‘The View’ Throws A Baby Under The Bus

This episode of The Ben Shapiro Show examines the political fallout surrounding President Biden's struggling presidency and the media response to mounting pressure for him to withdraw from the 2024 race. The opening segment discusses how mainstream media figures, including those on MSNBC's Morning Joe, have begun rushing to Biden's defense despite obvious concerns about his cognitive fitness. Shapiro criticizes the media's inconsistent standards, noting their aggressive coverage of Republican candidates compared to their defensive posturing around Biden.

A significant portion of the episode focuses on a controversial moment from The View where hosts discussed Hunter Biden's paternity case. Shapiro argues that the hosts essentially threw Hunter's child under the bus by deflecting from broader questions about Biden family conduct and corruption allegations. This connects to another major story: a whistleblower who alleged Chinese corruption involving the Biden family has been hit with criminal charges for arms trafficking, a development Shapiro views as potentially retaliatory.

The episode also covers Biden's arrival at a NATO summit where he appeared confused, raising fresh concerns about his mental acuity during an international crisis. Despite these concerns, the administration continues with its agenda. The discussion notes that Turkey agreed to support Sweden's NATO membership, resolving a previous obstacle to Nordic expansion of the alliance.

Shapiro addresses economic policy through the lens of White House economic advisor Jared Bernstein's discussion of Bidenomics, while also noting the Federal Reserve's decision to boost reserve requirements. The episode examines how these policies may affect inflation and economic growth.

The show also covers 2024 election developments, including Trump's decision to skip the first Republican primary debate and his criticism of Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds. Additionally, the episode discusses California's reparations plan, which would end child support debt for Black residents, raising questions about the policy's implications and implementation.

Throughout the episode, Shapiro maintains his characteristic critical stance toward what he views as media bias and inconsistent application of journalistic standards. He emphasizes the contrast between aggressive scrutiny applied to Republicans versus the protective media environment he argues surrounds Biden and his family. The episode concludes with Shapiro's regular segments on things he likes and dislikes, including criticism of UFC president Dana White's treatment of a reporter and commentary on cultural issues.