The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 873 - Ride of The Volker-ies
Oct 4, 2019
Recent developments surrounding Trump envoy Kurt Volker spark discussions on U.S.-Ukraine relations and ethical concerns over political favors. Trump's call for investigations into Joe Biden and foreign interference raises eyebrows, especially amid impeachment inquiries. The podcast digs into the implications of key communications and investigations during the Trump administration, highlighting political motivations and the need for transparency. A blend of political analysis with personal anecdotes keeps the conversation lively and engaging.
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Aid Conditions
- Conditioning aid on fighting corruption is legal and aligns with previous administrations' actions.
- However, conditioning aid on investigating political opponents is a quid pro quo and potentially criminal.
Trump's China Request
- Ben Shapiro analyzes Trump's request for China to investigate the Bidens.
- He asserts it's likely just Trump "mouthing off," not a criminal quid pro quo.
Foreign Interference
- The Trump administration argues their focus was on investigating foreign interference, not targeting Biden.
- This aligns with previous Democratic efforts to ensure Ukrainian cooperation in investigations.
