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SPLC Indictment, Navy Shakeup, Virginia Redistricting Ruling, and Cuba Pressure Lead Today’s Discussions | YNTA April 23, 2026
Today’s Your News Talk America covers reactions to the SPLC indictment and media coverage, a major leadership shakeup at the Navy, and a Virginia court ruling on redistricting. Additional segments examine Supreme Court dynamics, U.S.–Iran tensions, and U.S. pressure on Cuba regarding political prisoners.
9:06 — Show Open
Panelist: Curtis Houck
- Dem-Coms defend SPLC amid indictment
- Chuck Schumer accuses Trump of a weaponized DOJ
- Media coverage of SPLC indictments by the “Big 3”
- Comparison to prior treatment of Trump and associates
9:20 — Client Segment
Panelist: Community Bank Delaware
9:35 — Monologue
Panelist: Producers
- “Maximum Warfare”
9:45 — National Security and Naval Developments
Panelist: Michael Brest
- Navy Secretary John C. Phelan removed
- Pete Hegseth reportedly ordered removal
- Hung Cao named Acting Secretary
- Feud tied to Trump’s “Golden Fleet”
- Strait of Hormuz naval mine clearing timeline (Pentagon/AP)
- Touska cargo questions and dual-use equipment
- CENTCOM denies blockade evasion reports
- 29 vessels redirected by U.S.
- Ships cited: M/V Hero II, M/V Hedy, M/V Dorena (Jerusalem Post)
- Trump expects Iran negotiations soon (Jerusalem Post/New York Post)
10:08 — Supreme Court and Judicial Analysis
Panelist: Judge Andrew Napolitano
- Virginia redistricting ruling blocks certification
- Injunction issued by Tazewell Circuit Court
- Supreme Court leak and emergency docket scrutiny
- Chief Justice Roberts and Clean Power Plan memos
- Comparison to Dobbs leak
- Justice Jackson public appearances
- Justice Sotomayor apology
- Clarence Thomas speech at University of Texas
- “Shadow Docket” and judicial realism discussion
- Opinion: “Killing and Indifference”
- https://judgenap.com/
10:33 — Virginia Redistricting Debate
Panelists: Terry Schilling, Judge Glock
- Court ruling on redistricting referendum
- Ballot language controversy
- Claims of eliminating Republican representation
- Rural representation concerns
- Census and illegal immigration questions
- Electoral College Compact implications
- National implications for red and blue states
10:45 — U.S.–Cuba Relations
Panelist: David Cancio
- U.S. urges Cuba to release political prisoners
- April 10 diplomatic meeting details
- Timeline for reforms
- Living conditions in Cuba
- Short- and long-term outlook
- https://www.miamiherald.com/news/nation-world/world/americas/cuba/article315471603.html#storylink=cpy
11:06 — SPLC Indictment Breakdown
Panelist: Kaelan Deese
- 21-count indictment against SPLC
- Charges include wire fraud and money laundering
- Allegations of funding extremist-linked figures
- Prior criticism labeling SPLC a hate group
- Venue considerations for Alabama case
11:33 — Late Breaking News
Panelist: Producers
- Iran war developments (if applicable)
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Strait of Hormuz Escalation, China’s U.S. Strategy, and Impeachment Fallout Lead YNTA
Iran’s attack on ships in the Strait of Hormuz raises urgent questions about global stability and U.S. response. China’s influence operations appear to be expanding inside the United States, while newly released intelligence challenges key elements of the 2019 Trump impeachment. Today’s program delivers a wide-ranging analysis of national security, economics, and political accountability.
