The 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson

Episode: DOJ to Investigate Epstein Ties to Democrats & Reopen Clinton Foundation Probe
Date: November 15, 2025
Host: Ben Ferguson (Premiere Networks)

Episode Overview

In this episode, Ben Ferguson delves into the latest political developments surrounding former President Donald Trump’s directive to the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate Jeffrey Epstein’s connections with prominent Democrats and major banks. Ferguson also discusses renewed scrutiny on the Clinton Foundation, referencing the reopening of a previously shelved IRS criminal probe. Throughout the episode, Ferguson contrasts Trump’s assertive strategy with Democratic responses, taking aim at media narratives and perceived political motivations behind ongoing investigations.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Trump’s DOJ Directive on Epstein Files (Starts ~03:36)

• Trump’s "Chess vs. Checkers" Move:
  Ferguson frames Trump as strategically outmaneuvering Democrats:

  “Donald Trump playing chess while Democrats playing checkers over the Jeffrey Epstein files.” (03:51)

• Scope of Investigation:
  Trump directs DOJ, Attorney General Pam Bondi, and the FBI to focus on Epstein’s ties with “prominent Democrats and banks,” specifically Bill Clinton, Larry Summers, Reid Hoffman, JP Morgan Chase, and others.

  “I will be asking the attorney general, Pam Bondi and the Department of Justice, together with our great patriots at the FBI to investigate Jeffrey Epstein's involvement and relationship with Bill Clinton, Larry Summers, Reid Hoffman, JP Morgan Chase and many other people and institutions to determine what was going on with them and him.” (04:52)

• Trump’s Positioning on True Social:
  Trump argues the Epstein issue is a Democrats’ problem, not Republicans’:

  “Epstein was a Democrat and therefore is the Democrats’ problem, not the Republicans’ problem.” (05:47)

2. Media Narratives and Dem/GOP Positions (05:47–09:45)

• Democratic Focus on Trump:
  Ferguson claims Democrats are obsessed with linking Trump to Epstein, but offer no evidence:

  “Many Democrats are now obsessed over the Epstein files and trying to use anything where Donald Trump's name was used to connect him to some sort of horrific behavior without any evidence to back it up.” (03:58)

• Victim Testimony and Media Spin:
  Ferguson references Virginia Giuffre, a survivor in the Epstein case, highlighting that she never accused Trump of wrongdoing and criticized Democrats for hiding her name.

  “She accused Democrats when she was alive, her words, of hiding her name because she had not alleged Trump to have done anything wrong. That is how sick and partisan this has become.” (06:56)

  • Ferguson clarifies she did not make these statements as a direct response to Democrats, ensuring accuracy. (08:16)
• Call for Transparency:
  Ferguson pushes for the release of all Epstein-related documents (with victim protection):

  “As long as you protect the victims, release it.” (09:13)

• Critique of Democratic Motives:
  Ferguson claims:

  “The only thing they want to do now is hurt President Donald Trump. They want to do anything they can to try to imply that he did something terrible … He didn't do anything wrong. That is the biggest difference here.” (09:23)

• Historical Context:
  Ferguson highlights a lack of action by Democrats when previously in power:

  “You guys gave this much thought and much obsession over this when Joe Biden was president ... I wish you guys cared about the victims as much as you care about trying to attack Donald Trump.” (06:22)

3. Clinton Foundation Probe—A Revived Scandal (09:51–13:05)

• IRS Criminal Probe History:
  Ferguson details how, in 2019, the IRS opened a criminal probe into the Clinton Foundation, later abruptly halted under a Democratic administration:

  “The IRS actually opened a criminal probe into the Clinton foundation in 2019. But guess what? In 2019, a Democrat was in charge of the White House, the FBI and all of law enforcement. So what happened? The investigation was abruptly stopped.” (10:43)

• Whistleblower Involvement:
  IRS agents John Moynihan and Larry Doyle worked with authorities, reporting that the Clinton Foundation operated as “a closely held family partnership,” not a charitable organization, and even as a foreign agent.

  “The foundation was not a charitable organization per se, but in point of fact was was a closely held family partnership.” (11:40)

• Nigerian Officials and “Pay for Play”:
  Ferguson mentions allegations of Clinton Foundation donors receiving political favors:

  “The Nigeria office had phone tapped interviews with Nigerian officials saying that they had donated to the Clinton foundation and they were getting favors in return.” (12:27)

• Clinton Foundation Response:
  Clinton Foundation and Hillary Clinton have denied wrongdoing.
• Upcoming Legal Actions:
  Moynihan and Doyle are pursuing whistleblower cases, with one tentatively set for trial Dec 1st.
• Renewed Probe Under Trump:
  Ferguson emphasizes that the Trump administration is reopening the investigation and aims to uncover the truth behind why it was stopped:

  “Now the Trump administration has reopened it and making it clear they're going to look into ... why it was stopped and what crimes could have been committed.” (13:05)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Ben Ferguson on Partisan Motives:

  “I wish you guys cared about the victims as much as you care about trying to attack Donald Trump ... That is how sick and partisan this has become.” (06:32)

• On Transparency:

  “As long as you protect the victims, release it.” (09:13)

• On the Clinton Foundation:

  “The investigation clearly demonstrates that the foundation was not a charitable organization per se, but ... a closely held family partnership.” (11:40)

• On Trump’s Counteroffensive:

  “Okay, doj, you guys want to go there, you want to play this game, fine, we will investigate you.” (09:33)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [03:36] Trump’s DOJ directive to investigate Epstein ties to Democrats
• [05:47] Trump’s statement that Epstein is a “Democrats’ problem”
• [06:22] Ferguson’s critique of Democrats’ concern for victims
• [06:56] Virginia Giuffre’s statements and the partisan response
• [08:16] Clarification on Giuffre’s comments
• [09:13] Ferguson’s open call: "As long as you protect the victims, release it."
• [09:51] Deep dive into the Clinton Foundation and the IRS investigation
• [11:40] Whistleblower testimony and the alleged misuse of the Clinton Foundation
• [13:05] Trump administration reopening the Clinton Foundation investigation

Conclusion

Ben Ferguson’s episode centered on Trump’s efforts to redirect scrutiny from himself to prominent Democrats through federal investigations into Epstein’s network and the Clinton Foundation. Ferguson maintains a sharp, critical tone toward Democratic leadership and media coverage, repeatedly demanding transparency and accountability while positioning Trump’s actions as both strategic and justified. The episode offers a blend of news commentary, background analysis, and pointed debate, serving as a window into current conservative perspectives on these high-profile investigations.