The 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson: Episode Summary Release Date: April 14, 2025

Host: Ben Ferguson
Podcast Network: Premiere Networks
Episode Title: Trump Putting Workers First plus DOGE's New Deregulation Website Empowering Americans

Introduction

In this episode of The 47 Morning Update, host Ben Ferguson delves into three pivotal stories shaping the American political and economic landscape. Ferguson provides insightful analysis on the Trump administration's aggressive tariff negotiations, the launch of DOGE's deregulation platform, and a significant legal victory concerning the deportation of a student accused of advocating terrorism. Through unfiltered commentary and exclusive information, Ferguson offers listeners a comprehensive understanding of these critical issues.

1. Trump Administration Negotiates Tariffs with 130 Countries

Ben Ferguson opens the discussion by highlighting a substantial development in international trade negotiations under the Trump administration. Contrary to earlier reports of negotiations with 50 or 70 countries, the administration is now actively engaging with 130 countries regarding tariff agreements.

• Ben Ferguson (00:21): "First up, the Trump administration is now negotiating with 130 countries on tariffs. Massive news that the media doesn't want you to know about."

Ferguson scrutinizes media coverage, suggesting a deliberate omission of this expanded negotiation effort. He references an exchange with CNN's Jake Tapper and National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett to underscore the administration's stance.

• Kevin Hassett (02:18): "Right now there are 130 countries, 130 countries have responded and we're negotiating with them and they've got their rate down to 10%."

Ferguson emphasizes the administration's focus on prioritizing American workers and businesses, contrasting it with previous policies perceived as less favorable to domestic interests.

• Ben Ferguson (04:07): "It's clear that there's 130 countries that are dying to get a deal done with the Trump administration who is putting American workers and businesses first instead of last."

This segment underscores the administration's proactive approach in trade negotiations, aiming to secure favorable terms for the U.S. while addressing dependencies on foreign products.

2. DOGE Launches New Deregulation Website Empowering Americans

Transitioning to domestic policy, Ferguson introduces DOGE's new initiative aimed at reducing federal regulations. This platform empowers citizens to directly report and suggest deregulation measures that they believe impede their businesses or industries.

• Ben Ferguson (05:14): "Donald Trump is asking for your help when it comes to deregulating our government. DOGE has set up a website now where you can go directly to them and explain how there's a government regulation that is hurting you, your business or your industry."

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) collaborated with the Government Services Administration and the Office of Management and Budget to develop regulations.gov, a user-friendly portal facilitating public input on deregulation.

• Ben Ferguson (08:48): "The website's main page will direct users to a form where you can report deregulatory suggestions, which provides users with more than a dozen prompts regarding their issue."

Users can anonymously submit their suggestions, and potentially have deregulation measures named after them if adopted by the administration. This initiative aligns with President Trump's promise to "put Americans first and the government bureaucrats last."

• Ben Ferguson (08:48): "This DOGE led effort highlights President Trump's top priority to put the people first and the government bureaucrats last. That is what the White House spokesman said over the weekend."

Ferguson encourages listeners to utilize and promote the platform, emphasizing its role in fostering transparency and citizen involvement in federal decision-making.

3. Deportation of Mahmoud Khalil: A Victory for the Trump Administration

The final story covers a landmark decision by an immigration judge to deport Mahmoud Khalil, a student accused of advocating violence and supporting terrorist organizations. Ferguson frames this as a significant win against individuals promoting extremist ideologies on American campuses.

• Ben Ferguson (08:50): "A major victory this week for the Trump administration who said they were going to hold student protesters accountable if they were standing up for terrorists, especially if they are here from another country."

Khalil, a Columbia University graduate, was implicated in leading pro-Hamas protests and distributing propaganda supporting the October 7 attacks. Despite Senate Democrats' support for Khalil, the immigration judge ruled in favor of his deportation, citing his involvement with terrorist organizations and fraudulent information in his residency application.

• Ben Ferguson (11:09): "The immigration judge has found Mahmoud Khalil removable... They have decided that Mahmoud Khalil is removable."

Ferguson critiques the Democratic Party's stance, accusing them of endorsing individuals advocating for the destruction of Israel and supporting terrorist activities.

• Ben Ferguson (12:02): "Democrats are angry because they wanted to make sure that they could have as many of these activists that have come into the United States of America stand up for terrorists and advocate for death and destruction of the Jews all over the world."

The segment highlights the administration's commitment to national security and the enforcement of immigration laws against those who pose potential threats.

• Ben Ferguson (14:39): "This ruling, no doubt, will have major precedent in allowing the administration to continue to go after those that were violent or advocating for violence on college campuses, coast to coast."

Conclusion

Ben Ferguson wraps up the episode by reiterating the significance of the discussed stories in advancing the Trump administration's agenda to prioritize American workers, empower citizens through deregulation, and ensure national security by deporting individuals advocating terrorism.

• Ben Ferguson (14:39): "That is what the Trump administration is doing to put the people first and the bureaucrats last in my administration. And it's another win for the American people."

Ferguson encourages listeners to subscribe for more in-depth news and analysis, promising continued coverage of the issues shaping America.

Notable Quotes:

• Ben Ferguson (00:21): "The Trump administration is now negotiating with 130 countries on tariffs. Massive news that the media doesn't want you to know about."

• Kevin Hassett (02:18): "Right now there are 130 countries, 130 countries have responded and we're negotiating with them and they've got their rate down to 10%."

• Ben Ferguson (08:48): "This DOGE led effort highlights President Trump's top priority to put the people first and the government bureaucrats last."

• Ben Ferguson (12:02): "Democrats are angry because they wanted to make sure that they could have as many of these activists that have come into the United States of America stand up for terrorists and advocate for death and destruction of the Jews all over the world."

• Ben Ferguson (14:39): "This ruling, no doubt, will have major precedent in allowing the administration to continue to go after those that were violent or advocating for violence on college campuses, coast to coast."

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