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Ben Shapiro Faces Backlash Over Trump Support Wobble

5/15/2025

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Ben Shapiro, a prominent conservative voice, is under fire for his wavering support of Trump, particularly regarding contentious policies like a hefty 30% tariff and the acceptance of a luxurious $400 million jet from Qatar. This has sparked outrage even among MAGA supporters, revealing deep fractures within right-wing media as they grapple with defending Trump's declining popularity.

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Ben Shapiro, a prominent conservative voice, is under fire for his wavering support of Trump, particularly regarding contentious policies like a hefty 30% tariff and the acceptance of a luxurious $400 million jet from Qatar. This has sparked outrage even among MAGA supporters, revealing deep fractures within right-wing media as they grapple with defending Trump's declining popularity.