Chaffetz predicts Democrats will become ‘unglued’ once this is turned over to AGs

Fox Business
18 Feb 202503:52

Summary

TLDRIn this discussion, Jason Chaffetz provides critical insights into the state of New York City and national politics. He expresses concerns about progressive policies worsening crime rates and economic conditions, leading to the exodus of businesses and wealthy individuals. He also highlights the possibility of a Republican mayor emerging in the future, drawing parallels to Rudy Giuliani's success in the past. Additionally, Chaffetz comments on the ongoing investigations into government waste and fraud, particularly regarding Elon Musk's oversight role and the resignation of a key official in the Social Security Administration.

Takeaways

  • 😀 The city’s recovery in the short term is unlikely, with further progressive policies making things worse.
  • 😀 Crime rates are expected to rise, and the economy will suffer due to policies in place.
  • 😀 Wealthy individuals and big businesses that create jobs are already fleeing the city.
  • 😀 Donald Trump contributed to the city’s development, solving problems like the ice rink in record time.
  • 😀 Seeing the city's decline is personal for Trump, as it is his home and where he grew up.
  • 😀 There is a potential for a Republican mayor in New York City, but it is not yet likely.
  • 😀 New York City is on the verge of collapse, with issues like illegal immigration overwhelming the system.
  • 😀 A collapse in the city could lead to the election of a more reasonable leader, akin to Rudy Giuliani’s leadership.
  • 😀 There is concern over Elon Musk's potential access to critical IRS systems, Social Security records, and Treasury payments.
  • 😀 Democrats seem to be opposed to Musk's oversight, raising suspicions of what they may be trying to cover up.
  • 😀 There are ongoing audits uncovering billions in unresolved financial issues, with a push for drastic measures under Donald Trump’s approach.

Q & A

  • What are Jason Chaffetz's views on the future of New York City?

    -Jason Chaffetz believes that New York City's recovery will be slow in the short term due to progressive policies that could worsen the situation. He predicts an increase in crime, a suffering economy, and a flight of big businesses and wealthy individuals creating jobs.

  • How does Jason Chaffetz view Donald Trump's role in New York City's development?

    -Chaffetz states that Donald Trump played a crucial role in building and solving problems in the city, citing his success in quickly getting projects like the ice rink done. Chaffetz believes Trump’s contributions to the city's growth are being overlooked by those who blame him for its current challenges.

  • Is there a possibility of New York City electing a Republican mayor in the future?

    -Chaffetz suggests that while it may seem unlikely at the moment, things could eventually bottom out in the city, potentially leading to the election of a more reasonable leader, similar to how Rudy Giuliani turned the city around in the past.

  • What challenges is New York City currently facing according to Chaffetz?

    -Chaffetz describes New York City as being on the verge of collapse, with issues such as illegal immigration, a struggling economy, and the city's physical and social conditions worsening, especially in neighborhoods like Times Square.

  • What is Chaffetz's opinion on the growing illegal immigration problem in New York City?

    -Chaffetz believes that illegal immigration is one of the significant factors contributing to the city's issues. He mentions that it is overwhelming the city and causing frustration among the residents, especially parents.

  • What does Chaffetz think about Elon Musk's involvement in auditing government systems?

    -Chaffetz supports Musk's role in uncovering waste, fraud, and abuse in government systems, mentioning that the efforts to audit and expose such issues have been beneficial to the country.

  • Why do Democrats seem to be against Elon Musk's access to critical government data?

    -Chaffetz implies that the opposition to Musk’s access to critical data is suspicious, suggesting that the Democrats might be trying to cover up wasteful spending or other issues that would be uncovered through Musk's audits.

  • What did Chaffetz say about the resignation of the top official at the Social Security Administration?

    -Chaffetz applauds the resignation of the top official at the Social Security Administration, stating that it was the right decision given the circumstances. He believes that if the official was not part of the solution, they were part of the problem.

  • What does Chaffetz believe will happen if waste and fraud in government programs are exposed?

    -Chaffetz anticipates that once the waste and fraud in government programs are exposed, there will be significant consequences, potentially leading to prosecutions and further reforms under the leadership of someone like Donald Trump.

  • How does Chaffetz feel about the overall management of the country's financial systems?

    -Chaffetz suggests that if someone like Donald Trump, with his experience in handling complex projects, takes drastic action, the country's financial systems could improve significantly. He points to Musk's ability to handle intricate tasks like parking a rocket as an example of the skills needed to address bigger problems.

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