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Liberals & Illegals Immigrants are Burning down France, Could America be Next? Oct 19, 2026

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In this episode of the Ben Ferguson Show Podcast, Ben discusses the riots spreading across France, President Trump's warning about immigration and border security, the political response from French leadership, the tightening fight for control of Congress, and the issues Republicans believe will determine the outcome of the upcoming midterm elections.

Violent unrest across France has reignited a fierce political debate over immigration, national identity, public safety, and government leadership. As images of burning buildings, looted businesses, and clashes in major French cities spread around the world, President Donald Trump is pointing to the crisis as a warning about what can happen when a country loses control of its borders. The episode examines the ongoing turmoil in France, the response from French President Emmanuel Macron, and the broader argument over whether mass migration has contributed to the instability. Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson discuss the political implications of the unrest, the competing narratives surrounding the protests, and why the events have become part of a larger international conversation about immigration policy and national sovereignty. The conversation then shifts to the United States as President Trump returns to the campaign trail ahead of the midterm elections. Cruz and Ferguson analyze how Republican candidates are positioning themselves, the importance of voter turnout, and why the battle for control of Congress could shape the remainder of Trump's agenda. They also examine the role of economic concerns, energy prices, border security, and national security in determining how voters may approach Election Day.

Topics Covered:

Violent riots, looting, and unrest in Paris, Lyon, and other French cities
President Trump's warning about immigration and border security
Emmanuel Macron's response to the ongoing crisis in France
The political impact of public safety and migration policies
Trump's midterm campaign strategy and Republican turnout efforts
Economic concerns, inflation, energy costs, and congressional control

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The Battle for Congress & the Senate Runs Straight Through Trump Oct 19, 2026

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In this episode of the 47 Morning Update w Ben Ferguson, Ben discuss President Trump's campaign strategy ahead of the midterm elections, the historical challenges facing a White House party during midterms, tightening Senate and House races, concerns about inflation and energy prices, and the argument that control of Congress could determine the future of the Trump administration's America First agenda.

President Donald Trump is back on the campaign trail with just weeks remaining before the midterm elections, and Republicans believe the political map is shifting in their favor. As early voting begins in several states, the battle for control of Congress is entering a critical stage, with both parties focused on turnout, economic concerns, and the stakes of divided government. The episode examines why Trump is investing significant time and energy into battleground races despite not being on the ballot himself. Ferguson argues that Republican success depends on turning out the coalition that helped return Trump to the White House and convincing voters that congressional races will determine whether his agenda can continue moving forward.

Topics Covered:

President Trump's return to the campaign trail in key battleground states
The fight for control of Congress and tightening midterm races
Republican voter turnout and the importance of early voting
Historical midterm challenges for the party holding the White House
Inflation, gas prices, and economic messaging heading into Election Day
Debate over the future of the Trump administration's legislative agenda

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France is on FIRE—the Reverse Crusades are Destroying Europe & America is Next if the Red-Green Alliance Prevails Oct 19, 2026

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In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson discuss the final weeks of the midterm election cycle, Cruz's campaign efforts in Alaska and other battleground states, concerns about ranked-choice voting, unrest in France, immigration and assimilation debates, allegations involving international activist networks, and the political implications they believe these developments could have for the United States.

Violent unrest across France becomes the centerpiece of a broader conversation about immigration, political movements, and what Senator Ted Cruz argues are warning signs for the United States. As images of riots, looting, and clashes with police dominate headlines, Cruz and Ben Ferguson discuss the causes of the violence, the response from French leaders, and the competing narratives surrounding the protests. The conversation also turns to the final stretch before Election Day. With early voting underway and multiple Senate races within the margin of error, Cruz shares observations from recent campaign stops across the country and explains why he believes voter turnout will decide control of Congress.