9:06 — Show Open
Panelist: Mark Vargas
- Iran fires on ships in the Strait of Hormuz
- Ceasefire status in question
- Virginia redistricting controversy
- Chinese-linked vessel carrying dual-use missile materials
9:20 — CIA Operation Fallout
Panelist: Mark Vargas
- CIA-linked personnel killed in Mexico operation
- Conflicting U.S. and Mexico accounts
- Cartel drug lab mission connection
9:35 — Monologue
“It takes a village”
9:45 — Iran, China, and Global Pressure
Panelist: James Robbins
- Strait escalation continues
- Ceasefire extension and diplomacy
- Chinese vessel tied to missile production
- Iran economic pressure increases
10:08 — China’s Strategy Reaches U.S. Soil
Panelist: Steve Lance
- CCP proxy warfare strategy
- Shen Yun threats and intimidation campaigns
- Domestic national security concerns
10:20 — SPLC Indictment
Panelist: Tyler O’Neil
- Federal fraud charges
- Allegations involving extremist informants
- Charlottesville implications
10:33 — Impeachment Revisited
Panelist: Sam Anthony
- Newly declassified intelligence memos
- Whistleblower credibility concerns
- Biden-Ukraine contradictions
- GOP expungement efforts
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yourNEWS Media coverage
10:45 — Market Reaction
Panelist: Christian Briggs
- Markets react to Strait instability
- Oil and trade implications
- China rare-earth risks
- Global economic impact
11:06 — Domestic Political Fallout
Panelist: Tiana Lowe Doescher
- Virginia redistricting
- Media narratives
- Political tensions
11:20 — Iran Rescue Mission
Panelist: Eric Lionheart
- F-15 rescue mission analysis
- Military deception strategy
- Intelligence coordination
- Veteran mental health policy
More:
1st There Foundation
11:33 — Political Commentary
Panelist: Scott McKay
- Mitch Landrieu critique
- Historical and political implications
Read:
American Spectator article
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Hormuz Crisis, Oil Shock, Citizenship Fight, and Iran Power Struggle
Your News Talk America opens with new pressure points in the Iran crisis, from reported gunfire near commercial vessels and renewed oil volatility to questions about the IRGC’s grip on Tehran. The show also turns to the constitutional fight over birthright citizenship, China’s role in the conflict, and a New York property fraud case.
9:06 — Strait of Hormuz Under Fire
- Markets react to rising instability in the strait
- Audio appears to capture an India-flagged vessel coming under fire
- Commercial tankers remain stranded after Iran shut the chokepoint on April 18
Panelist: Anthony Esposito
9:20 — Oil Spike, Fuel Stress, and Drought Pressure
- Oil jumps on renewed fears of escalation and shipping disruption
- Rising fuel costs begin affecting transportation and agriculture
- Europe faces jet fuel strain and airlines warn of higher fares
- Drought conditions threaten crops, cattle, and irrigation across the U.S.
Panelist: Anthony Esposito
9:35 — Monologue
9:45 — Birthright Citizenship Debate
- What the Fourteenth Amendment says about citizenship
- The meaning of “subject to the jurisdiction”
- The constitutional argument over birthright citizenship
Panelist: Richard A. Epstein
The Myth of Birthright Citizenship
10:08 — Is the IRGC Running Iran?
- Weekend events raise doubts about the ceasefire
- Questions grow over who is actually controlling Iran
- U.S. blockade enforcement, Kharg Island, and the path ahead
- Preview of Dangerous Intellectuals Episode 32: “Ireland on the Edge!”
Panelist: Brigadier General Blaine Holt
Dangerous Intellectuals Podcast
Islamic Guard Takes Full Control of Iran
10:33 — China, Hormuz, and Strategic Risk
- Whether Xi Jinping can be trusted not to resupply Iran
- Chinese-linked tankers test the Strait of Hormuz
- China’s oil dependence as a strategic vulnerability
- North Korea missile launches and possible Iran war implications
Panelist: Gordon G. Chang
11:06 — Moderates Sidelined, Ceasefire in Doubt
- Analysts say the Islamic Guard has taken full control of Iran
- Questions over why talks continue if moderates have no power
- Weekend violations raise doubt about any extension of the ceasefire
- Internal struggle inside Iran appears to be intensifying
Panelist: Jon Glasgow
Islamic Guard Takes Full Control of Iran
11:33 — Bronx Property Fraud Case
- New York property owner alleges a years-long racketeering scheme
- Fraud claims involve sham asset management and loan transactions
- Audio courtesy of 1010 WINS
Panelist: James McManus
11:50 — Salute the Troops
Media Silence, Middle East Escalation, and Energy Shifts Drive Today’s YNTA
Today’s program examines media coverage gaps on migrant crime, escalating tensions in Lebanon, and major shifts in global energy markets. Panelists also address gun registry concerns, organized protest movements, and Iran’s economic pressure points.
9:06 — National Networks Go Silent on Migrant Crime
- Lack of coverage by ABC, CBS, and NBC.
- Selective media gatekeeping.
- Underreported violent crimes involving illegal aliens.
Panelist: Curtis Houck, Managing Editor, MRC NewsBusters
9:20 — Client Segment
Community Bank Delaware
9:35 — Monologue: “A Fragile Dominance”
9:45 — ATF Gun Registry Controversy
- Illegal digitization of gun records.
