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The Ben Shapiro Show

Ep. 1950 - Will America’s Cowardly Streak Continue?

Apr 18, 2024
47:22
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Topics include foreign aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, Speaker of the House dealing with radical Republicans, and anti-Semitism at Columbia University. Debates on funding, national security legislation, progressive anti-Semitism, and public confrontations are covered.
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Quick takeaways

  • Navigating a slim majority as Speaker of the House requires strategic deal-making amidst potential challenges from radical caucus members.
  • Foreign aid plays a crucial role in maintaining global stability and strategic alliances, countering arguments that all aid is wasteful.

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Challenges of Being Speaker of the House with a Slim Majority

Holding the position of Speaker of the House with a narrow majority poses significant challenges, requiring deal-making due to the potential threat from any Republican caucus member challenging the speaker's role. Speaker Mike Johnson's bills related to foreign aid have stirred controversy within the Republican caucus, highlighting the delicate balance necessary to navigate such a slim majority.

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