The Ben Shapiro Show – Ep. 1769 – Trump Targeted By DOJ Over January 6

Intro

In this episode of “The Ben Shapiro Show,” Ben discusses the recent developments surrounding Donald Trump and the January 6th probe, as well as other political topics and controversies.

Main Takeaways

Trump Targeted by DOJ

• Donald Trump receives a target letter from the DOJ over January 6th.
• Trump may soon face indictment for the January 6th probe.
• Three statutes may be applied to Trump and his allies, including wire or mail fraud.
• Possible charges include mail or wire fraud and obstruction of justice.
• Trump raised money but put it in his own pocket instead of using it for legal cases.
• DOJ is bringing multiple cases against Trump while burying Hunter Biden case.
• Some theories suggest political motivations for the charges against Trump.
• The recent federal case against Trump is not the end of his legal troubles, as he still faces state-level charges that cannot be pardoned by a president.
• The prosecutors want to get Trump in court before the election, but it remains to be seen what new evidence they have found.
• Trump’s lack of common sense with classified documents may make him vulnerable to charges, but the political nature of the cases cannot be ignored.

Michigan Electors and Charges

• Charges brought against 16 people in Michigan for calling themselves alternative electors in 2020.
• Michigan electors took actions to change the electoral votes in favor of their chosen candidate.
• Charges against these individuals may raise First Amendment considerations.

DeSantis vs. Tapper

• Ron DeSantis takes on Jake Tapper.
• Other Republican candidates believe the prosecution of January 6th is politically motivated and unfair.
• Brian Kemp believes there needs to be strong evidence if going after a former president.
• Indictments related to January 6th are a distraction from beating Joe Biden.
• Nikki Haley believes that the constant focus on Trump’s legal battles is a distraction from important issues.
• Republicans need to focus on issues such as China, Iran, North Korea, debt, transparency in schools, crime, and border security.

2024 Election and Polls

• Donald Trump cannot break 45% in polls, which is not a winning number.
• Low democratic voter turnout is the only hope for Trump, but it’s unlikely.
• Joe Biden has some wiggle room in polls, but who are the voters not coming home to Trump?
• Ron DeSantis’ polls have a big fluctuation, but he hasn’t caught fire yet.
• DeSantis or another candidate might catch fire by going into hostile territory and knocking some heads together.

DeSantis’ Stances and Potential

• DeSantis handled Jake’s cleverly-worded questions well, even though he is a political liberal.
• DeSantis won by 20 percentage points with the support of suburban moms, parents’ rights, and school choice.
• DeSantis is pro-life and will support pro-life policies, but doesn’t see a national six-week abortion ban happening.
• DeSantis takes conservative positions on Ukraine without causing controversy.
• DeSantis aims for a sustainable and enduring peace in Europe without rewarding aggression.
• DeSantis wants Europeans to be dependent on the US for energy and exports, not Putin.
• DeSantis plans to turn the screws on the Iranians to reduce Putin’s influence.
• DeSantis takes a conservative stance on trans issues, focusing on mission first in the military.
• DeSantis is a solid candidate for president, and Republican voters need to decide whether they want to be entertained or win.

Summary

Trump Targeted by DOJ

The Department of Justice has sent a target letter to Donald Trump regarding his involvement in the events of January 6th. Charges such as mail or wire fraud and obstruction of justice may be applied to Trump and his allies. Some theories suggest political motivations behind these charges, but the prosecutors claim to be restoring the rule of law. However, Trump still faces state-level charges that cannot be pardoned by a president.

Michigan Electors and Charges

In Michigan, charges have been brought against 16 individuals who falsely portrayed themselves as alternative electors in an effort to overturn Trump’s defeat in the 2020 election. These charges may raise First Amendment considerations, as the individuals took actions to change the electoral votes in favor of their chosen candidate.

DeSantis vs. Tapper

Ron DeSantis engaged in a heated exchange with Jake Tapper, with other Republican candidates also criticizing the prosecution of January 6th as politically motivated. Some believe there needs to be strong evidence before going after a former president, and indictments related to January 6th are seen as a distraction from defeating Joe Biden. Nikki Haley argues that the focus on Trump’s legal battles distracts from important issues such as China, Iran, North Korea, debt, transparency in schools, crime, and border security.

2024 Election and Polls

Donald Trump’s poll numbers remain below 45%, which is not a winning number. While low democratic voter turnout could benefit Trump, it is unlikely. Joe Biden has some flexibility in polls, but there are voters who are not coming back to Trump. Ron DeSantis’ polls fluctuate, but he has yet to gain significant momentum. DeSantis or another candidate could potentially gain traction by engaging in hostile territory and addressing key issues.

DeSantis’ Stances and Potential

Ron DeSantis skillfully handled Jake Tapper’s questions, showcasing his ability to navigate liberal-leaning interviews. He secured a significant victory with the support of suburban moms, parents’ rights, and school choice. DeSantis holds pro-life positions but does not foresee a national six-week abortion ban. He takes conservative stances on Ukraine without causing controversy and aims for a sustainable peace in Europe without rewarding aggression. DeSantis plans to reduce Putin’s influence by increasing European dependence on the US for energy and exports. His strong stance on trans issues prioritizes mission first in the military. DeSantis is seen as a solid candidate for president, and Republican voters must decide whether they prioritize entertainment or victory.

Conclusion

As the DOJ targets Donald Trump over the events of January 6th, questions arise about the political motivations behind the charges. Meanwhile, charges against Michigan electors raise First Amendment considerations. Ron DeSantis engages in a fiery exchange with Jake Tapper, highlighting the ongoing debate surrounding the prosecution of January 6th. The 2024 election looms, with Trump’s poll numbers remaining stagnant and DeSantis yet to gain significant momentum. DeSantis’ stances on various issues position him as a strong candidate, but Republican voters must decide between entertainment and victory. Overall, these developments and controversies underscore the political landscape leading up to the next presidential election.