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Published Mar 3, 2017

Ep. 263 - Can Oprah Be President?

Ben Shapiro delves into the complexities of media bias, Oprah Winfrey’s potential presidential run and its implications for the Democratic Party, the ethical use of personal stories in political discourse, and scrutinizes the fallout from Jeff Sessions' meetings with the Russian ambassador, painting a picture of modern political dynamics.
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  • Sessions' Testimonies

    Jeff Sessions' testimonies regarding his meetings with the Russian ambassador have sparked controversy. explains that Sessions initially testified he hadn't met with the Russians in his capacity as a Trump campaign surrogate, but later revelations showed he met with them twice. This ambiguity has led to accusations of dishonesty, although no evidence suggests any wrongdoing occurred during these meetings 1. Shapiro highlights the confusion surrounding Sessions' statements:

    Is that a denial of any contact, or is it a denial of contact as a surrogate? Not really clear.

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    The situation has put Sessions under heavy scrutiny, with debates over whether his actions were appropriate or misleading.

       

    Recusal Debate

    The debate over whether Jeff Sessions should recuse himself from investigations has intensified. argues that calls for recusal are exaggerated, noting that Sessions met with the Russian ambassador in an official capacity as a Senate Armed Services Committee member 2. Shapiro questions the logic of recusal demands:

    If you're accusing yourself over, I once met the Russian ambassador at my office, then what won't you recuse yourself over?

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    He suggests that the pressure on Sessions is more about political maneuvering than genuine concern over his ability to conduct investigations impartially.

       

    Investigation Impact

    The broader impact of the Russian meeting controversies on the Trump administration is significant. believes the situation is overblown, despite suspicions about Trump's relations with Russia 3. He emphasizes that the deputy attorney general, appointed in coordination with Trump, would likely handle the investigation similarly to Sessions. Shapiro remarks on the lack of substantial evidence:

    This is a nothing burger of a story.

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    The ongoing debates and accusations, according to Shapiro, are more about political theatrics than uncovering any real misconduct.

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