- Potential federal rule changes.
- Concerns over mass confiscation risk.
- Congressional action and ATF compliance questions.
- Upcoming GOA events in Texas and Virginia.
Panelist: Stephen Willeford, representing Gun Owners of America, author of A Town Called Sutherland Springs: Faith and Heroism Through Tragedy
10:08 — Israeli Strike on Hezbollah More Devastating Than 2024 Pager Attack, IDF Says
- Israeli strikes targeted Hezbollah command and intelligence infrastructure.
- Lebanon’s fragile path toward peace remains under pressure.
- Christian communities remain vulnerable amid rising conflict.
- Antisemitism and anti-Christian hostility share ideological roots.
- Lebanon’s Christian legacy continues to erode.
Panelist: Grant Berry, author of Romans 911: Time To Sound The Alarm
10:20 — Oil Prices Reverse as Markets Look Beyond Strait Disruption
- Oil futures fell sharply from last week’s highs.
- Markets are pricing in possible future stability despite disruption.
- Rising insurance costs and rerouted shipping continue to strain supply chains.
- Questions remain about how quickly consumers may see relief at the pump.
Panelist: Judge Glock, Director of Research and Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute
10:33 — Multiple Pro-Communist Groups Behind “No-Kings” Protests
- Questions about funding, training, and organizing.
- Recent assault on a TPUSA reporter raises concerns about escalation.
- Use of live-event style staging suggests sophisticated coordination.
Panelist: Adam Swart, Founder and CEO of Crowds on Demand
10:45 — Iran’s Economic Pressure and Offshore Oil Workarounds
- Executions in Iran and reaction from the Iranian-American community.
- Financial strain from the closing of the Strait of Hormuz.
- Reports of large-scale oil smuggling through offshore networks.
- Questions over whether Iran can be trusted to honor any agreement.
Panelist: Professor Mohammad H. Tasooji, California State University San Marcos and CEO of Sienza Energy
11:06 — America Is Exporting More Oil Than Ever Before
- U.S. oil exports have surged to record levels.
- Global conflict is strengthening American energy positioning.
- Debate over whether consumer pain is being offset by broader economic gains.
- Energy dominance may become a midterm political issue.
Panelists: Sam Romain, Chairman, Americans for Energy Dominance; Daniel Greenfield, CEO at the David Horowitz Freedom Center and author of FrontPageMag
Americans for Energy Dominance
Daniel Greenfield
11:33 — Open Segment
Panelists: TBD
Salute the Troops
Today’s Out & About Wednesday broadcast connects the community with local organizations, health services, and upcoming events across Delmarva. From chamber updates to veteran outreach and community-driven initiatives, the program highlights the people and resources making a difference locally.
9:06 — Client Segment
Panelist: Client Segment
- Local sponsor message
9:08 — Millsboro Chamber of Commerce
Panelist: Nadine Timpanaro, Executive Director
- Chamber initiatives and local business support
- Community engagement and upcoming programs
9:20 — Sussex County Radio Electronics Expo
Panelist: Eric Hudson, President, Sussex Amateur Radio Association
- Electronics Expo overview
- Amateur radio community involvement
9:33 — Client Segment
Panelist: Client Segment
- Local sponsor message
9:35 — PAM Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Dover
Panelist: Erin DelFarno, RN, CEO
- Rehabilitation services overview
- Patient care and recovery programs
10:00 — News Break
Panelist: News Segment
- National and local news updates
10:08 — Client Segment
Panelist: Client Segment
- Local sponsor message
10:10 — VA Community Outreach
Panelists: Major Valerie Harwood, Delaware Air National Guard; Mick Devlin, Community Outreach Specialist
- Veterans Administration outreach programs
- Support services for veterans
10:19 — VA Segment Continues
Panelists: Major Valerie Harwood; Mick Devlin
- Community engagement initiatives
- Veteran support resources
10:33 — Client Segment
Panelist: Client Segment
- Local sponsor message
10:35 — Veterans Segment Continues
Panelists: Major Valerie Harwood; Mick Devlin
- Expanded outreach discussion
- Program availability and access
10:50 — Veterans Segment Concludes
Panelists: Major Valerie Harwood; Mick Devlin
- Final remarks on veteran services
11:00 — News Break
Panelist: News Segment
- National and local updates
11:10 — PAWS for People: Doodles in Dewey
Panelist: Dawn Kisner, Event Manager
- Event overview and participation details
- Community engagement through service animals
11:20 — Doodles in Dewey Continues
Panelist: Dawn Kisner
- Event logistics and volunteer opportunities
11:33 — Client Segment
Panelist: Client Segment
- Local sponsor message
11:37 — BVSPCA Pet of the Month
Panelist: Gracie, BVSPCA
- Featured shelter pet
- Pet safety during warmer weather
11:50 — Salute the Troops
The April 14 episode covers major political developments including congressional resignations, renewed scrutiny of past investigations, and rising global tensions involving Iran. The program also examines state-level policy debates and the reemergence of high-profile controversies.
