The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 772 - Wrecking Barr
May 2, 2019
Tensions rise as Democrats scrutinize Attorney General Bill Barr's actions regarding the Mueller report. Ilhan Omar attributes Venezuela's turmoil to U.S. interference, sparking debate on foreign policy. The host cleverly intertwines political accountability with humor, using anecdotes about an imaginary 'Chicken Bar' restaurant. The conversation also touches on character development in superhero films, critiquing recent cinematic choices and their impact on storytelling. Yom HaShoah is honored through the poignant stories of a Holocaust survivor.
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Barr's Refusal to Testify
- Democrats are angry at AG Barr for not testifying before a House panel and for not complying with a subpoena for the full Mueller report.
- Barr argues that it's not the DOJ's job to be investigators for Congress and that grand jury testimony should not be readily available.
Chicken Barr
- Steve Cohen brought fried chicken and a ceramic chicken to a hearing, mocking Barr as being "chicken".
- Ben Shapiro satirizes this as unserious and suggests opening a restaurant called "Chicken Barr."
Comey's Criticism of Barr
- James Comey criticizes Barr for using terms like "no collusion" and "FBI spying."
- Shapiro argues that these terms are accurate given the Mueller report's findings and the surveillance that occurred.