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EPISODE · Nov 14, 2025 · 31 MIN

Government Shutdown Fallout Reveals SNAP Welfare Fraud & Dem Party Infighting

from The Ben Ferguson Podcast · host iHeartPodcasts

SNAP (Food Stamp) Fraud Allegations the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is rife with fraud and abuse. Statistics cited: 186,000 deceased individuals allegedly receiving benefits. 500,000 people receiving duplicate payments. Estimated fraud cost: $12 billion. Mentions criminal cases involving EBT card trafficking and bribery schemes. Suggests Democrats expanded SNAP under Biden by 40% for political gain. Political Framing Democrats use welfare programs to “buy votes” and create dependency. Contrasts this with Trump-era policies promoting jobs and economic empowerment. Frames SNAP reform as a moral and fiscal necessity. California CDL Scandal Reports that California DMV allegedly issued 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) illegally to foreign or undocumented drivers. Suggests this endangered public safety and displaced American workers. Criticizes Governor Gavin Newsom and California officials for downplaying the issue. Links the scandal to broader claims of Democratic prioritization of illegal immigrants over citizens. Democratic Party Civil War An internal conflict is growing following the government shutdown. Progressive leaders (e.g., AOC) allegedly challenging Chuck Schumer’s leadership. The party is divided between moderates and radical leftists (socialists, Marxists). Leadership changes and primary challenges. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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SNAP (Food Stamp) Fraud Allegations the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is rife with fraud and abuse. Statistics cited: 186,000 deceased individuals allegedly receiving benefits. 500,000 people receiving duplicate payments....

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