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The 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson
Hosted by popular national radio host, podcaster and political commentator Ben Ferguson, The 47 Morning Update spotlights the latest news and political headlines, with a special focus on the President's administration, policies, and agenda. Join Ben for unfiltered insights, exclusive interviews, and honest commentary you won’t get from the mainstream media. Ben takes you behind the scenes, covering the issues shaping America today - straight from the President’s Oval Office…
Episodes
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonCalifornia Crazy-LA's Maddening Mayor Race plus Iran & Israel Fire More Missiles at Each Other
1. Los Angeles Mayor Race / California Politics: Karen Bass (incumbent) leading in early results. A close contest for second place between Nithya Raman…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonHow the College Sports Crisis Could Cost Athletes Everything
Issues with NIL in College Sports Transfer Portal Chaos Athletes transferring multiple times (3–5+ times) Lack of stability for teams and programs…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonJill Biden’s ‘Stroke Scare’ sent Joe to Waffle House, U.S. Shipyards Roar Back to Life & Is NIL Killing College Athletics Week In Review
1. Jill Biden and President Joe Biden Jill Biden’s remarks about President Biden’s debate performance. She feared he may have been having a stroke…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonNo More Hiding: FBI’s New Fraud List Aims to Shame and Catch Elite Scammers
1. New FBI Initiative The FBI is expanding its traditional “Top Ten Most Wanted” concept to include white-collar criminals. The goal is to…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonSurging Support to Save College Sports, plus Mollie Hemingway on the Great Justice Sam Alito
1. 🏈 College Sports Crisis & Proposed Legislation Core Argument The NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) system An unregulated transfer portal Escalating player…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonCrackdown on Iran Ties Meets Immigration Overhaul
🧩 1: Criminal Case – Sanctions Violations: A 63-year-old dual U.S.-Iran citizen (Jamshid Ghomi) was arrested in Newport Beach, California. He is accused…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonRAINBOW FATIGUE? America Cooling on Corporate Pride Month
1. The Pride Month Culture Pride Month has been overly promoted, with expectations that individuals and organizations must participate. People or companies…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonMajor Tax Cuts for virtually EVERY American Taxpayer, plus Bringing Ship-Building & Manufacturing Jobs Back to America
1. Tax Cuts 97% of tax filers received a tax cut Total relief: $82 billion Average savings: $100k–$200k earners → ~$1,250 $50k–$100k earners…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonThere's Some 14 things About Platner
1. Graham Platner at a glance: Extremist symbolism (Nazi SS tattoo) Offensive online behavior (racist, sexist, homophobic remarks) Sexual misconduct or…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonGlobal Aid Giant UNRWA Rocked by Claims of Terror Infiltration
Large-scale alleged ties to terrorism Claims that over 1,500 UNRWA staff members are suspected of links to terrorist organizations (specifically Hamas)…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonNazi Oyster Farmer gets Worse-Will Dems Dump Him? UNRWA Infested with Hamas & Jill Biden covers for Joe's Dementia
1. Maine Senate Candidate Scandal Focuses on a Democratic Senate candidate (referred to as “Graham Plattner”). Presents allegations including…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonDemocrats Search for a Lifeline in Growing Identity Crisis
🧩 Democratic Party Internal Conflict The Democratic Party is experiencing a “civil war” between factions. Senator Cory Booker is cited as…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonDemocrat Party says Adios to the Middle, Texas BBQ vs. Vegan Politics & NIL Bill Takes Aim at College Sports Chaos Week In Review
1. 🗳️ Political Commentary on Democrats “extreme,” “radical,” or “out of touch” holding controversial or fringe views…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonFraud Fury w 450 Cases in Just 50 Days plus U.S. Targets Brazil’s Most Dangerous Syndicates
1. Creation of a National Fraud Enforcement Division A new National Fraud Enforcement Division was established by the Department of Justice. In its first ~50…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonSaving College Sports—Landmark New Legislation that’s a Massive Win for Athletes, Colleges & Fans
1. Athlete Compensation Protection Ensures athletes can: Earn money from legitimate NIL deals Participate in revenue sharing Prohibits…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonFrom Texas to Tehran—Cabinet Meeting Signals Full-Throttle America First Agenda
1. 🇮🇷 Iran & National Security Iran is described as economically weak, with claims of: High inflation Declining oil exports Internal instability Trump’s…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonElection Night Shockwaves Rock GOP Establishment plus Vance Declares War on Government Fraud
1. 🗳️ Election Night Narrative Donald Trump remains highly influential (“kingmaker”) within the Republican Party. Trump-endorsed candidates…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonElection Night: Paxton Defeats Cornyn—What Happened, Why & What’s Next
1. Election Results & Significance Ken Paxton wins decisively with roughly 64% vs 36% (a ~28-point margin). This is described as: A major upset for an…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonTrump Drops Uranium Ultimatum “Hand IT Over — Or It’s Gone!"
