The 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson

In this episode of the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson, Ben examines claims from federal prosecutors that hundreds of non-citizens voted in Washington state elections and discuss what officials describe as only a fraction of a larger problem. They break down the Justice Department's investigation, the debate over access to voter registration data, and the broader political fight surrounding election security. The conversation also explores the Trump administration's move to suspend a visa-related travel authorization program for Chinese nationals, concerns about birth tourism, and allegations that foreign actors may be exploiting pathways to U.S. citizenship.
Federal investigators say they have identified more than 400 non-citizens who allegedly cast over 1,500 ballots in Washington state elections, raising new questions about election integrity, voter eligibility verification, and the scope of unlawful voting. At the same time, the Department of Homeland Security is moving to suspend a travel program that allowed certain Chinese nationals to visit the Northern Mariana Islands without a visa, citing concerns about birth tourism, national security, and potential abuse of U.S. immigration policies.
Topics Covered:
Federal investigation into alleged non-citizen voting in Washington state
Claims involving more than 1,500 ballots cast by over 400 identified individuals
Debate over voter registration databases and election integrity enforcement
The SAVE Act and the national discussion surrounding voter eligibility verification
DHS suspension of the Northern Mariana Islands travel authorization program
Birth tourism, immigration policy, and national security concerns involving China
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In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson break down Barack Obama’s campaign speech in Ohio, debate the legacy of the Obama-Iran nuclear deal, discuss the political impact of inflation and economic pressures on voters, and analyze critical Senate races in Michigan, Iowa, Kansas, Texas, and other battleground states. They also examine media coverage surrounding Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, discuss concerns about the Muslim Brotherhood, and preview the political arguments they believe Democrats will use heading into future election cycles.
Former President Barack Obama’s recent campaign speech becomes the focal point of a wide-ranging discussion about Iran, Democratic messaging, inflation, and several of the most closely watched Senate races in the country. Ted Cruz argues that Democrats are laying the groundwork for their 2028 political strategy while revisiting long-running debates over the Obama administration’s Iran nuclear agreement and the economic challenges facing American voters. In this episode, Cruz examines Obama’s remarks on national unity, political division, and Democratic candidates running in key battleground states. He also discusses how issues including inflation, energy prices, immigration, and national security are likely to shape upcoming midterm elections.
Topics Covered:
Barack Obama’s Ohio campaign speech and the return of “hope and change” messaging
The Obama-Iran nuclear deal and ongoing debates over Iran’s nuclear ambitions
Inflation, energy prices, and the economic issues shaping voter sentiment
Michigan’s Senate race, including the contest between Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed
Key battleground Senate races in Iowa, Kansas, Texas, and other states
Media coverage, national security concerns, and the future direction of the Democratic Party
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In this episode of the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson, Ben sits down with Dr. Oz to discuss healthcare reform efforts, fraud prevention initiatives, prescription drug pricing transparency, the role of pharmacy benefit managers, and how technology is changing the way patients access care and compare healthcare costs. They also examine the administration’s efforts to recover taxpayer dollars lost to fraud and increase accountability throughout the healthcare system.
Rural healthcare access, prescription drug costs, and Medicare fraud are at the center of a wide-ranging conversation with Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. As voters focus on healthcare affordability and access, Dr. Oz outlines the Trump administration’s efforts to expand care in rural communities, lower drug prices, and crack down on fraud across federal healthcare programs. In this episode, Dr. Oz discusses a new investment aimed at strengthening healthcare services across rural Texas, including funding for workforce development, facility upgrades, equipment modernization, mental health resources, and expanded telemedicine access. He argues that where someone lives should not determine the quality of healthcare they receive and highlights disparities in life expectancy between rural and urban areas.
Topics Covered:
Rural Texas Strong and new funding for rural healthcare providers
Telemedicine and expanding access to care in underserved communities
Medicare and Medicaid fraud investigations and enforcement efforts
Prescription drug pricing transparency and the TrumpRx initiative
Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) and their impact on drug costs
Healthcare price transparency for hospitals, insurers, and patients
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In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson break down the final days before Election Day, examine turnout data and campaign momentum in key battleground states, and discuss how competitive Senate and statewide races could shape the balance of power in Washington. Cruz offers firsthand observations from rallies and candidate events across the country, explains why he believes turnout is the defining variable in many contests, and makes the case for increased voter participation ahead of Election Day.
With Election Day just days away, Senator Ted Cruz argues that voter turnout will determine the outcome of several closely contested Senate and gubernatorial races across the country. Drawing on campaign stops in multiple battleground states, he describes growing concerns about early voting trends, the balance between Election Day and early turnout, and what he sees as the stakes for control of Congress. Cruz shares observations from the campaign trail in states including Texas, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Michigan, Iowa, Kansas, and Alaska. He discusses polling, voter enthusiasm, candidate recruitment, and the challenges facing Republican campaigns in races he characterizes as highly competitive and potentially decisive.
Topics Covered:
The state of Senate and gubernatorial battleground races heading into Election Day
Early voting trends and turnout differences between Republican and Democratic voters
Campaign stops and voter enthusiasm in Georgia, Texas, South Carolina, and North Carolina
The Michigan Senate race and its potential national implications
Competitive contests in Iowa, Kansas, and Alaska
Why Cruz argues Election Day turnout could determine control of Congress
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In this episode of the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson, Ben examines the allegations surrounding Alaska's Senate race, discuss media coverage from CNN, CBS News, and ABC News, review comments from Attorney General Todd Blanche and President Donald Trump, and argue that the reported effort to place a second candidate with the same name on the ballot reflects broader concerns about election integrity and political strategy. They also examine the response from Democratic candidate Mary Peltola and discuss the potential implications for the balance of power in the U.S. Senate.
A New York Times investigation into Alaska’s U.S. Senate race has ignited a fierce political controversy, raising questions about candidate recruitment, ballot confusion, and election integrity in one of the country’s most consequential races. With control of the Senate at stake, allegations that Democratic operatives helped recruit a second candidate named Dan Sullivan have become a major flashpoint in the closing days before Election Day.The dispute centers on claims that a second Dan Sullivan was encouraged to enter the race against incumbent Republican Senator Dan Sullivan, potentially creating confusion among voters. The controversy intensified following reporting by the New York Times, reactions from the Department of Justice, and growing debate over whether such political tactics undermine voter confidence in elections.
Topics Covered:
Allegations that Democratic operatives recruited a second Dan Sullivan to run in Alaska's Senate race.
The New York Times investigation and its reported findings.
Comments from Attorney General Todd Blanche regarding federal election law and the Alaska dispute.
Responses from Mary Peltola, President Donald Trump, and other political figures.
Media coverage and debate over whether recruiting spoiler candidates is legal or ethical.
The potential impact of the Alaska race on control of the U.S. Senate
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