Topics Covered:

Early voting and the final push in key Senate races
Campaign stops in Alaska and the debate over ranked-choice voting
Riots, looting, and protests across France
Immigration, assimilation, and European political trends
Claims of involvement by activist, labor, and ideological organizations in the French protests
Discussion of Abdul El-Sayed, the Muslim Brotherhood, and constitutional questions raised during a public exchange

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Michigan Senate Race Erupts as New Questions Swirl Around El-Sayed Oct 18, 2026

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In this episode of the Ben Ferguson Show Podcast, Ben discusses allegations surrounding Abdul El-Sayed's family history, media coverage of the Michigan Senate race, reports of a federal search involving Rep. Ilhan Omar, questions about immigration and marriage records that have circulated for years, and the broader political debate over transparency, investigations, and equal application of the law.

New allegations surrounding Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed and a reported federal investigation involving Rep. Ilhan Omar drive a wide-ranging discussion about media scrutiny, immigration records, and political accountability. Ben Ferguson examines claims raised during Michigan's U.S. Senate race after Abdul El-Sayed denied that he or his family had ties to the Muslim Brotherhood during a national television appearance. The discussion focuses on social media posts attributed to a family member, the campaign's response, and questions about how the issue is being covered by major news outlets. The episode then shifts to reports that federal agents executed a search warrant at the Washington, D.C., residence of Rep. Ilhan Omar as part of what the Department of Justice described as an ongoing federal investigation. Ferguson reviews public reporting surrounding Omar's immigration history, marriage records, prior media investigations, and reactions from the Trump administration, congressional Democrats, and Omar herself.

Topics Covered:

Abdul El-Sayed's denial of family ties to the Muslim Brotherhood
Social media posts attributed to El-Sayed's half-sister and the resulting controversy
Media coverage of the Michigan Senate race and NBC's Meet the Press interview
Reports of a federal search warrant executed at Rep. Ilhan Omar's Washington residence
Publicly reported questions regarding Omar's immigration and marital history
Reactions from President Trump, administration officials, Omar, and Democratic leaders

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Democrats Plot a Post-Trump Presidency as Iran Picks a Side in the Midterms Oct 17, 2026

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In this episode, Ben Ferguson examines the IRGC’s appeal to American voters, the economic pressures facing Iran, and the regime’s apparent calculation that political changes in Washington could alter U.S. policy. He also reviews congressional investigations into birth tourism agencies and discusses testimony regarding the scope of the industry and its potential implications. The conversation then shifts to Washington, where Democrats are reportedly developing proposals aimed at reversing institutional and policy changes made during President Trump’s second term. Ferguson analyzes efforts involving presidential emergency powers, federal workforce protections, Justice Department independence, and broader debates over executive authority.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has issued a public letter urging Americans to oppose President Donald Trump in the upcoming midterm elections, raising new questions about foreign influence, U.S.-Iran relations, and the political stakes of the next election cycle. At the same time, investigations into birth tourism agencies are drawing attention on Capitol Hill. Rep. Brandon Gill has warned that ongoing probes into companies that assist foreign nationals seeking U.S. birthright citizenship for their children could be halted if Democrats regain control of the House. The debate has expanded to concerns about visa fraud, national security, and allegations involving Chinese Communist Party-linked individuals using birth tourism programs.

Topics Covered:

The IRGC’s public letter urging Americans to oppose Donald Trump
Iran’s economic challenges, sanctions pressure, and the Strait of Hormuz
Congressional investigations into birth tourism agencies
Concerns about visa fraud and Chinese-linked birth tourism networks
Democratic proposals to limit presidential powers and restructure government authority
The debate over the federal bureaucracy, executive power, and post-Trump governance

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Ted Cruz Sounds Alarm on America's Two Most Dangerous Senate Candidates Oct 17, 2026

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In this episode of the 47 Morning Update w Ben Ferguson, Ben welcomes Senator Ted Cruz to discuss media coverage of Abdul El-Sayed, NBC’s follow-up interview questioning his previous denials regarding family connections to the Muslim Brotherhood, and the political impact of allegations involving donors, family members, and organizations cited by critics of his campaign. They also examine the Texas Senate race, analyzing James Talarico’s stated positions on immigration, energy, climate policy, agriculture, and transgender-related medical care for minors, while arguing those issues could become defining contrasts for voters in the upcoming election cycle.

