The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2305 - “Rabbis For Mamdani” And Other Idiotic Ideas
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Oct 28, 2025 
Mike Johnson, the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, shares insights on the looming government shutdown and the political strategies at play. He discusses how Democrats are leveraging the situation for political gain while Republicans aim to minimize harm. Johnson elaborates on potential consequences if the shutdown persists, including disruptions to troop pay and SNAP benefits. The conversation also touches on AOC's political tactics and the implications of recent electoral dynamics in New York.
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Cuomo Narrows Lead As Mamdani Falters
- Ben Shapiro highlights Andrew Cuomo closing the gap on Zoran Mamdani amid Mamdani's weak final-week messaging.
- Shapiro argues Mamdani's Islamophobia charge and emotional theatrics signal entitlement, not policy substance.
Emotional Stories Don’t Substitute For Credibility
- Shapiro criticizes Mamdani's claim about a hijab-wearing aunt and portrays it as manufactured emotional theater.
- He uses that episode to question Mamdani's honesty and campaign authenticity.
Mamdani’s Rhetoric Links Anti‑Israel And Anti‑Capitalism
- Shapiro plays Mamdani's 2023 clip linking NYPD actions to the IDF as evidence of anti‑Israel and anti‑capitalist rhetoric.
- He frames this as consistent with Mamdani's radical alliances and problematic worldview.
