DEA Nominee Confirms MS-13 Gang Member's Identity while Most Americans Approve of Trump's Deportation Plan

Summary

The 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson – Episode Summary

Release Date: May 5, 2025

Podcast Information:

• Title: The 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson
• Host: Ben Ferguson, a prominent national radio host, podcaster, and political commentator
• Description: The podcast delivers the latest news and political headlines, emphasizing the President's administration, policies, and agenda. Ben offers unfiltered insights, exclusive interviews, and honest commentary, providing listeners with behind-the-scenes coverage of America's pressing issues directly from the President’s Oval Office. New episodes are released daily from Monday through Saturday on platforms like the iHeartRadio app.

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Key Stories Covered:

1. DEA Nominee Confirms MS-13 Gang Member's Identity
2. Tariff War with China and the Fentanyl Crisis
3. Trump Administration's Immigration Enforcement and Deportation Efforts

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1. DEA Nominee Confirms MS-13 Gang Member's Identity

Ben Ferguson opens the episode by discussing a pivotal development regarding the Trump administration’s nominee for the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). The nominee, DEA Administrator Terry Cole, revealed crucial information that undermines the narrative pushed by liberal media and the Democratic Party.

Discussion Highlights:

• Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing:
  • Timestamp [02:48]:
    • Senator Lindsey Graham: “Are you familiar with MS-13?”
    • DEA Agent Terry Cole: Confirms MS-13 as a terrorist organization involved in fentanyl production, extortion, kidnapping, drugs, intimidation, and money laundering.
    • Timestamp [03:53]: Cole examines a photo of Kamar Obrega Garcia, identifying his tattoos as consistent with MS-13 affiliations.
    • Cole’s Statement: “Those are his markings. That's his brand.”

Notable Quotes:

• Ben Ferguson [04:31]: “Based on your time as a DEA A agent in the field, particularly in Mexico, these tattoos are consistent with MS-13 associations.”
• Cole [03:53]: “They suggest that he's an MS-13 member. That. Those are his markings. That's his brand.”

Analysis: Ferguson criticizes media outlets like ABC News for attempting to discredit the evidence presented by Cole, asserting that liberals have been deceitful about Garcia’s gang affiliations. He emphasizes that the nominee’s revelations expose a significant media and political deception, reinforcing the administration’s stance against MS-13 and countering Democratic narratives.

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2. Tariff War with China and the Fentanyl Crisis

The second major topic Ferguson delves into the ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China, specifically focusing on the fentanyl crisis—a critical issue linking trade policies to national security.

Discussion Highlights:

• China’s Stance on Fentanyl:

  • Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson asserts that the fentanyl problem is solely a U.S. issue, despite the majority of fentanyl chemicals originating from China.
  • Quote from Chinese Communist Party [07:23]: “The U.S. and the U.S. alone has the responsibility to solve it.”

• U.S. Response:

  • President Trump maintains a firm stance against China, pushing for aggressive prosecution of fentanyl suppliers.
  • Quote from U.S. Official [07:23]: “We just haven't seen that is what one U.S. Official said on the record.”

• Trade and Diplomacy:

  • The initial 20% tariffs imposed in February were a direct response to China’s inadequate measures against fentanyl production.
  • China’s retaliatory tariffs and refusal to engage meaningfully in counter-narcotics cooperation are highlighted as obstacles to resolving the crisis.

Notable Quotes:

• Ferguson [07:27]: “China is now in business with the cartels in Mexico, and then those cartels are manufacturing the fentanyl and then smuggling it across the US Border.”
• Chinese Statement [07:23]: “The U.S. should know that vilifying others will not hide its failed responsibility to punish those who try to help will not solve any problem.”

Analysis: Ferguson argues that China’s failure to effectively curb fentanyl production reflects poorly on its role in the global supply chain of the drug. He criticizes China’s superficial regulatory efforts and emphasizes the Trump administration’s commitment to protecting American lives by holding China accountable. The discussion underscores the linkage between economic policies and public health, portraying Trump’s administration as proactive in addressing both trade imbalances and national security threats posed by fentanyl.

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3. Trump Administration's Immigration Enforcement and Deportation Efforts

The final segment focuses on the Trump administration’s intensified efforts to deport illegal immigrants, a policy area that has seen significant public support according to recent polling.

