The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2377 - Yes, We’re Making a Movie With JONATHAN MAJORS
Feb 27, 2026
Harmeet Dhillon, attorney and former DOJ civil rights official, discusses the DOJ’s civil rights complaint against UCLA and enforcement under Title VII. Short takes cover how the investigation unfolded and related government fraud enforcement efforts. The conversation highlights legal strategy, institutional responsibility, and recent enforcement priorities.
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Daily Wire Reclaims Cancelled Star Jonathan Majors
- The Daily Wire is purposefully producing a film with Jonathan Majors to challenge Hollywood's cancellations and broaden cultural influence.
- Ben Shapiro frames Majors' return after a trial as both talent reclamation and a political-cultural push by Daily Wire to place non-left actors in major roles.
Cultural Battles Drive Outrage Over Media Moves
- Ben explains the left's anger at non-left ownership or involvement in cultural industries, not merely specific personalities.
- He ties backlash to broader fights over cultural dominance and cites recent media acquisition disputes as examples.
Newsom's Genocide Claim Lacks Historical Precision
- Ben critiques Gavin Newsom's claim that California was 'born of genocide' as historically inaccurate and rhetorically performative.
- He emphasizes disease-driven population decline among Native Americans and argues Newsom misunderstands or misuses 'genocide.'