Podcast Summary

The 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson

Episode: 10,000 Arrests & Zero Headlines as Liberals Push to Protect Criminals
Date: January 24, 2026
Host: Ben Ferguson

Overview of the Episode

This episode centers on what Ben Ferguson characterizes as a major media blackout surrounding the federal arrest of over 10,000 criminal illegal aliens in Minneapolis. Ferguson criticizes mainstream media outlets and Democratic politicians for allegedly downplaying or outright ignoring the public safety crisis, the scope of the crimes committed, and growing federal investigations into Minnesota government corruption. The episode also explores internal fractures in the Democratic Party over support for ICE and enforcement of immigration law, offering pointed commentary on the broader implications for law, order, and national politics under the Trump administration.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. DHS Arrests and Media Silence

• Major arrests highlighted: Over 10,000 criminal illegal aliens arrested in Minneapolis, including ~3,000 in the last six weeks. Ferguson emphasizes that these include violent offenders, sex criminals, and murderers.
• Media bias claim: Ferguson accuses mainstream media (specifically CBS and CNN) of downplaying these arrests, failing to cover the severity of the crimes, and attempting to discredit officials bringing these statistics to light.
• Quote:
  • Ben Ferguson: “The media, they don't want you to know this story… They try to spin the numbers, they try to say what she said is not accurate. And then when they're called out on it, you notice how quiet Brennan shut down because she knows that this is the actual number.” [04:05]

2. Kristi Noem vs. Margaret Brennan on ICE Arrest Data (Face the Nation)

• Kristi Noem defends data: DHS Secretary Kristi Noem asserts that 70% of detainees have committed serious crimes, resisting attempts by CBS’s Margaret Brennan to downplay the number.
• Confrontational exchange: Noem rigorously defends DHS’s position and stats, dismissing the anchor’s skepticism as media manipulation.
• Quotes:
  • Kristi Noem: “Every single individual has committed a crime, but 70% of them have committed or have charges against them on violent crimes… That is the facts.” [03:07]
  • Kristi Noem: “…We're going to keep doing that no matter how much you guys keep lying and don't tell the public the truth.” [03:34]

3. DOJ Investigation of Minnesota Officials

• Ongoing investigations: The DOJ has launched investigations into Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Fry for alleged corruption, fraud, and their handling of public safety.
• Political spin: Ferguson accuses the liberal media of characterizing these investigations as political intimidation by the Trump administration rather than addressing the alleged crimes and missing funds.
• Quote:
  • Ben Ferguson: “... billions of dollars of our tax dollars have gone missing in corruption and fraud, that the governor and the mayor looked the other way on purpose.” [07:44]
• Key moment:
  • Margaret Brennan (CNN): “I've confirmed that the Justice Department is investigating Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Fry... this comes as the FBI director and Deputy Attorney General were seen in Minneapolis today as they've been surging law enforcement to the area, as those tensions have only continued since the shooting of Renee Goode.” [05:42]

4. Democratic Civil War Over ICE

• Internal division highlighted: Ferguson frames the Democratic Party as fracturing over whether to openly call for abolishing ICE or to mask their intentions, accusing some Democrats of cynically defending criminals for political gain.
• Defending criminals: He alleges senior Democrats are siding with dangerous offenders over law enforcement, citing specific cases like that of Pajong, a convicted rapist and child molester.
• Quote:
  • Ben Ferguson: “Senator Schumer is fighting hard to keep criminals like Pajong, a rapist and child molester, in the country…” [12:32]

5. Federal Focus on Public Safety and Law Enforcement

• Enforcement statistics: Ferguson, relaying from Jake Tapper (in a newscast context), recounts details of recent Minneapolis arrests involving dangerous offenders who were living freely until recently.
• Memorable rundown of cases:
  • Jake Tapper: "...These three individuals were arrested just since yesterday... Hovi Kumaye ... a registered sex offender ... Samuel Aravalo Hernandez ... charged with Rape and lewd or lascivious acts with a minor ... Annabelle Gomez ... previously arrested for criminal sexual conduct and ... domestic assault." [10:06]
• ICE’s mission reinforced: Tapper states the purpose is to remove dangerous criminal aliens from American communities.

6. Opposition to ICE and Supporters of Civil Disobedience

• Civil resistance depicted as partisan: Ferguson reacts to Sen. Chris Van Hollen's statements praising “patriots” who impede ICE, suggesting this amounts to shielding dangerous criminals from removal.
• Quote:
  • Jake Tapper (quoting Van Hollen): “One of the things that gives me great hope, even amidst all of this division and chaos sown by Donald Trump are the patriots... blowing whistles to protect their neighbors, blowing whistles on the illegal tactics of ICE.” [14:32]
  • Ben Ferguson: “Now, who are they actually protecting? They are protecting the child rapists and the murderers. The worst among us that ICE are going out to get.” [15:06]

7. Trump Administration’s Stance

• Strong law-and-order message: Ferguson credits President Trump’s leadership for emboldening federal law enforcement and holding Democrats accountable, positioning the administration as uncompromising on crime and border security.
• Call to action: Ferguson closes with a reminder of the political stakes, urging listeners to “listen to [Democrats]” about their positions and continue calling out what he perceives as anti-enforcement ideology.

Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments

• Kristi Noem on Face the Nation:
  “Every single individual has committed a crime, but 70% of them have committed or have charges against them on violent crimes…” (03:07)
• Ben Ferguson, on media silence:
  “They didn't talk about the fraud. They didn't talk about the millions that turn into billions of dollars that have gone missing from the taxpayers. No, no. Instead, what did they do? They made up a totally different issue…” (07:44)
• Jake Tapper (reading ICE reports):
  “Hovi Kumaye … convicted of sex offense against a child … Samuel Aravalo Hernandez … charged with rape … Annabelle Gomez … previously arrested for criminal sexual conduct and domestic assault.” (10:06)
• Chris Van Hollen (as quoted):
  “One of the things that gives me great hope… are the patriots in places like Minneapolis who are standing up, blowing whistles to protect their neighbors, blowing whistles on the illegal tactics of ICE.” (14:32)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:00 — Episode opening, DHS arrests in Minneapolis, and media coverage
• 03:00 — Kristi Noem and Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation (stats, debate over percentages)
• 04:05 — Ferguson commentary on CBS segment and upcoming discussion on DOJ investigation
• 05:42 — CNN-style coverage of DOJ investigation and law enforcement surge in Minneapolis
• 07:44 — Ferguson's critique of coverage and explanation of federal frustration with Minnesota officials
• 10:06 — Jake Tapper reads recent Minneapolis ICE arrest summaries
• 12:32 — Ferguson’s criticism of Democratic defense of criminal offenders
• 14:32 — Quote from Chris Van Hollen about “patriots” blowing whistles on ICE
• 15:06 — Ferguson’s reaction to Van Hollen, emphasis on the importance of law and order

Tone and Style

The episode is conducted in an urgent, polemical, and combative style, with Ferguson using direct language and sharp criticism of Democrats and the media. He frequently calls out perceived dishonesty, calls listeners to vigilance, and frames issues as high-stakes and binary (law/order vs. criminality, truth vs. media manipulation).

For Listeners Who Missed the Episode

This episode delivers a detailed rundown of recent high-profile law enforcement actions in Minnesota, underscores political conflict around immigration enforcement, and offers a narrative sharply at odds with most traditional media coverage according to the host. It’s aimed at listeners seeking a pro-enforcement, behind-the-scenes account of evolving national debates over border security and public safety.

Note: Ad segments, show intro/outro, and non-content sections have been omitted from this summary for clarity.