Discussion Highlights:

• Public Support:

  • Poll Findings: 56% of Americans approve of the Trump administration's deportation program, while 44% disapprove—a 12-point advantage in favor.

• Major Operations:

  • Florida ICE Raid:

    • Nearly 800 illegal aliens were apprehended in a four-day operation dubbed “Operation Tidal Wave.”
    • Timestamp [11:43]: Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem emphasized, “This is a warning to all criminal illegal aliens. We're coming for you.”
    • Governor Ron DeSantis: Praised Florida’s cooperation with federal authorities on social media.

  • Colorado Underground Nightclub Raid:

    • DEA and Rocky Mountain Division agents conducted a raid resulting in 114 arrests.
    • Details: Arrests included members of violent gangs like Tran, Deragua, and MS-13. Drugs and weapons were seized, highlighting the operation's success.
    • Visual Evidence: Shared video footage showed agents executing the raid with precision and authority.

Notable Quotes:

• Kristi Noem [11:43]: “This is a warning to all criminal illegal aliens. We're coming for you.”
• Ferguson [15:31]: “The President is showing Americans that this is just the beginning... Donald Trump in many ways is just getting started.”

Analysis: Ferguson underscores the administration’s robust approach to immigration enforcement, framing these operations as fulfilling campaign promises and enhancing national security. By highlighting the successful raids and broad cooperation between state and federal agencies, Ferguson portrays the Trump administration as resolute and effective in dismantling illegal immigration networks and violent gangs. The high approval ratings indicate strong public backing, which Ferguson leverages to argue for the continuation and expansion of these policies.

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Conclusion

Ben Ferguson wraps up the episode by reinforcing the key messages from the day’s stories:

• Media and Democratic Deception: The DEA nominee’s confirmation of Garcia’s MS-13 affiliation challenges liberal narratives.
• China’s Accountability: The administration’s fight against China over fentanyl reflects a dedication to safeguarding American lives.
• Immigration Enforcement: Strong public support and successful raids demonstrate the effectiveness and necessity of Trump’s immigration policies.

Ferguson encourages listeners to stay informed and engaged by subscribing to the podcast for ongoing, in-depth analysis of national issues.

Final Note: Ferguson’s summary emphasizes the administration’s achievements and counters media skepticism, aiming to provide his audience with a clear, supportive perspective on current political developments.

Transcript

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[Ben Ferguson]

You're listening to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson.

Good Monday morning, Ben Ferguson with you. It's so nice to have you on the 47 Morning Update. And here are the three big stories we're talking about today. Thank first up, Lindsey Graham has some questions for the man that's going to be leading the DEA and what he had to say about Kamar Obrega Garcia. Well, it will shock the media with their big lie and the Democratic Party. And we have the audio for you here in just a moment. Up next, it's not just about tariffs when it comes to fighting with China. This after the Chinese Foreign Ministry said the fentanyl problem is a US Problem, not a China problem, even though the chemicals for fentanyl are coming from China. China. We'll have the latest on President Trump's response to the shocking move and admission by the Chinese Communist Party that, yeah, they are sending the drugs that are killing countless Americans. And finally, we're coming for you. That is the message from the Trump administration as major roundups of illegal immigrants happened over the weekend. We'll give the details about where all this took place and how they're saying this is just the beginning. It's the 47 Morning Update and it starts right now. Another media lie has exploded in the face of Democrats and those in the media that were telling the story. President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Drug Enforcement Agency known as the DEA has blown up the denials from liberal media outlets that purported that the MS.13 gang member Kilmar Obrego Garcia is not sporting tattoos for the gang. The DEA administrator, Terry Cole, made it very clear to the members of the Senate Judiciary Committee that the media and Democrats were lying about the tattoos of a man they described as just a father From Maryland. He was asked about the tattoos during the hearing from Lindsey Graham. And here is what he said.

[Senator]

Are you familiar with ms.13? Yes, sir, briefly. What are they?

[DEA Agent]

They're a terrorist organization.

[Senator]

Yeah, they've been designated a foreign terrorist organization?

[DEA Agent]

Yes, sir.

[Senator]

They're involved in drugs.

[DEA Agent]

Fentanyl extortion, kidnapping, drugs intimidation, money laundering.

