The Benny Show – Episode Summary

Episode: 🚨FBI Responds to January 6th Pipe Bomber Suspect NAMED in Report!? Dems Cave on Shutdown, Trump WINS.
Air Date: November 10, 2025
Host: Benny Johnson
Guests: General Michael Flynn, Florida AG James Uthmeier, VA Secretary Doug Collins

Episode Overview

This episode of The Benny Show focuses on several interwoven hot-button topics: explosive new developments in the January 6th pipe bomber investigation, the FBI’s response to recent allegations, the looming government shutdown and its effects on veterans, prominent political wins for the Trump movement, and direct interviews with General Michael Flynn, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, and VA Secretary Doug Collins. The tone is combative and energetic, with strong anti-establishment and pro-America First sentiment throughout.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Trump at the NFL Game: Symbolism, Patriotism, Division (04:00–12:30)

• Coverage: Benny celebrates Trump’s high-profile attendance at an NFL game, marking the first time since 1973 a president attended a regular-season game.
• Symbolic Flyover: Trump orchestrated an “epic” Air Force One flyover, expressing confidence and patriotism:
  “President Trump knows how to president better than any president that ever presidented. President Trump is a showman.” (05:23, Benny)
• Cultural Divide: Trump’s involvement in enlisting troops on the field received boos from the DC-area crowd, which Benny interprets as a sign of America’s division:

  “There are people that hate you more than they love their country and they don’t want to see their country win… They were booing the troops as they were getting sworn in.” (10:36, Benny)

• Call for Unity: Criticizes attempts to divide the conservative movement, warning against “ops” intended to split the MAGA base.

2. January 6th Pipe Bomber Investigation – Bombshell Blaze Report (15:15–29:39)

• Report Summary: Benny details a new investigative report from The Blaze, which claims to have identified the January 6th pipe bomber as a former female Capitol Police officer, Shawnee Kerkhoff—now allegedly working for the CIA.
  • Analysis is based on forensic gait analysis (a 94% match).
  • Cake details: “Every individual has a very specific way that they walk. It’s identifiable, almost like a fingerprint.” (18:25, Benny)
• Strange Official Behavior: Emphasizes the suspicious non-reaction of Secret Service agents on January 6th:
  • “The Secret Service agents just kept eating in their cars… They let Kamala Harris stay in the building.” (20:35, Benny)
• Purpose of the Pipe Bombs: Benny relays ex-Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund’s theory that the bombs were a distraction to deplete police resources, making the Capitol vulnerable.
• FBI’s Response: The FBI officially tells reporters and Benny that the pipe bomber case remains a high priority, $500,000 reward still active.

  “The FBI has officially gone on the record… they don’t think this is the suspect.” (23:28, Benny)

• Cautious Appraisal: Benny urges audience to treat the Blaze report as preliminary, but insists, “It’s out there and we need to talk about it.”

3. General Michael Flynn Interview — Loss of Trust & Deep State Allegations (29:39–54:37)

• On Trust and Institutions:

  “The single biggest problem that Donald J. Trump has right now is… a loss of trust. And this loss of trust was clear from the last administration, and it’s trust in the institutions of government.” (29:54, Flynn)

• January 6th as a Conspiracy:

  “There is a conspiracy and it continues to operate today to undermine and to take over the United States of America.” (31:32, Flynn)

  • Says the origins of this conspiracy began with Trump’s 2016 win.
  • Emphasizes lack of transparency and accountability in the January 6th investigation, especially by the FBI and DOJ.

• On the Pipe Bomber Op:

  • Flynn contends the device was likely part of a broader conspiracy to frame Trump and MAGA, not simply a distraction:

    “I don’t think it was a distraction or deception. I really don’t. I think that this was so well planned… These are just events that then when you connect the dots… No, I actually think that this is another element that planned this conspiracy.” (45:56, Flynn)

• Call to Action:

  “Bring that person in that everybody’s identified, apparently they’re still in the government, and question them. Easy.”
  “Time is not on America’s side. It is not on President Trump’s side… this shit needs to move faster, Benny.” (48:43–50:49, Flynn)

• On Government Accountability:

  • Direct message to James Comey and Peter Strzok, urging honesty and confessions to “help save this country.” (50:59–51:58, Flynn)

• Notable Moment – On Accountability Jackets:

  • Benny brings levity by praising Flynn’s custom patriot jacket. Flynn explains it was a gift at a Las Vegas event, underlying camaraderie in the movement. (53:00–54:03, Benny & Flynn)

4. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier — DEI, Debanking, DOJ Collusion (56:51–73:51)

• Main Topic: Uthmeier unveils an investigation into JP Morgan Chase and the Biden DOJ for “de-banking” Trump Media Group:
  • Alleges sensitive banking info was passed to DOJ, company accounts closed just days before going public.

  “The Biden DOJ was working with JP Morgan Chase Banks… [they] debanked that company just before it went public… We believe it was coordinated.” (57:36, Uthmeier)

  • Uthmeier emphasizes that such debanking practices against political foes are illegal in Florida and under investigation.
• Wider Implication: Warns viewers that if this can happen to Trump, it can happen to any conservative or Christian.
• Civil Rights Violations: Argues behavior is reminiscent of Jim Crow-era business segregation, but now targeting conservatives.
• On NYC Race-Based Tax Proposal:
  • Decries New York’s openly racial tax proposals, calling them “extremely illegal” and “horrific.”

