Podcast Summary: "The 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson"

Episode Title: Sex, Drugs, and Violence
Release Date: August 4, 2022
Host/Authors: Michael Knowles and Senator Ted Cruz
Produced by: Premiere Networks

1. Introduction

The episode, pre-recorded by Michael Knowles and Senator Ted Cruz, delves into the escalating crime wave attributed to Democratic policies and corruption within the Biden administration. The discussion primarily revolves around Hunter Biden's alleged criminal activities and the perceived inaction of the Department of Justice (DOJ).

2. The Democrat-Driven Crime Wave

Michael Knowles opens the conversation by highlighting a surge in various crimes, suggesting these are symptomatic of a broader Democratic agenda. He states:

“[01:05] Michael Knowles: Drugs, violence, sex trafficking, extreme financial corruption abounding throughout the entire country and those are just the crimes that Hunter Biden recorded himself committing.”

Ted Cruz echoes these concerns, emphasizing the left's embrace of violence and the politicization of law enforcement:

“[03:23] Ted Cruz: Well, sadly, the left embraces violence. Now, you look at this Department of Justice, Joe Biden's Department of Justice has become thoroughly political.”

The hosts discuss incidents where the DOJ allegedly failed to prosecute violent actions against political figures, citing the attempted murder of Justice Brett Kavanaugh and the leniency towards Black Lives Matter and Antifa-related activities.

3. Law Enforcement’s Complicity and DOJ Inaction

The conversation shifts to the role of law enforcement and the DOJ in perpetuating lawlessness. Ted Cruz criticizes DOJ Attorney General Merrick Garland for what he perceives as insufficient protection of Supreme Court justices:

“[05:40] Ted Cruz: I’ve called on Dick Derma, the chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee. Bring Merrick Garland before the Judiciary Committee and have him testify about why he's not doing more to protect Supreme Court justices.”

Michael Knowles distinguishes between street-level violence and the DOJ's alleged encouragement of crime through political favoritism, further criticizing the administration's selective enforcement of laws.

4. Hunter Biden’s Alleged Crimes and DOJ Bias

A significant portion of the discussion centers on Hunter Biden's activities and the DOJ's response. Ted Cruz questions the DOJ’s leniency towards Hunter Biden, suggesting political favoritism:

“[12:26] Ted Cruz: What exactly would Hunter Biden have to do and film himself doing for this profoundly political Department of Justice to say, okay, enough already…”

Michael Knowles expands on the potential implications, linking Hunter Biden’s business dealings to broader corruption within the Biden family:

“[13:09] Michael Knowles: ...buyers have a lot of evidence linking Hunter Biden's business dealings to Joe Biden. Joe Biden has come out and said, I have nothing to do with it...”

They critique the DOJ’s handling of evidence from Hunter Biden’s laptop and cell phone, advocating for a special prosecutor to ensure impartiality.

5. Weaponization of the Legal System

Ted Cruz introduces his forthcoming book, "Justice: How the Left Has Weaponized Our Legal System," outlining how elected prosecutors manipulate the justice system for political ends:

“[05:40] Ted Cruz: ...these Soros prosecutors are going too far. San Francisco just recalled Chesa Boudin...”

He explains how prosecutors can selectively indict or ignore crimes, undermining the rule of law and enabling political favoritism.

6. Corruption in Energy Policy and Potential National Security Threats

The hosts shift focus to the Biden administration's energy policies, specifically the sale of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) to China. Ted Cruz criticizes the administration’s decisions, linking them to potential corruption involving Hunter Biden:

“[15:22] Ted Cruz: ...the Washington Free Beacon has reported that 950,000 barrels may have gone to a Chinese state-owned gas company that has financial ties to a private equity firm co-founded by Hunter Biden.”

Michael Knowles highlights the implications of these actions on national security and economic stability, questioning the administration’s transparency and integrity.

7. The Role of Media and Lack of Accountability

Both hosts express frustration with mainstream media’s silence on these issues. Ted Cruz laments:

“[15:22] Ted Cruz: ...it is amazing that our corporate media seems to have zero interest in reporting this.”

Michael Knowles criticizes the media’s failure to investigate and report on the administration’s alleged misconduct, further stressing the need for congressional oversight and legal accountability.

8. Future Implications and Calls to Action

In their concluding remarks, Ted Cruz emphasizes the importance of congressional majorities in addressing these issues:

“[26:25] Ted Cruz: ...there are no consequences. In the Biden administration, the reason one of the reasons why the war in Ukraine has taken so long is the Ukrainians, I think, are fighting heroically.”

He urges for strong legislative action and the establishment of a special prosecutor to investigate the Biden administration’s alleged corruption comprehensively.

9. Foreign Policy Concerns

The episode also touches upon international affairs, discussing the potential risks of China invading Taiwan and the ongoing war in Ukraine. Ted Cruz connects these geopolitical issues to the broader theme of lawlessness and mismanagement within the Biden administration:

“[29:35] Ted Cruz: ...the risk of China invading Taiwan is disturbingly high, but I think it has dropped dramatically the last few months.”

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Michael Knowles [01:05]: “Drugs, violence, sex trafficking, extreme financial corruption abounding throughout the entire country and those are just the crimes that Hunter Biden recorded himself committing.”

• Ted Cruz [03:23]: “Well, sadly, the left embraces violence. Now, you look at this Department of Justice, Joe Biden's Department of Justice has become thoroughly political.”

• Ted Cruz [05:40]: “I’ve called on Dick Derma, the chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee. Bring Merrick Garland before the Judiciary Committee and have him testify about why he's not doing more to protect Supreme Court justices.”

• Ted Cruz [15:22]: “...it is amazing that our corporate media seems to have zero interest in reporting this.”

• Michael Knowles [13:49]: “...the only hope that we have to see any justice done here is a special prosecutor. What do you think the odds are that we get it?”

Conclusion

This episode of "The 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson" presents a critical examination of the Biden administration, emphasizing perceived increases in crime, corruption within the DOJ, and questionable energy policies. Michael Knowles and Senator Ted Cruz advocate for congressional oversight and the appointment of a special prosecutor to address these alleged malpractices, asserting that without such measures, lawlessness within the federal government will continue to undermine American democracy and security.

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