[Senator]

In your time in the dea, do they have, like, membership cards?

[DEA Agent]

Not necessarily the membership cards, but they are well recognized based on tattoos and different.

[Senator]

Do you have a photo I think our office provided to you?

[DEA Agent]

We spoke. Yeah, we spoke about it earlier. Yes, sir.

[Senator]

Can you give this to. This is a photo of tattoos of Mr. Brio Garcia. Much attention has been paid to his case. I think he's in Venezuela. Can you see the photo here?

[DEA Agent]

Yes, sir. I can have a copy of it.

[Senator]

Okay, based on your time and experience and expertise in the dea, what does that photo or those markings suggest to you?

[DEA Agent]

Well, they suggest that he's an Ms. 13 member. That. Those are his markings. That's his brand. Not only my time at the dea, but currently I participate.

[Senator]

Start with a leaf. What's that a sign of?

[DEA Agent]

Marijuana.

[Senator]

Okay, the next one is your smiley face. Okay. And the next one is.

[DEA Agent]

I believe that's a one. I can't. It's a little blurred out for me, sir. And then the last one's a three backwards. Okay.

[Senator]

So based on your time as a DEA A agent in the field, particularly in Mexico, these task twos are consistent with Ms. 13 associations.

[DEA Agent]

Yes, sir, that's correct.

[Senator]

Do you know of any other set of combinations that would suggest some other organization this represents with this particular one?

[DEA Agent]

No, sir.

[Ben Ferguson]

Yet again, it's very clear the DEA nominee is the Democrats and the media's worst nightmare. Quote, based on your time as a DEA agent in the field, particularly in Mexico, these tattoos are consistent with Ms. 13 associations. The DEA chief nominee. Yes. So why did the media lie to you? Why do they say that the picture wasn't even real? That the President was, you know, bamboozled? Well, ABC News Even in the 100 day interview, tried to imply that the picture wasn't real. Not only is it real, but now we know from the man who will be in charge of the DEA that, yes, this individual is an Ms. 13 gang member, not some father from Maryland. And just think about it this way. This is the man that Democrats flew down to hang out with, hold his hand, and desperately want to bring back into the United States of America. A man that two different courts have declared a member of a terrorist organization. So if you think Democrats and the media are looking out for you, just look at this new hoax that they've already been busted on. Did you know that just like here.

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[Ben Ferguson]

Tariff war with China is continuing. And it's not just about tariffs on goods. It's also about what China is doing to kill Americans. The Chinese foreign minister spokesman is now insisting that the fentanyl crisis is in fact the US Problem, not China's, even though the drugs and chemicals are coming directly from China. In an actual statement at a press briefing, this is what the Chinese Communists had to say, quote, the U.S. and the U.S. alone has the responsibility to.

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Solve it, even though they are the drug supplier.

[Ben Ferguson]