9:06 — Show Open
Panelist: Kaelan Deese, Department of Justice Reporter, The Washington Examiner
- Congressional resignations involving alleged misconduct
- Department of Justice jurisdiction questions
- FBI meeting invitation
- DOJ leadership comparisons
9:20 — Whistleblower Timeline
Panelist: Kaelan Deese, Department of Justice Reporter, The Washington Examiner
- Pre-impeachment whistleblower contact with Democrats
- Implications for impeachment process
- Records and timeline analysis
9:35 — Monologue
Monologue: “You get what you deserve!”
9:45 — Political and Economic Commentary
Panelist: Kirsten Pels, RNC National Press Secretary
- Congressional resignations and voter reaction
- Virginia governor approval ratings
- Campaign expectations vs governance
- Tax policy impact on households
- Midterm voter sentiment
10:08 — Iran, China, and Global Strategy
Panelist: Brigadier General Blaine Holt, USAF (ret), Host: Dangerous Intellectuals Podcast
https://www.dangerousintellectuals.com/
- Strait of Hormuz blockade strategy
- U.S.–Iran negotiations timeline
- China weapons shipment concerns
- Potential U.S. military positioning
- Global political alignment shifts
10:33 — Virginia Union Legislation
Panelist: Mark Mix, President, National Right to Work Committee
- HB 1263 / SB 378 overview
- Union bargaining mandates
- Impact on local governments and taxpayers
- Bipartisan opposition
- Governor decision timeline
10:45 — Iran Strategy and Global Response
Panelist: Christina Balling, Senior Vice President, Institute of World Politics
https://www.iwp.edu/faculty/christine-balling/
- Analysis of the Strait of Hormuz blockade
- Economic impact on Iran
- European reliance on the Strait
- China’s potential weapons involvement
- U.S. strategic response considerations
11:06 — Epstein Developments
Panelist: Nick Bryant, Author
- Renewed public attention on Epstein case
- Recent public statements and denials
- Historical records and contact listings
- Public interest and implications
11:15 — Europe, China, and U.S. Strategy
Panelist: Dr. Antonio Graceffo, Economist and National Security Analyst
- European response to Hormuz blockade
- Energy security considerations
- China–Iran military concerns
- U.S. foreign policy timing
11:33 — School Mental Health Policy
Panelist: Carolyn D. Gorman, Fellow, Manhattan Institute
https://manhattan.institute/person/carolyn-d-gorman
- Proposed student mental health screenings
- Effectiveness of school-based programs
- Role of parents vs institutions
- Policy cost and outcomes
11:50 — Salute the Troops
Panelist: None
- Closing tribute.
Your News Talk America examines the latest developments surrounding Iran, energy markets, media coverage, religion and politics, and major historical claims tied to the Kennedy assassination. The program also features campaign analysis, military perspective, and the latest installment of “Countdown to 250.”
9:06 — Iran Ceasefire, Markets, and Energy Signals
Panelist: Ken Rapoza, analyst, Coalition for a Prosperous America
- Discussion of the Trump-Iran ceasefire and whether markets are pricing in stability too quickly.
- Review of how investors may respond if conflict risk remains elevated.
- Analysis of oil, large-cap stocks, and emerging-market fuel and food importers.
- Commentary from market analysts on volatility, risk, and the possibility of a continuing market rebound.
9:20 — Netanyahu, War Decisions, and Regime Change
Panelist: None
- What role did Benjamin Netanyahu have in President Trump’s decision to go to war?
- How realistic was regime change before Operation Epic Fury began?
- Audience comments from DIAL producers in the lounge.
9:35 — Monologue
Panelist: Jake Smith
- Monologue segment.
9:45 — Iran, Energy Security, and Tax Day
Panelist: Kent Strang, Managing Director, Americans for Prosperity
- Why the Strait of Hormuz remains a critical global energy chokepoint.
