The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1632 - Trump Releases A MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT
Dec 16, 2022
President Trump announces a quirky digital trading card venture, stirring debates on whether it's a savvy move or just a gimmick. Elon Musk's doxing controversy raises questions about privacy and media hypocrisy, as journalists grapple with their own double standards. Meanwhile, a surge in migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border spotlights the humanitarian crisis, contrasting with ongoing conflicts abroad. The podcast dives into the political ramifications of these issues, questioning the effectiveness of candidates in today's volatile landscape.
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Trump's Major Announcement
- Trump's "major announcement" was a digital trading card collection featuring himself as a superhero.
- Critics, including Steve Bannon and the Hodge twins, found this move to be damaging to his campaign.
Critique of NFTs
- NFTs are digital trading cards granting ownership of a copy, not the original, of a digital asset.
- Ben Shapiro criticizes Trump's NFT announcement as a money grab, questioning its value and political relevance.
Trump's Unseriousness
- Trump's unseriousness since leaving office is damaging his campaign.
- His focus should be on policy to defeat the left, rather than actions like the NFT launch.