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Published Mar 22, 2018

Facebook On The Hot Seat | Ep. 501

Ben Shapiro dives into Facebook's data privacy scandals, scrutinizes the Republican-led omnibus spending bill, and explores the escalating tensions between Donald Trump and Joe Biden, while also addressing the controversies surrounding Trump's interactions with Vladimir Putin and Stormy Daniels.
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  • Biden vs. Trump

    The ongoing feud between Joe Biden and Donald Trump has taken a theatrical turn, with both leaders engaging in a public spat reminiscent of a high school brawl. highlights Biden's attempt to match Trump's aggressive rhetoric, noting Biden's bizarre comment about beating Trump in a high school fight. This exchange underscores the unusual nature of their rivalry, as Biden and Trump mirror each other's combative styles 1. Shapiro humorously imagines the spectacle of a physical showdown between the two, complete with Biden lifting weights and Trump in a WWE-style brawl 2.

    Crazy Joe Biden is trying to act like a tough guy, actually. He is weak, both mentally and physically, and yet he threatens me for the second time with physical assault.

    --- Donald Trump

    The spectacle of their exchanges reflects the broader vulgarity in American political culture, according to Shapiro.

       

    Putin Call Controversy

    The controversy surrounding Donald Trump's congratulatory call to Vladimir Putin has sparked significant political backlash. criticizes Trump's decision to praise Putin's electoral victory, highlighting the criticism from figures like Ben Sasse, who condemned the move as strengthening a tyrant 3. Shapiro points out the irony in Trump's defense, where he compares his actions to those of Barack Obama, yet fails to recognize the complexities of international relations 4.

    Vladimir Putin is not a friend. Vladimir Putin is a despot. The president of the United States was wrong to congratulate him.

    --- Ben Sasse

    Shapiro argues that Trump's approach, rooted in personal relationships, overlooks the strategic nuances necessary for effective diplomacy.

       

    Stormy Scandal

    The Stormy Daniels scandal continues to cast a shadow over Donald Trump's presidency, with media coverage intensifying as Stormy Daniels prepares for a 60 Minutes interview. discusses the credibility of Daniels' claims, noting the public's skepticism towards Trump's denials despite the $130,000 payment to Daniels 5. Shapiro highlights the media frenzy surrounding the scandal, emphasizing its potential to further damage Trump's reputation 6.

    Of course he had an affair with her. Of course. Okay. Like, I'm so tired of people futzing around this issue.

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    The unfolding drama underscores the ongoing challenges Trump faces in managing both public perception and legal implications.

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