The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2335 - The Dumbest Assumption In All Of Politics
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Dec 16, 2025 The aftermath of an anti-Jewish massacre at Bondi Beach prompts a deep dive into a critical political assumption. The DOJ interrupts a significant New Year’s Eve terror plot involving radical groups. Ben critiques the response to violent incidents, arguing against a one-size-fits-all solution. He also addresses President Trump's controversial remarks about Rob Reiner's murder. Additionally, he discusses U.S. security policies towards Ukraine, China's tightening grip on Hong Kong, and the surprising rightward shift in Chile's politics.
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Ideology, Not Tools, Drives Targeted Terror
- Shapiro contrasts ideology-driven terrorism with generic accounts that blame tools like guns instead of motives.
- He says focusing on ideology enables targeted measures against radical movements rather than blunt weapon bans.
Target Ideologies With Focused Policies
- Do address specific ideological threats like radical Islamist networks with targeted policies: immigration checks, surveillance, and deportations.
- Avoid reflexive gun-only solutions when motive and network intelligence would better prevent attacks.
Bondi Shooter Had Prior ISIS Investigation
- Shapiro recounts that one Bondi Beach shooter was previously investigated by Australia's ASIO and linked to ISIS sympathies.
- The younger shooter was under investigation for months before being deemed no ongoing threat.
