Ben Shapiro testifies on Capitol Hill regarding Biden's dwindling support within the Democratic Party. The podcast also covers Trump's lead in national polls and allegations of advertising blacklisting on conservative outlets. Additionally, it discusses GARM's lack of transparency and Democrats' responses during a hearing involving conservative media ideas.
Conservative media face blacklisting concerns; Ben Shapiro testifies on lack of advertiser transparency.
Deep dives
Internal Battle Within Democratic Party Over President Biden's Candidacy
President Biden is facing internal challenges within his own party regarding his candidacy for the upcoming election. Influential figures like Nancy Pelosi have praised his speeches but stopped short of offering a full endorsement, indicating uncertainty about his candidacy. Democratic lawmakers are also sending mixed signals, urging Biden to make his own decision on running. The Biden campaign's strategy involves intimidating lawmakers into silence rather than showcasing his ability to lead, presenting a high-risk yet successful approach so far.
Celebrity Criticism and Favorable Polls for Trump
Prominent Democrat supporter George Clooney expressed doubts about President Biden, advocating for a new nominee in an op-ed. This stance, unexpected from a staunch Democratic fundraiser, signals potential fractures within the party. Concurrently, favorable polls for Trump indicate a shift in voter sentiment, with Trump leading in national polls for the first time in over two decades. Changes in battleground state forecasts further bolster Trump's prospects.
Advertising Blacklisting of Conservative Outlets and Legal Battles Over Ballot Drop Boxes
Conservative outlets like Daily Wire faced allegations of being blacklisted by major advertising groups, leading to concerns about violating antitrust laws. Ben Shapiro testified on the matter, highlighting the lack of transparency and potential collusion among advertisers against conservative media. In another realm, legal battles over ballot drop boxes in states like Wisconsin underscore the ongoing debate between Democrats aiming for expanded voting access and Republicans pushing for security measures in elections.
Support for Biden’s presidential campaign continues to waver, Daily Wire Editor Emeritus Ben Shapiro testifies on Capitol Hill, and the critical battleground state of Wisconsin re-institutes drop boxes. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.