The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1556 - The DOJ And FBI Are Endangering The Country
Aug 16, 2022
The podcast dives into the FBI's controversial search of Mar-a-Lago and Rudy Giuliani's legal troubles in Georgia. It questions the politicization of justice institutions and the implications of Trump's handling of classified documents compared to Hillary Clinton. The discussion highlights the rising tensions surrounding government accountability and public trust in the FBI. Additionally, it critiques the Inflation Reduction Act's effectiveness and explores the Biden administration's complex foreign policy dealings with Iran amid ongoing pressures.
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Weaponization of FBI and DOJ
- The FBI's search of Mar-a-Lago raises concerns about the weaponization of law enforcement.
- Searching a former president's residence requires a clear and convincing case, not a fishing expedition.
Institutional Trust
- Raiding a former president's home requires high institutional trust in the FBI and DOJ.
- Currently, trust in these institutions is low, making the search appear politically motivated.
Classified Documents and Presidential Power
- The search warrant cites the Espionage Act, raising questions about classified documents.
- A president has the power to declassify documents, potentially rendering the Espionage Act irrelevant.