Despite the goodwill China has shown, they went on to say the US Slapped tariffs on Chinese imports and blame it on fentanyl. This is bullying, China said through and through and highly damaging to dialogue and cooperation on counter narcotics. This is exactly why the President, United States of America is sticking it to China and not backing down. China also wasn't done with their propaganda. They said, quote, the U.S. should know that vilifying others will not hide its failed responsibility to punish those who try to help will not solve any problem. And intimidation or threats are certainly not the right way to engage with China. Now the trade representative was also responding to reports about slow progress and the talks between US And Chinese officials about curtailing China's supply of the chemicals needed for the deadly fentanyl drug. US Officials have made it clear that the Chinese are failing to negotiate in good faith. Now these officials also said that China is, quote, exchanging intelligence about traffickers, but its proposals to resolve the fentanyl crisis have been, quote, inadequate. Also, while China might be willing to share intel about the traffickers, it rarely, unfortunately, takes serious action against the illicit chemical manufacturers in China that they clearly know about. This is partly because fentanyl chemicals also have, quote, legitimate uses. And the Chinese government is reluctant to compromise the profits of their huge chemical companies, even if it means it's killing Americans. Start putting big important people behind bars as a signal to the whole industry or black market. We just haven't seen that is what one US Official said on the record. Now, the Trump administration has made it clear they want China to stop killing Americans. They want China to aggressively prosecute those who produce and sell fentanyl chemicals, while China is merely offering to regulate the chemicals a little more tightly. That's at least what they're trying to sell the public. But the reality is talk is cheap and China has never done anything meaningful to shut down the chemical pipeline is what American officials have said in the Trump administration. Now, Donald Trump's first round of 20% tariffs on China in February was presented as punishment for China failing to take the fentanyl crisis seriously. China responded by saying it would do nothing further to address the fentanyl problem until the tariffs were lifted, basically admitting that they know that fentanyl is flowing into America at a record pace. American officials have also noted that China is a member of the UN Commission on Narcotics and Drugs, which unanimously agreed to place tighter controls on fentanyl chemicals at a March 2024 meeting in Vienna. Well, guess what? China has done nothing since then at all to stop the flow of drugs into America. Now, pressed on the issue, Chinese officials have lately been repeating the Chinese communist talking points that fentanyl is entirely an American problem, even though no one disputes that most of the chemicals come from China for fentanyl in the entire world. Now, the biggest change in fentanyl production since the Trump administration's term has been that China no longer ships the chemicals directly to American drug dealers. Instead, it ships the chemicals to Mexican cartels. So it's fair to say that China is now in business with the cartels in Mexico, and then those cartels are manufacturing the fentanyl and then smuggling it across the US Border. Fentanyl users and traffickers in the US Say there has been very little reduction in the supply of the drug since China promised to crack down on chemical producers. Obviously, they were lying. So if you want to know why Donald Trump is standing firm, it is clear that he's standing firm to protect our kids and grandkids, so many that are dying from accidental overdose from fentanyl lace pills. At the end of the day, the president isn't just fighting for better deals on tariffs. He's also fighting to protect American lives.

And finally, story number three, CBS News.

Poll was out saying this. Do you approve or disapprove of the Trump administration's program to find and deport immigrants who are in the US illegally? 56% of Americans say yes and 44% disapprove. Meaning there is a 12 point advantage for Donald Trump to do exactly what he's doing and what his promise was to get rid of illegal immigrants that have flooded this country. Which brings me to three different headlines. 800 illegal aliens were rounded up in a four day Florida ICE raid. U. S. Immigration and Custom enforcement officers and agents teamed up with Florida State Police to round up nearly 800 illegal aliens during what they described as a major operation. The roundup came as part of a multi agency immigration enforcement crackdown. And they're saying that this is just the beginning. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem put it this way, saying, quote, this is a warning to all criminal illegal aliens. We're coming for you. Our state partners will hunt you down, arrest you and deport you. Florida Highway Patrol troopers teamed up with the federal task force as part of the Operation tidal wave. Nearly 800 arrests took place during the four days of the targeted enforcement operation. ICE officials called it a first of its kind partnership between state and federal authorities. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis commenting on social media, saying Florida is leading the nation in active cooperation with the Trump administration for immigration enforcement and deportation operations. Bill Malusion at Fox News reported the arrest included Colombian murderers, plural Mississippi 13 and 18th street gang members and a Russian spy wanted by Interpol. This is just part of Donald Trump paying off and what he promised would be big action by his administration. And that's not all. Feds also busted 114 illegal aliens during a raid at a Colorado underground nightclub. All caught on tape. More than 100 illegal aliens busted during the raid in Colorado Springs on Sunday morning. The operation, led by the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Rocky Mountain Division resulted in the arrest of 114 illegal aliens. The outlet noted that authorities said members of the violent gangs Tran, Deragua and MS.13 frequented the venue. Video footage from the DEA shared showing the raid and officers swarming the building. One of them smashed a hole in what appears to be a window where flashing blue lights are seen inside. Moments later, a door opens and people are seen pouring out. Many of them held their hands up in surrender as officers confronted them and sirens began blaring. Several women are also seen among the group. DEA Rocky Mountain led the multi agency enforcement operation along with local and federal partners. The Department of Homeland Security has taken more than 100 illegal aliens into custody. Drugs and weapons were also seized at the underground nightclub in Colorado Springs. So what is the point of all this? The President is showing Americans that this is just the beginning and many state and local authorities are now more than happy to be working with the Trump administration to get rid of violent gang members and those that are killing Americans with fentanyl as well that they're putting onto our streets yet again. Another example of just 100 days in and Donald Trump in many ways is just getting started.

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