- How a tanker toll imposed by Iran could affect world oil prices.
- Whether global energy disruption could redirect demand toward U.S. energy.
- Why energy policy is also national security policy.
- How President Trump’s policies are framed as expanding American energy abundance.
- What is needed to continue energy independence.
- Whether taxpayers are seeing benefits from the BBB ahead of Tax Day.
10:08 — Oklahoma Race, Congress, and Constitutional Questions
Panelist: Pastor Jackson Lahmeyer, Oklahoma congressional candidate; Founder, Pastors for Trump
- Jackson Lahmeyer discusses his campaign in Oklahoma’s 1st District and the 2026 midterms.
- His message emphasizes outsider leadership, support for President Trump, and opposition to federal overreach.
- Topics include DHS funding, congressional accountability, birthright citizenship, constitutional literacy, impeachment efforts, war powers, federal oversight, and insider trading in Congress.
10:20 — Iran Negotiations, Nuclear Questions, and U.S. Force Posture
Panelist: Colonel Wesley Martin, U.S. Army (Ret.)
- Whether Iran can be trusted in negotiations.
- Colonel Martin’s assessment of Operation Epic Fury.
- Whether Iran can resupply and retool during negotiations.
- Why regime change has faded from discussion in recent weeks.
- Questions surrounding Iran’s nuclear program and buried enriched material.
- Reaction to reports that U.S. troops could be repositioned from parts of Europe.
10:33 — JFK Assassination Claims and Deep Cover, Shallow Graves
Panelist: Robert “Tosh” Plumlee, co-author, Deep Cover, Shallow Graves
- Was there a CIA-linked team sent to Dallas to stop the assassination of President Kennedy?
- Plumlee says he was part of a covert mission tied to an abort effort on November 22, 1963.
- He claims there were shots from multiple directions, challenging the lone-gunman account.
- He says he briefed the FBI in 1964 and provided a map that later disappeared.
- He also says he trained with Lee Harvey Oswald years earlier.
- The interview explores why he is coming forward now and how his claims relate to past investigations.
11:06 — Media Coverage of Iran and News Platform Bias
Panelist: Michael Morris, Director, MRC Free Speech America
- How Google News may be shaping public opinion on the Iran war.
- Review of polling showing more opposition than support for U.S. war with Iran.
- MRC research on outlet distribution in Google News coverage.
- A second report argues Apple News was the most ideologically slanted of the major news apps in March.
11:20 — Pope Leo XIV and President Trump: Contrasting Easter Messages
Panelist: Dr. Paul Kengor, Senior Director and Chief Academic Fellow, The Institute for Faith & Freedom; Professor of Political Science, Grove City College
- A comparison of Pope Leo XIV’s Easter message and President Trump’s Easter commentary on Iran.
- Discussion of nonviolence, conflict, and the rhetoric of political leadership.
- Questions about Pope Leo’s approach to Catholic tradition and whether expectations for liturgical restoration are fading.
- Dr. Kengor discusses the contrast between the new pope’s tone and the president’s language.
11:33 — Countdown to 250
Panelist: Murray Sabrin, PhD, Mises Institute Associated Scholar; Emeritus Professor of Finance, Ramapo College of New Jersey
- The latest installment in Dr. Sabrin’s “Countdown to 250” series.
- A look ahead to America’s 250th anniversary celebration.
11:50 — Salute the Troops
Panelist: None
- Closing tribute.
Iran Escalation, Civil Liberty Debate, and Global Narratives Lead YNTA April 9
Escalating tensions with Iran, constitutional questions about war powers, and global narratives surrounding Israel dominate today’s discussion. Panelists examine military strategy, human rights realities, and domestic policy implications shaping the national conversation.