1. Iranian Uranium Stockpile Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile is the central sticking point in negotiations. The U.S. position is: Iran must surrender…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson50% of Murders in Fairfax County VA are Committed by Illegal Immigrants
1. Crime and Immigration in Fairfax County Roughly 50% (or even up to 75%) of murders” in Fairfax County, Virginia, are committed by undocumented…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonIran Deal! Separating Fact from Fiction, What's Next plus Maine's Nazi Communist Oyster Farmer
🇮🇷 1. Iran Conflict & Potential Nuclear Deal Core Themes: The U.S. military campaign against Iran, has been highly successful. Iran’s military…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonHow Political Maps Became Liberal's Weapon plus Blue City with a Red Surge
1. Gerrymandering Narrative Democrats have historically used gerrymandering aggressively, especially in “blue states” This has led to lack of…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonStatehood for DC & Puerto Rico? Full-Blown Political Brawl on Gerrymandering & U.S. Takes Aim at Cuban Strongman Week In Review
1. D.C. and Puerto Rico Statehood The U.S. Constitution intentionally established Washington, D.C. as a non-state federal district to avoid favoritism. Calls…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonInside America’s Biggest Child-Relief Cash Grab plus New Policy Targets Illicit Funds in U.S. Banks
1. Massive COVID Relief Fraud Case (Feeding Our Future) A nonprofit in Minnesota allegedly orchestrated one of the largest COVID-era fraud schemes in U.S…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonChaos in DC on Reconciliation & DOJ Judgment Fund plus Raul Castro Indicted
1. Breakdown of Senate Disruption Over Reconciliation Why a planned Senate vote (a “vote-a-rama” tied to reconciliation) collapsed unexpectedly…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonUntouchable No More—U.S. Slaps Murder Charges on Former Cuban Leader Castro
1. Historic Indictment Raúl Castro has been indicted by the U.S. for murder, conspiracy, and destruction of aircraft. Charges relate to the February 24…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonESTABLISHMENT REPUBLICANS FALL TO TRUMP-BACKED CANDIDATES plus DOJ PREPARES HISTORIC CHARGES AGAINST CASTRO
🟥 1: Trump’s Influence in the Republican Party Trump remains dominant in the GOP:Donald Trump is still the most powerful and influential figure in…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonTrump Endorses in Indiana, Louisiana, Kentucky & Texas, Castro about to be Indicted, and Dems’ Disgraceful History on Race
1. Power of Trump’s Endorsement Donald Trump’s political endorsements strongly influence Republican primaries. Multiple examples are cited…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonCUBA + IRAN + RUSSIA=Potential Drone Warfare Just 90 Miles From Florida
1. Renewed Strategic Threat from Cuba Despite the Cold War being considered over, Cuba is again being viewed as a potential military staging ground for U.S…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonKamala Harris 'Supreme Court, Senate, Electoral College All in the Crosshairs'
1. Accusations towards Democrats Democrats want to expand government power and undermine constitutional structures. They are openly expressing radical…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonDems Gone Wild—Kamala, Newsom & Spanberger in Full Panic about Losing Power
1. A “Power-Focused” Agenda Democratic proposals are primarily about gaining and preserving political control, not policy issues like the economy…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonTrump Calls Midterms a Political Survival Fight plus Radical Ideology Flooding Classrooms Nationwide
1. High Stakes Midterm Elections Upcoming midterm elections are critical (“make or break”) for Trump’s presidency and agenda. Trump is urging…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonAOC causes Founding Father Grave Roll Overs, 'WE didnt get our Way' so BYE VA SCOTUS & Trump takes China Week In Review
1. Founding of the U.S. and AOC The Declaration of Independence (1776) and Constitution (~1787–1789) created the foundation of American democracy. These…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonLiberals "NOTHING Voters can do about IT!" 1 in 5 are Illegal Immigrants in Fairfax Cnty
1. Central Claim About Fairfax County Around 1 in 5 residents in Fairfax County could be subject to deportation or live with someone who could be. This is…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonDefending Police Heroes, Passing Trey’s Law & Fighting for Imprisoned Christians in China, plus Israel Sues the NYT
1. Support for Law Enforcement during Police Week Highlights bipartisan legislation to improve benefits for officers and their families. A specific bill aims…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonCA Fraud Explosion 'Shooting Fish w Dynamite' plus 'Fauci Shaped COVID Narrative' Whistleblower Claims
1. Government Fraud Crackdown (Trump/Vance Initiative) The administration is prioritizing eliminating waste, fraud, and abuse in federal programs. A federal…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonThe Evolution of Liberal Political Freebies plus Treasury Orders Banks to Hunt Iran Cash Networks
1. Political Criticism of Democrats Democrats use “free benefits” (e.g., student loan forgiveness, healthcare, phones) to gain votes. These…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonChinese Communist Spies in the Democrat party, plus Virginia Redistricting Decision Causes Dem Meltdown
1. Allegations of Chinese Influence and Espionage The Chinese government is actively attempting to influence U.S. politics. A specific case is: An Arcadia…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonBeijing in America's Backyard: a SoCal Mayor & an Operative Targeting a U.S. Lawmaker’s Aide
