Podcast Summary: The Ben Shapiro Show
Episode: Ep. 2081 - Team Trump Gets Ready To TAKE OVER
Host/Author: The Daily Wire
I. Introduction
In Episode 2081 of The Ben Shapiro Show, hosts Ben Shapiro and Matt Walsh delve into the preparations of Team Trump as they gear up for a potential Trump administration. The discussion spans administrative staffing, economic strategies, foreign policy, Senate dynamics, and reactions from both the business community and political commentators on the left.
II. Team Trump Preparing the Administration
a. Staffing Choices
Matt Walsh highlights President Trump's strategic staffing decisions, emphasizing the selection of seasoned and respected individuals for key roles. Notably, Susie Wiles is set to become the first female White House Chief of Staff, praised for her experience and bipartisan respect.
Matt Walsh [08:15]: "Susie Wiles is a very serious person. She's well respected on all sides of the political spectrum... She is a solid political fighter."
Sheehy, the new senator from Montana, commends Wiles' qualifications and asserts her capability to lead effectively.
Matt Walsh [12:30]: "Susie Wiles will make our country proud. She keeps her cars real close to the vest and is incredibly savvy."
III. Economic Agenda
a. Tax Cuts and Deregulation
The hosts discuss Trump's aggressive economic agenda centered on tax cuts, deregulation, and expanded energy production. They argue that these measures will stimulate unprecedented economic growth.
Matt Walsh [15:20]: "President elect Trump plans fast action on a business-friendly agenda of tax cuts, deregulation, and expanded energy production."
b. Business Community's Reaction
The business community's enthusiasm is evident, with influential figures like Marc Andreessen predicting significant economic growth.
Matt Walsh [21:45]: "Marc Andreessen... believes that America is in an economic coiled spring. We should be growing at least 4% annually, ideally 6 to 8%."
Walsh underscores that Trump's administration is poised to support business leaders and foster an environment conducive to innovation and investment.
IV. Foreign Policy Focus: Iran
a. Brian Hook's Remarks
Brian Hook, a key figure in Trump's foreign policy team, outlines a robust strategy against Iran, emphasizing economic pressure and diplomatic isolation.
Brian Hook [16:05]: "We will isolate Iran diplomatically and weaken them economically so that they can't fund all of the violence that's going with the Houthis in Yemen, Hamas, Hezbollah, and these proxies that destabilize Israel and our Gulf partners."
b. Strategic Initiatives
The strategy includes increasing sanctions, throttling oil sales, and cutting support for Iran's nuclear program. Hook reiterates that Trump's approach avoids overt regime change, instead empowering the Iranian populace to determine their future.
Brian Hook [16:54]: "President Trump has no interest in regime change. The future of Iran will be decided by the Iranian people."
V. Senate Dynamics
a. Filibuster Preservation
The episode addresses concerns about the potential abolition of the filibuster if Democrats regained control. Mitch McConnell reassures that Republicans will uphold the filibuster, ensuring legislative predictability.
Matt Walsh [30:40]: "Mitch McConnell came out yesterday... 'we have a system of laws in this country and customs in this country and we're not going to kill the filibuster.'"
b. Majority Leader Race
With McConnell stepping down, the race for Senate Majority Leader is open. Potential candidates like Jon Thune and Rick Scott are discussed, both deemed capable of negotiating effectively with President Trump.
Matt Walsh [31:18]: "Jon Thune is a real possibility. Any of those people will be perfectly capable of negotiating with President Trump."
VI. Reaction to Trump's Election Victory
a. Business Community Enthusiasm
The business sector is jubilant about Trump's victory, anticipating a favorable environment for growth and innovation.
Matt Walsh [23:05]: "Jeff Bezos congratulated him. The business community is ecstatic... They're expecting low taxes, deregulation, and a pro-business stance."
b. Market Reactions
Stock markets have responded positively, with significant capitalization growth post-election, reflecting investor confidence in Trump's economic policies.
Matt Walsh [19:50]: "US stocks as capitalization rose by $1.62 trillion on Wednesday... Investors are celebrating."
VII. Critique of Left Commentators and Incidents
a. Amsterdam Pogrom
The hosts discuss a violent incident in Amsterdam, attributing it to leftist policies and radicalization. They criticize media figures like Joy Reid and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for attributing such events to inherent American racism and misogyny.
Matt Walsh [36:50]: "Just keep going with this... You're the ones deliberately misinforming the American public."
b. Left's Narrative on Racism and Misogyny
Reid and others are portrayed as deflecting blame from political opponents, with Walsh mocking their explanations linking electoral losses to racist and sexist sentiments.
Matt Walsh [41:21]: "Joy Reid, who is not a repository of joy, she is out there blaming Latinos... Please keep going with this."
VIII. Concluding Optimism and Future Outlook
The episode wraps up with a reaffirmed sense of optimism about Trump's potential second term. The hosts envision a future with reduced regulation, secure borders, and a strengthened economy.
Matt Walsh [38:54]: "Donald Trump is gonna get full support from the Senate. It's very clear that what the Senate needs to be is not a rubber stamp for Donald Trump, but an engine for him."
They also emphasize the importance of passing enduring legislation to enshrine Trump's policy priorities, ensuring lasting impact beyond executive orders.
Matt Walsh [36:26]: "We need to pass laws that enshrine these priorities in law that can't simply be undone by the next administration."
Notable Quotes:
- Brian Hook [16:05]: "We will isolate Iran diplomatically and weaken them economically so that they can't fund all of the violence..."
- Matt Walsh [30:40]: "We're not going to kill the filibuster."
- Jon Thune [30:40]: "Americans have said enough is enough... ready for a different direction."
- Matt Walsh [38:54]: "We need to pass laws that enshrine these priorities in law..."
- Joy Reid [47:12]: "This is about whose identities win. When you appeal to them, that means you should double down..."
Conclusion
Episode 2081 of The Ben Shapiro Show presents a comprehensive overview of Team Trump's preparations for a potential second term. Emphasizing strong administrative staffing, aggressive economic and foreign policies, and resilience against leftist narratives, the hosts convey a message of optimism and readiness for the challenges ahead. The episode underscores a clear divide in political discourse, highlighting the anticipation of significant policy shifts under a Trump-led administration.