxism, media manipulation, and Democratic control.
    • Argues that Democrats misuse power and distort public debate.

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Claims of Political Debanking Spark Executive Order plus Media Misleads on Gerrymandering Claims

1. Allegations of Political Debanking

  • Former President Donald Trump claims that major banks like JP Morgan Chase and Bank of America refused to do business with him after he left office, despite his substantial assets.
  • Trump alleges this was due to political bias, targeting conservatives, Christians, and Second Amendment supporters.
  • He recounts being forced to close long-standing accounts and being denied the ability to deposit over $1 billion.

2. Draft Executive Order

  • Trump is reportedly preparing an executive order to penalize banks for politically motivated debanking.
  • The order would invoke laws like the Equal Credit Opportunity Act, antitrust laws, and consumer protection statutes.
  • Enforcement could include financial penalties, consent decrees, or other sanctions.

3. Market & Bank Responses

  • JP Morgan Chase and Bank of America stocks dipped slightly following Trump’s remarks.
  • JP Morgan denied closing accounts for political reasons but expressed openness to regulatory reform.
  • Bank of America declined to comment.

4. Claims of Gerrymandering

  • The podcast criticizes Democratic-led states for alleged gerrymandering, presenting data on disproportionate representation of conservatives in states like California, Massachusetts, New York, and Illinois.
  • It contrasts this with redistricting efforts in Texas, defending them as legal and representative.

5. Texas Legislative Walkout

  • Over 50 Texas House Democrats fled the state to block a GOP redistricting plan.
  • Governor Greg Abbott responded with threats of civil arrest and legal action.
  • The walkout is compared to past quorum-breaking strategies in Texas.

6. Flood Relief Controversy

  • Democrats are accused of downplaying flood recovery efforts in Texas, calling it a “Republican talking point.”
  • The episode criticizes Democratic lawmakers for allegedly prioritizing political strategy over disaster relief.

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Trump Alleges JP Morgan & BofA Shut Him Out plus Gerrymandering in Liberal Strongholds

1. Donald Trump’s Allegations Against Major Banks

  • Trump alleges that JP Morgan Chase and Bank of America refused to do business with him after his presidency, despite his substantial assets and long-standing relationships with the banks.
  • He claims this was part of a broader trend of “debanking” conservatives, Christians, and Trump supporters, citing political discrimination.
  • Trump recounts being forced to close accounts and having a billion-dollar deposit rejected, attributing the actions to pressure from bank regulators influenced by the Biden administration.
  • He vows to use executive orders to prevent political debanking in the future.

2. Accusations of Gerrymandering in Democratic States

  • Ben criticizes mainstream media and Democratic politicians for allegedly downplaying or ignoring gerrymandering in liberal strongholds.
  • It presents data from states like California, Massachusetts, New York, and others, showing a significant disparity between conservative vote share and their representation in congressional seats.
  • The author argues that Democratic-led gerrymandering is more severe than what is often criticized in Republican states, calling out media figures like Jake Tapper for biased reporting.

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Trump Revokes Student Visas for Chinese Nationals, Transgender Athlete Policy Shift in CA, Take It Down Act Targeting Deepfakes Signed & ABA Barred from Judicial Nominations

🇨🇳 Chinese Student Visas and Espionage

  • The Trump administration announced plans to revoke student visas for Chinese nationals suspected of ties to the Chinese Communist Party.
  • Emphasis on intellectual property theft and espionage concerns.
  • Senator Cruz supports aggressive vetting of foreign students and recounts his past efforts to shut down Confucius Institutes in U.S. universities.

🏃‍♀️ California’s Transgender Athlete Policy Shift

  • California revised its policy to protect biological female athletes in track and field.
  • The change allows girls who were displaced by transgender athletes to still qualify for championships.
  • Cruz and Ferguson interpret this as a retreat by the Left and a win for conservative values.

📱 Promotion of Patriot Mobile

  • A segment promoting Patriot Mobile, a conservative Christian cell phone provider.
  • Highlights its support for First and Second Amendment rights, veterans, and pro-life causes.

📜 Take It Down Act

  • Senator Cruz discusses the Take It Down Act, recently signed into law by President Trump.
  • The law criminalizes the distribution of non-consensual explicit images, including deepfakes.
  • Inspired by real cases, including that of Elliston Barry, a teenage girl victimized by deepfake imagery.
  • The law also mandates tech platforms to remove such content upon request.

⚖️ American Bar Association (ABA) and Judicial Nominations

  • The Trump administration removed the ABA’s special role in vetting judicial nominees.
  • Cruz criticizes the ABA as a biased, left-wing organization.
  • Example given of a nominee unable to answer basic constitutional questions, yet rated “qualified” by the ABA.

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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.

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Trump Moves to Protect Conservative Bank Customers & Civil Arrest Warrants on the Table for Fleeing Dems

🏦 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.

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