1. Local Government Infiltration Case A former Arcadia, California mayor (Wang) allegedly: Admitted to acting as an undisclosed agent for the Chinese…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonNewsom's Diaper Dollars & Dirty Deals plus AOC’s Insane 1776 Billionaire Claim
1. Central Claim About the Diaper Program The program is: Overpriced (allegedly costing far more per diaper than retail prices) Nepotistic, due to ties between…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonIgnorance & Ideology: AOC's Twisted Commie History of America
1. AOC Misunderstanding or misrepresenting American history Promoting socialist/communist ideology Opposing wealth creation and free-market capitalism 2. The…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonOhio's Caregiver Fraud Exposed w Sen Ted Cruz
Ohio Large-Scale Fraud:The content claims billions of dollars are being improperly billed through Medicaid home healthcare services, often for minimal or…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonLiberals Kill Spirit, Tucker's Antichrist Talk & Cuban Island Intrigue w Squad Member Jayapaul Week In Review
1. Spirit Airlines Bailout Debate A proposed U.S. government bailout of Spirit Airlines ($500 million for ~90% ownership) was considered but ultimately…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonFairfax Liberal DA Accused of Going Soft on Illegal Immigrant Offenders
Federal Investigation Launched:The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is investigating Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano over…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonVA Dems Melting Down, facing Corruption Charges, plus Dems Embracing Communist Cuba & Neuralink’s Extraordinary Promise Curing Disability
1. ⚖️ DOJ Investigation into Virginia Prosecutor The DOJ is investigating Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano. Allegation: Preferential…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonTrump’s New Counterterror Strategy Rewrites the Rules
1. Shift to Aggressive, “Peace Through Strength” Approach Emphasizes proactive and forceful action against threats. Promises lethal retaliation…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonThree's a Charm: Ohio Medicaid Fraud Scheme Explodes Into the Open
1. Massive Spending With Little Oversight Ohio reportedly spent about $1 billion in 2024 on home healthcare services. Services occur inside private homes…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonANOTHER Massive Somali Fraud in Ohio plus Tucker Descends into Madness
1. Large-Scale Medicaid Fraud There is widespread fraud in Medicaid-funded home healthcare programs, particularly in Ohio. Companies bill the government for…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonIran’s Mosquito Fleet Turns Strait of Hormuz into a Battlefield
1. Strategic Importance of the Strait of Hormuz The Strait of Hormuz is one of the most critical maritime choke points in the world. Over 20% of the global oil…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonElizabeth Warren & Dems Cheer — Another EVIL BIG Corp brought down by Socialism
1. Merger Block as the Central Turning Point JetBlue offered $3.8 billion in cash to acquire Spirit Airlines in 2022. According to the author, the deal was…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonDemocrats Kill your Spirit—How Biden, Warren & Buttigieg Destroyed Spirit Air
Merger Blocked by Antitrust Action: JetBlue offered $3.8 billion to acquire Spirit in 2022. Shareholders, unions, and both companies supported the merger. The…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonMicrolooting the Normalization of Crime plus The Reason behind the Comey Indicment
1. “Micro‑Looting” Some progressive commentators and media voices have normalized or morally justified small‑scale theft…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonSecurity Held the Line even as Funding Failed, Teslas win Food Stamps & The Tragic Math of Liberal Homeless Policy Week In Review
1. Secret Service Funding & Political Conflict The U.S. Secret Service stopped an alleged assassination attempt and they were underfunded due to Department of…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonEXCLUSIVE: The Bureaucratic Trick Costing You Billions-BBC Eligibility for SNAP Explained-
How BBCE Works: Federal law requires asset and income checks for SNAP eligibility. Under BBCE, if a person qualifies for any form of state-designated…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonLandmark Supreme Court Decision Prohibiting Racial Gerrymandering plus Dems Go w the Nazi Communist in Maine & Out-of-Control DEI Homeless Policies
1. Supreme Court Ruling on Racial Gerrymandering A 6–3 Supreme Court decision invalidated Louisiana’s congressional map because it relied on…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonMUST SHARE: Kenyans Told "Venture West to Minnesota & Fleece Taxpayers w Fraud"
1. Scope of Fraud The testimony describes large‑scale, systemic fraud within Minnesota’s Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP). Individual childcare…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonFraudasota-Luxury Cars while on Food Stamps plus Shell Games w James Comey
1. FBI Raids on Minnesota Daycares for Large-Scale Fraud Federal authorities conducted court-authorized FBI and DOJ raids on roughly 20–22 daycare and…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonKing Charles in America plus FBI Raids 22 Somali Fraud Locations
1. King Charles III’s Visit to the U.S. King Charles addresses a joint session of Congress, becoming only the second British monarch to do so (after…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonA Billion Reasons to Worry — Who’s Really Running America’s Schools
Teachers’ Unions as Political Power Brokers Major teachers’ unions (e.g., NEA, AFT) have contributed over $1 billion to left‑wing political causes…
The 47 Morning Update with Ben FergusonFrom Kimmel to the WHCD Shooter-Face Facts Dems want Trump, his Friends & Admin DEAD
1. Attribution of Blame Late‑night television hosts (e.g., Jimmy Kimmel) for dehumanizing rhetoric. Mainstream journalists (e.g., 60 Minutes, White House…