The Ben Shapiro Show Dan Bongino | The Ben Shapiro Show Sunday Special Ep. 98
Sep 13, 2020
Dan Bongino, a former Secret Service agent and conservative commentator, dives into his new book, "Follow the Money," revealing the deep state connections against Trump before he took office. He discusses the Spygate scandal and its implications for law enforcement and American politics. Bongino shares his transformation from Cruz supporter to Trump advocate while analyzing voter trends and the motivations of first-time black voters. He also critiques media biases and the evolving landscape of conservative media in a polarized environment.
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Bongino's Shift to Trump
- Dan Bongino initially supported Ted Cruz but changed his mind after a conversation.
- A woman told him Trump would be transactional but understood conservative goals.
Spygate Explained
- Spygate, as Dan Bongino describes, involved spying on Trump's campaign without legal basis.
- Insiders fabricated stories to get FISA warrants, driven by political motivations.
Dossier Discredited, FISA Renewed
- The FBI knew early on that the Steele Dossier was fabricated, with the primary source, Danchenko, denying the claims.
- Despite this, they renewed the FISA warrant three times, highlighting their political motivation.