Questions surrounding Abdul El-Sayed and Michigan’s U.S. Senate race moved back into the spotlight after a new national television interview revisited allegations about his family’s past associations and prior public statements. Following criticism of an earlier media interview, a subsequent exchange focused on social media posts attributed to El-Sayed’s half-sister and renewed debate over his response to questions regarding the Muslim Brotherhood.At the same time, the hosts turn their attention to another closely watched Senate contest in Texas, where they argue that candidate James Talarico's positions on gender-related medical treatments for minors, immigration, energy policy, and climate issues reflect a broader ideological divide shaping the 2026 midterm elections.

Topics Covered:

NBC’s follow-up interview with Abdul El-Sayed and questions about prior statements regarding the Muslim Brotherhood
Social media posts attributed to El-Sayed’s half-sister and the ensuing political controversy
Debate over campaign donors, family associations, and transparency in the Michigan Senate race
James Talarico’s positions on transgender-related medical care for minors
Immigration and pathway-to-citizenship proposals discussed in the Texas Senate contest
Energy, oil and gas, climate policy, and agriculture as major campaign issues

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Tucker Loves Mother Russia, a Look into the Muslim Brotherhood & James Talarico 'Dangerous for America' Week In Review Oct 17, 2026

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In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson discuss Cruz’s interview with Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg, debate claims about Russia’s economic strength, reflect on the moral case for the Allied victory in World War II, and examine the Senate candidacies of Abdul El-Sayed and James Talarico. The conversation covers allegations regarding the Muslim Brotherhood, national security concerns, immigration policy, energy production, transgender medical treatments for minors, agriculture, and the political implications of these issues in key elections.

A wide-ranging conversation on Russia, World War II, free markets, and two closely watched Senate campaigns leads to a broader debate about ideology, national security, and the future direction of American politics. Drawing on an interview with Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg, Senator Ted Cruz argues that defending free societies, constitutional government, and economic freedom remains as important today as in past global conflicts.The episode also examines claims about Russia’s economy, debates over the legacy of communism, and criticism of public figures whom Cruz says have promoted favorable narratives about Vladimir Putin and authoritarian systems. Cruz and Ben Ferguson contrast economic performance in Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States while discussing the role of free enterprise in generating prosperity.

Topics Covered:

Debate over Russia’s economy versus the United Kingdom and the role of GDP and GDP per capita measurements
Senator Cruz’s interview with Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg on World War II, freedom, and constitutional government
Discussion of the Muslim Brotherhood and allegations concerning Abdul El-Sayed’s family and political connections
National security concerns raised about access to classified information by elected officials
James Talarico’s positions on immigration, transgender medical treatments for minors, and social policy
Energy, oil and gas, climate policy, agriculture, cattle ranching, and their impact on jobs and the economy

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Trump Donor Records, FBI Questions, and the Omar Probe Oct 16, 2026

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In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson examine whistleblower allegations regarding donor information collected during the Arctic Frost investigation, discuss oversight efforts led by Chuck Grassley, and explore reports surrounding a federal investigation involving Ilhan Omar. The conversation focuses on government accountability, privacy concerns, investigative powers, campaign donor records, and the broader political implications of these developing stories.

New whistleblower allegations released through statements by Chuck Grassley have sparked debate over the scope of data collected during the federal investigation tied to Donald Trump. The claims center on whether information from hundreds of thousands of Republican donors, supporters, and campaign merchandise purchasers was obtained as part of investigative efforts, raising questions about privacy, government authority, and political activity.Later in the program, attention turns to reports surrounding Ilhan Omar, including a federal criminal investigation referenced in media coverage, questions about citizenship-related records, and long-running controversies involving personal and political matters. Throughout the discussion, the host argues that Americans deserve greater transparency regarding both investigations and how government agencies exercised their authority.

