Glenn Beck is warning that the next political fight could hit Americans at the gas pump, drive up everyday prices and force nonprofits to spend donor dollars defending themselves.
In his recent program, “The Left’s Economic Blitzkrieg Has Officially Begun,” Beck argued that Democrats’ plans following the midterms could put businesses and organizations connected to the Trump administration under mounting financial pressure.
“I want you to batten down the hatches,” Beck said.
“It’s going to be a long two years. It’s going to be a very long two years.”
Beck opened by describing a stock market decline of more than 1,800 points, which he attributed to Democrats’ statements about regulating artificial intelligence companies and restricting data centers.
He singled out Sen. Bernie Sanders’ call for a nationwide ban on AI data centers, arguing that restrictions and political pressure could drive companies and investment outside the country.
Beck also criticized Sanders’ push for universal health care, warning that it would place a substantial portion of the economy and critical medical decisions under government control.
His concerns extended to energy prices. According to Beck, Democrats intend to challenge President Donald Trump’s oil and gas agreements, including a deal involving Venezuela.
“You thought your gas price was bad now? You wait,” Beck said.
He argued that corporate investigations could compound the pressure on consumers. Beck cited what he described as a 181-page dossier identifying hundreds of executives and companies for scrutiny once Democrats take control of Congress.
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Companies spending heavily on attorneys and public relations would pass those costs along to customers, he warned.
“Affordability is why they were elected. Let’s just keep that in mind, affordability,” Beck said.
The potential financial drain on nonprofits received particular attention.
During the program, Beck read from a congressional investigation readiness plan he attributed to the America First Policy Institute. He described guidance for organizations and donors connected to the administration, including recommendations to retain experienced attorneys before receiving an inquiry.
“Retaining counsel early helps support privilege for preparatory work. Do not wait for a letter,” Beck read.
He also discussed recommendations to review insurance coverage for investigative expenses, examine organizational compliance and protect donor information.
“You get to transfer your wealth to the lawyers,” Beck said.
Beck acknowledged that some recommendations involved responsibilities organizations should already take seriously.
“These are all things that you need to do,” he said.
His objection centered on the prospect of organizations having to spend substantial resources preparing for investigations because of their political associations. He argued that legal expenses could become a means of punishment even without a conviction.
Churches and ministries depend on resources entrusted to them for gospel work. The possibility of donor dollars being consumed by legal disputes makes responsible stewardship especially consequential. Beck’s segment did not establish that any particular ministry would face an investigation.
Beck called for criminal accountability across party lines while rejecting investigations driven by political affiliation.
“If somebody broke the law, they should go to jail,” he said.
He applied that standard to both the Trump and Biden administrations.
“But we do not go find the people and then find the crime. We see the crime and then go find the people who did it.”
Beck’s predictions about higher prices and political retaliation remain his assessment of the coming congressional agenda.
Scripture requires impartial justice. We cannot demand accountability from political opponents while excusing wrongdoing among our allies.
We can also prepare without yielding to fear. Ministry leaders should steward the resources entrusted to them with integrity. Christians should pray for those in authority, as 1 Timothy 2:1-2 instructs, and ask the Holy Spirit for wisdom.
Washington’s battles demand our attention. They must never displace our confidence in God or our commitment to the gospel.
James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a journalism background from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and at the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].
