The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 867 - Impeachment Is On The Table
Sep 24, 2019
The podcast dives into the heated discussions surrounding impeachment, particularly focusing on Trump's controversial Ukraine call. It unpacks the implications of withholding military aid and the political fallout from alleged quid pro quo actions. There's a critical look at how both Democrats and Republicans approach accountability and transparency. Additionally, the podcast addresses youth activism and the challenges of making impactful change in a polarized political landscape, while also reflecting on relationship norms in modern society.
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Trump's Actions vs. Past Politicians
- Trump's request for Ukraine to investigate Biden is similar to past politicians' actions, differing in degree, not kind.
- This is problematic but potentially not criminal unless tied to taxpayer dollars.
Suspicious Timing, Weak Quid Pro Quo
- Trump's withholding of aid coincided with his request to investigate Biden, raising suspicion.
- However, Ukraine didn't investigate, and Trump released the aid, weakening the quid pro quo argument.
Conflicting Reports on Aid Freeze
- The Washington Post reports Trump ordered an aid freeze before the call, raising further suspicion.
- However, a key source claims it wasn't a quid pro quo, and Zelensky denied agreeing to investigate.