Verdict with Ted Cruz BONUS POD: Democrats Hold the Government Hostage
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Oct 2, 2025 The discussion kicks off with blame laid squarely on Democrats for the government shutdown, particularly targeting Chuck Schumer. Mainstream media's role in framing the narrative is critiqued, highlighting emotional portrayals of the impact on federal workers. Contrasts are drawn between Democratic lawmakers’ refusal to forfeit pay versus the struggles of ordinary staff. The demand for funding healthcare for undocumented immigrants stirs heated debate, while polls reveal widespread public disapproval of the shutdown. Republican strategies for a ‘clean’ resolution are also emphasized.
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Shutdown As Spending Opportunity
- Ben Ferguson argues the partial shutdown creates an opportunity to cut wasteful federal spending.
- He says the executive branch gains discretion during a shutdown to make lasting changes Republicans favor.
Democrats Blamed For Standoff
- Ferguson insists Democrats rejected a clean continuing resolution and demanded funding for health care for undocumented immigrants.
- He frames Senate Democrats and Chuck Schumer as pushing a "dirty CR" with $1.5 trillion in new spending.
Blame Battle Over Responsibility
- The episode highlights a blame battle: Democrats call it Trump's fault while some Democrats reportedly admit they're causing the shutdown.
- Ferguson points to conflicting Democratic statements as evidence of deliberate politics.