  “He cannot get that done. The courts would intervene. I think even liberal courts would have to intervene.” (69:16, Uthmeier)

• Florida as a Refuge:
  • Warns that Florida is “full,” urging migrants not to import blue-state policies.

5. Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins — Shutdown Impact on Veterans (76:02–89:38)

• Shutdown Fallout: Collins discusses real-world impact of the federal shutdown on VA operations:

  “This was stupid… you have members of Congress who are willingly saying that we’re using people as leverage… For veterans, it’s been, you know, effective. We’ve been able to keep our hospitals… open, but like vocational rehab, educational benefits… have been affected.” (76:02–77:06, Collins)

  • Over a million veterans losing access to SNAP benefits during the shutdown.
• Critique of Shutdown Motives:
  • Collins and Benny agree Democrats’ insistence on health care for “criminal aliens” caused disproportionate harm to US veterans.
  • Praises reopening progress, calls for prioritization of core services.
• On Divisiveness and Disrespect: Collins responds to NFL crowd booing the military oath ceremony, calling it “pure poor form,” and underlines the generational divide in values.

  “At the end of the day, these are people who are doing something probably some of those aren’t doing. And that’s raising their right hand… to protect the very freedom for you to act like an idiot…” (83:43, Collins)

• Closing Message to Congress:
  • “It’s time to get off and try to move forward. The American people can see through this… We need to get our country back in order.” (87:56, Collins)

6. Final Topics: Media Manipulation; Cultural Battle Lines; Trump’s $2,000 Dividend (89:46–102:00)

• Media Accountability:
  • Benny covers the firing of the BBC director general after it was revealed they edited a Trump January 6th speech to be misleading:

    “Please play it, a clip to make it look like President Trump was saying something he didn’t say… When in fact what he said… was we’re going to march peacefully and patriotically.” (91:05, Benny)

• Polymarket Odds:
  • Quick update on prediction markets—government shutdown strongly expected to end this week.
  • Trump’s proposal to pay every American $2,000 from tariff revenues is discussed, with skepticism from betting markets (~10% odds).
• Closing Tone:
  • Benny ends the show by calling listeners to “march into this day with confidence… continue the fight against the communists,” referencing Deuteronomy to “follow justice and justice alone.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Division and Patriotism:

  “There are people that hate you more than they love their country… They don’t share the same vision for the future.” (10:36, Benny Johnson)

• On Trust in Government:

  “The biggest glass ball that is very fragile is the glass ball of trust… If they drop that ball… we’re one presidency, maybe one election away [from losing the country].” (39:00–41:19, Gen. Flynn)

• On January 6th Conspiracies:

  “This is an easy one. Bring that person in… and question them. Easy.” (48:43, Gen. Flynn)

• On Corporate Collusion & Fairness:

  “Coordinated effort between prosecutors… and businesses… All of this goes back to some of our foundational civil rights concepts in this country.” (65:20–66:52, AG Uthmeier)

• On American Veterans:

  “These are people… willing to raise their right hand… to protect the freedom for you to act like an idiot.” (83:43, Doug Collins)

Timestamps for Major Segments

| Time | Topic/Segment | |------|--------------| | 04:00–12:30 | Trump at NFL game, flyover, crowd reactions; Cultural meaning | | 15:15–29:39 | The Blaze’s bombshell pipe bomber report; FBI’s statement; Benny sets stage for Flynn | | 29:39–54:37 | General Flynn full interview: Deep State, January 6th, FBI/DOJ critiques | | 56:51–73:51 | Interview: Florida AG Uthmeier on DOJ/JP Morgan “debanking” & new FL laws | | 76:02–89:38 | Interview: VA Secretary Doug Collins on shutdown’s impact on veterans | | 89:46–91:41 | BBC director's resignation over Trump speech editing | | 91:41–End | Market odds, Trump’s $2,000 proposal, closing remarks |

Episode Takeaways

• Persistent Deep State Allegations: The narrative of an entrenched anti-Trump “conspiracy” within federal law enforcement remains strong, with January 6th investigation transparency as a rallying cry.
• New Pipe Bomber Twist: The Blaze’s explosive report naming a possible suspect adds intensity and new urgency to MAGA-aligned calls for a new investigation and government accountability.
• Culture and Division: Trump’s appearance at the NFL and the mixed public reaction is used to frame the cultural divide and underscore the importance of “America First” unity.
• Populist Outrage at Corporate/Government Collusion: Features strong condemnation of “debanking,” linking financial and legal persecution to broader attacks on conservatives.
• Veterans as Victims of Policy: Shutdown’s impact on veterans is used as a case study in misplaced priorities and as a moral wedge issue.
• Overall Tone: Energetic, battle-ready, and brimming with calls to action for the America First base.

*For further engagement:

• Follow General Flynn and guests on X/Twitter for continuing developments
• Benny promotes upcoming Turning Point college events, with an upcoming appearance at the University of Florida

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