The Glenn Beck Program Ep 245 | Should the US Own Gaza? Ben Shapiro Explains Trump’s REAL Agenda | The Glenn Beck Podcast
Feb 15, 2025
Ben Shapiro, a prominent conservative commentator and co-founder of The Daily Wire, dives into Donald Trump's unconventional approach to the Israel-Palestine conflict. He challenges whether the U.S. should 'own' Gaza, arguing that Trump’s bold warnings to Hamas reflect a deeper understanding of Middle Eastern politics. Shapiro and Glenn explore the rapid actions of the current administration, the geopolitical complexities of hostage negotiations, and the impact of tariffs on trade. They close by discussing the shifting landscape of media credibility and the implications for the upcoming 2024 elections.
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Judiciary's Expanded Power
- The judiciary's power, especially regarding nationwide injunctions, has expanded significantly since the 1960s.
- This has created a perceived constitutional crisis, not Trump's actions.
Gaza Real Estate Deal
- Trump's Gaza proposal could be a real estate deal involving 99-year ground leases.
- The IDF would handle security, not US troops.
Negotiation Tactics
- Negotiate like Trump by projecting unpredictability and a willingness to take risks.
- This makes others take you seriously, as seen in his interactions with President Xi.