Topics Covered:

Whistleblower allegations about donor records obtained during the Arctic Frost investigation
Claims involving data from Trump donors, supporters, and campaign merchandise purchasers
Oversight efforts and disclosures discussed by Chuck Grassley
Questions surrounding investigative scope, privacy, and federal subpoena authority
Reports of a federal criminal investigation involving Ilhan Omar
Debate over citizenship records, public disclosures, and political accountability

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El-Sayed Hit With New Terror Tie Questions and the Story the Media won't Chase Oct 16, 2026

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In this episode of the 47 Morning Update w Ben Ferguson, Ben examines the growing political battle surrounding Abdul El-Sayed’s Senate campaign, Mike Rogers’ accusations regarding campaign donors and family associations, media coverage of the controversy, and newly highlighted social media posts attributed to El-Sayed’s half-sister. They discuss how the issue could affect one of the country’s most closely watched Senate races, debate questions surrounding transparency and political judgment, and analyze the broader implications for national politics and voter perceptions heading into the midterm elections.

A new controversy has emerged in Michigan’s U.S. Senate race after Republican candidate Mike Rogers intensified attacks on Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed over alleged ties involving family members, political donors, and organizations Rogers associates with the Muslim Brotherhood and other extremist-linked groups. The dispute escalated following a debate between the two candidates, where Rogers challenged El-Sayed over campaign funding and alleged associations. El-Sayed has publicly denied that he or his family have ties to the Muslim Brotherhood and has argued that criticisms of him are rooted in attacks on his faith and background.

Topics Covered:

The debate exchange between Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed
Allegations involving campaign donations and donor affiliations
El-Sayed’s denial of family ties to the Muslim Brotherhood
Social media posts attributed to El-Sayed’s half-sister
NBC’s Meet the Press interview with Kristen Welker
The potential impact of the controversy on Michigan’s Senate race

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Honoring Milton Friedman, Detailing the Radical Records of El Sayed & Talarico, and Pardoning Alaska Diesel Repairmen Oct 16, 2026

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In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson commemorate the legacy of Milton Friedman before turning to what they describe as two of the most consequential Senate races in the country. They discuss media coverage of Abdul El-Sayed, debate the significance of questions surrounding the Muslim Brotherhood, examine James Tallarico’s policy positions, and argue that the outcome of these elections could shape energy, immigration, education, and cultural policy for years to come. The conversation concludes with a look at President Trump’s Alaska rally, support for Senator Dan Sullivan’s reelection campaign, and Trump’s decision to pardon three Alaska diesel mechanics previously convicted in a federal Clean Air Act case.

Fifty years after Milton Friedman received the Nobel Prize in Economics, Senator Ted Cruz reflects on the economist’s enduring influence on free-market thought, school choice, and economic policy. The discussion begins with a classic televised exchange between Friedman and Phil Donahue, highlighting arguments for capitalism that Cruz says remain relevant today.The episode then shifts to two highly contested 2026 Senate races, focusing on media coverage, candidate scrutiny, immigration policy, energy production, and cultural debates. Cruz and Ben Ferguson argue that recent reporting surrounding Abdul El-Sayed changed after questions were raised about his past statements, family associations, and public record. They also examine the Texas Senate race, discussing James Tallarico's positions on transgender-related policies, immigration, energy, and agriculture.

Topics Covered:

The 50th anniversary of Milton Friedman's Nobel Prize and his defense of free-market capitalism
Friedman’s influence on school choice and education reform
Media coverage and scrutiny of Abdul El-Sayed and allegations concerning Muslim Brotherhood connections
The Texas Senate race and debate over James Tallarico's positions on social and cultural issues
Immigration, amnesty proposals, and border policy disagreements
President Donald Trump's Alaska rally, energy development, and pardons for Alaska diesel mechanics

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