The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 865 - Release The Secret Weapon!
Sep 20, 2019
Political tensions simmer as Democrats rally around a whistleblower claim against Trump. The legality of foreign opposition research raises eyebrows, and potential double standards are highlighted. Biden's Ukraine connections come under scrutiny, with ethical questions swirling around his actions and those of Giuliani. Elizabeth Warren gains momentum as a contender, facing critiques of her Medicare for All plan. The impact of social media and accountability standards in politics are also explored, offering a layered look at the political landscape.
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Giuliani's Investigation in Ukraine
- Trump and his campaign, particularly Rudy Giuliani, have been urging Ukraine to investigate the Bidens.
- This act of seeking information is not inherently criminal.
Legality of Information Gathering
- If Joe Biden used American loan guarantees to protect his son from prosecution, that is impeachable.
- Soliciting information from foreigners, however, isn't a campaign finance violation or a crime.
Ukrainian Involvement in 2016 Election
- In 2016, Ukrainian officials worked with the DNC to find damaging information on Trump and Paul Manafort.
- This was reported by Politico but did not result in criminal charges, similar to Giuliani's actions.