The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2290 - GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN: VP JD Vance Stops By To Discuss
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Oct 1, 2025 
J.D. Vance, currently serving as Vice President, dives into the intricacies of the recent government shutdown, revealing shifting Democratic demands and their implications. He discusses how the administration plans to handle furloughs while maintaining essential services and critiques Schumer's political motives behind the shutdown. The conversation also touches on Hillary Clinton's controversial remarks about white Christian men, showcasing the divisive rhetoric in today's politics. Vance's insights bring clarity to complex issues and the state of negotiations in Washington.
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Recalibrating Military Culture
- Pete Hegseth and Donald Trump framed a push to remove "wokeness" from the military and restore combat focus.
- They argue high physical and professional standards improve recruitment and readiness.
Personnel Is Policy
- Hegseth declared returning combat roles to the "highest male standard" for life-or-death jobs.
- The administration says personnel choices shape policy and combat effectiveness.
Strength As Deterrence
- Trump framed military rebuild as reawakening a "warrior spirit" and refusing political correctness.
- The aim is deterrence: be so strong that no adversary challenges the U.S.