The 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson: Episode Summary

Title: 13 THOUSAND MURDERERS across our Southern Border plus Iran Tries to Murder Trump & Kamala Does Nothing
Release Date: September 30, 2024
Host: Ben Ferguson
Guest: Senator Ted Cruz

Introduction

In Episode 13 of The 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson, host Ben Ferguson teams up with Senator Ted Cruz to delve into two pressing national security issues: the alarming release of criminal illegal aliens at the U.S. southern border under Kamala Harris's administration and Iran's active attempts to assassinate former President Donald Trump. The discussion underscores the perceived inaction of the Biden-Harris administration in addressing these serious threats.

Kamala Harris’s Border Visit and Criminal Releases

Kamala Harris’s Trip to the Border: As the election looms less than 40 days away, Kamala Harris, serving as the border czar, made a high-profile visit to the southern border aiming to showcase her toughness on immigration. However, upon her arrival, ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) revealed distressing statistics about the number of criminal illegal aliens being released into the country.

Alarming Statistics: Ben Ferguson highlights that over 425,000 noncitizens with criminal convictions are roaming the United States, including:

• 13,000 convicted murderers
• 15,811 convicted of sexual assault
• 2,521 convicted of kidnapping

“She's trying to pretend to be tough, but her policies haven't changed. Today, Kamala Harris is releasing more criminal illegal aliens into this country.” [00:23]

Senator Cruz adds context, emphasizing the severity of these numbers and questioning the administration's policies that allow such individuals to remain free in the U.S.

Policy Failures: Ferguson asserts that the crisis at the border is a direct result of the Biden-Harris administration’s policies, including:

1. Halting Border Wall Construction: “The first week in office, they halted construction of the border wall.” [04:00]
2. Reinstating Catch and Release: Allowing illegal immigrants to avoid detention.
3. Withdrawing from Remain in Mexico Policy: Leading to increased illegal immigration.

He criticizes Harris for appearing tough on the border while continuing to release criminals, arguing that her actions are a deliberate strategy to deceive voters.

Iran’s Assassination Attempts on Donald Trump

Active Threats: The discussion shifts to national security concerns, particularly Iran's efforts to assassinate Donald Trump. Ferguson shares that Iran has been hiring hitmen to eliminate Trump, a leading Republican candidate, without any substantial response from the Biden-Harris administration.

“Iran actively trying to murder Donald Trump, spending real money trying to assassinate Donald Trump, hiring hitmen to kill Donald Trump.” [02:09]

Lack of Response: Ferguson criticizes the administration for ignoring these threats. He references a statement by Trump on Truth Social, highlighting the severity of the threat and the need for robust protective measures.

“If I were the president, I would inform the threatening country, in this case Iran, that if you do anything to harm this person, we are going to blow your largest cities and the country itself to smithereens.” [45:20]

Strategic Failures: Ferguson attributes Iran's resurgence in aggressive actions against Trump to the Biden administration’s policies, particularly their failure to enforce oil sanctions, which he claims have financially empowered Iran to fund terrorism and assassination attempts.

“When Joe Biden and Kamala Harris came into office, the Iranian economy was in shambles. The regime was teetering. ... And now they've allowed Iran to double its oil sales from 300,000 to 2 million barrels a day.” [34:55]

Media Coverage and Political Implications

Media Silence: Both Ferguson and Cruz express frustration over mainstream media outlets' lack of coverage on these critical issues. They argue that networks like CNN and MSNBC are ignoring stories that could influence the upcoming election.

“The corrupt corporate media ... you have no idea what’s really happening in this country.” [25:24]

Greg Gutfeld of Fox News is mentioned for highlighting these underreported stories, suggesting that media complacency is preventing the public from being fully informed about threats to their safety.

“The media doesn't want to know about it. They wanted you die or be raped than Trump be right or find out the truth.” [25:53]

Political Impact: Ferguson posits that the release of these criminal aliens and Iran's assassination plots could be pivotal in the election, framing them as "X factor moments" that might sway undecided voters against the Democratic Party.

“This is your life, your children, your family, your safety. ... This is your life, your children, your family, your safety.” [27:28]

Biden Administration’s Iran Policy and Sanctions

Ineffective Sanctions: Ferguson critiques the Biden administration’s approach to Iran, particularly their failure to enforce existing sanctions, which has allowed Iran to resume significant oil sales.

“They have sanctions on Iran. They have sanctions on their oil. They're not being enforced, so they're worthless.” [43:49]

Economic Impact: He details how the administration’s lax policies have financially empowered Iran, enabling them to fund militant groups and assassination attempts against Trump.

“They are actively attacking US Servicemen and women in the Middle east right now, today. And Iran is actively trying to murder Donald Trump.” [35:14]

Proposed Solutions: Ferguson advocates for stricter enforcement of sanctions and a more aggressive stance against Iran to curb their financial capabilities and military ambitions.

Conclusion and Final Insights

The episode wraps up with a strong call to action, urging listeners to stay informed and support measures that secure the border and counteract foreign threats. Ben Ferguson emphasizes the urgency of addressing these issues to protect American lives and uphold national security.

“We have to have that [American strength, power, and prestige]. We will soon have it back. No threat will shake me.” [47:58]

Senator Cruz echoes this sentiment, highlighting the real and present dangers posed by the current administration’s policies and urging for immediate change to ensure the safety and security of American citizens.

Key Takeaways

• Border Security Crisis: Over half a million criminal illegal aliens, including murderers and rapists, are allegedly roaming the U.S. due to the Biden-Harris administration's policies.
• Iran’s Assassination Threats: Iran is actively plotting to assassinate Donald Trump, with little to no response from the current administration.
• Media Complicity: Mainstream media is accused of ignoring these critical threats, depriving the public of essential information.
• Policy Failures: The Biden administration is criticized for halting border wall construction, reinstating catch and release, withdrawing from effective immigration policies, and failing to enforce sanctions on Iran.
• Election Implications: These issues could significantly influence the upcoming election, potentially swaying voters against the Democratic Party.

Notable Quotes:

• “She’s trying to pretend to be tough, but her policies haven’t changed.” – Ben Ferguson [00:23]
• “They have sanctions on Iran. They have sanctions on their oil. They’re not being enforced, so they’re worthless.” – Ben Ferguson [43:49]
• “In the real world, she would be toast.” – Greg Gutfeld [25:53]
• “If I were the president, I would inform the threatening country, in this case Iran, that if you do anything to harm this person, we are going to blow your largest cities and the country itself to smithereens.” – Ben Ferguson [45:20]

This comprehensive summary encapsulates the key discussions and insights from Episode 13 of The 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson, providing listeners with a clear understanding of the critical issues addressed without needing to reference the full transcript.