The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2390 - Is MAGA BROKEN?! Trump Staffer RESIGNS in Protest!
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Mar 18, 2026 Discussion of a high-profile resignation and whether the movement is fractured. Analysis of three possible endgames for Iran and tactical impacts on infrastructure. Examination of Cuba’s mounting crisis and how outside pressure could force change. Conversation about polling, media narratives, and political maneuvering around homeland security funding.
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MAGA Is Not Broken Over Joe Kent
- Ben Shapiro argues Joe Kent's resignation is media-driven myth making to suggest MAGA is fractured.
- He cites an Economist YouGov poll showing 87% of MAGA supporters approve of Trump's Iran handling to argue the coalition remains intact.
Joe Kent's Background And Resignation Claims
- Ben recounts Joe Kent's history: failed congressional run, ties to extremist figures, and prior heterodox foreign-policy views.
- He details Kent's resignation letter blaming Israel and saying Iran posed no imminent threat, calling it "nutty."
Kent Was Kept Out Of Iran Briefings
- Ben reports Kent was sidelined: reportedly a known leaker kept out of intelligence briefings and Iran planning.
- White House confirmed Kent had no role in Iran war considerations before or during the operation.