9:06 — Iran Escalation and Ceasefire Breakdown
Panelist: Ryan Morgan, Pentagon and Military Reporter, The Epoch Times
Epoch TV Segment
- Renewed Iranian drone attacks across the Middle East
- Hezbollah rocket launches into northern Israel
- U.S. military positioning and strategic response
- Potential ground troop scenarios and escalation risks
9:20 — Community Bank Delaware
9:35 — Monologue: “Monsters”
9:45 — Iranian Regime, Protests, and Human Rights
Panelist: Shirin Nariman, Former Iranian Political Prisoner and Human Rights Advocate
- Absence of widespread uprisings in Iran
- Anti-American demonstrations following ceasefire
- Firsthand account of regime brutality
- Prospects for regime change
- Leadership hypocrisy and internal contradictions
10:08 — Constitutional Limits of War and Government Power
Panelist: Judge Andrew Napolitano, Senior Judicial Analyst, Newsmax
Judging Freedom
- Presidential authority in warfare and targeted killings
- Due process and constitutional protections
- Congressional role in undeclared wars
- Legal and moral implications of military force
- Government accountability and truth
10:33 — Military Strategy and Iran’s Capabilities
Panelists: Colonel Wesley Martin, U.S. Army (Ret.) / David Zere, Host, Breaking Point
Breaking Point
- Operational analysis of “Epic Fury”
- Iran’s ability to rearm during negotiations
- Role of NCRI and opposition forces
- Nuclear program risks and unknowns
- U.S. troop repositioning in Europe
11:06 — Iran, Israel, and Global Narratives
Panelist: Grant Berry, Founder, Reconnecting Ministries
- Iranian regime executions and internal repression
- Global perception of Israel versus regional realities
- Role of propaganda in shaping opinion
- Antisemitism and misinformation
- Importance of geopolitical context
11:33 — New York Policy, Amazon, and Urban Governance
Panelist: Rafael A. Mangual, Manhattan Institute
Manhattan Institute
- Delivery Protection Act and economic impact
- Amazon’s delivery model under pressure
- NYC mayoral approval and governance challenges
- Public transportation policy shifts
11:50 — Salute the Troops
9:06 — Ceasefire Questions and Strait of Hormuz
Monologue: Jake Smith opened the program with questions surrounding the announced two-week ceasefire involving Iran, asking whether the United States or Iran had given ground in the arrangement and whether Tehran could be trusted to honor any agreement.
- Whether Iran or the United States “blinked” in the ceasefire arrangement
- Whether Iran can be trusted in any negotiated framework
- Whether Iranian proxies and militias would be bound by the agreement
- Whether oil traffic will move freely through the Strait of Hormuz
9:20 — Democratic Criticism and American Resolve
Monologue: Jake discussed Democratic criticism of the administration’s posture toward Iran, arguing that political attacks during a sensitive negotiating period could project weakness abroad.
- Criticism of media and Democratic messaging during the Iran conflict
- Debate over claims of war crimes and executive legitimacy
- Questions surrounding national unity during negotiations
- Comparison to prior debate over presidential fitness and the 25th Amendment
9:35 — Brigadier General Blaine Holt on the Two-Week Ceasefire
Panelist: Brigadier General Blaine Holt, USAF (ret), Host, Dangerous Intellectuals Podcast
General Holt joined Jake Smith to analyze the announced two-week ceasefire and whether continued missile fire against Israel undermines the credibility of the arrangement. The discussion also examined whether Iranian proxies would be included in any agreement and whether negotiations could collapse and return to military action.
- Status and credibility of the announced ceasefire
- Whether Iran’s proxies are covered by the agreement
- Prospects for reopening the Strait of Hormuz
- Likelihood that negotiations could fail and bombing resume
- The emerging maritime role of the A-10 in operations involving Iran
10:08 — Brigitte Gabriel on the Negotiations and Iran’s Demands
Panelist: Brigitte Gabriel, National Security Expert, Chairwoman, ACT for America
Brigitte Gabriel offered her analysis of the two-week ceasefire, the trustworthiness of Iran and Pakistan in a diplomatic role, and the larger implications of proposals reportedly under discussion. Jake pressed the question of whether any settlement would leave Iran with leverage over the Strait of Hormuz and whether Israel’s security concerns were being adequately addressed. https://www.actforamerica.org/
- Whether Iran can be trusted during or after negotiations
- Whether Pakistan can act as an honest intermediary
- Debate over Iranian leverage in the Strait of Hormuz
- Questions over sanctions, enrichment, and regional U.S. military posture
- Whether Iranian proxies should be addressed in any final agreement
10:33 — Listener Reaction and Terms of the Proposal
Monologue: Jake reviewed the terms reportedly presented in the negotiations and questioned whether the United States should have demanded additional concessions beyond reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
- Reaction to proposals expected to resume Friday
- Whether the U.S. received enough in return
- Debate over sanctions relief, nuclear enrichment, and regional force posture
- Late-breaking news and listener comments reserved for this segment
11:06 — War Crimes Debate with Joan Leslie McGill and Jay Town
Panelists: Joan Leslie McGill, Executive Director, U.S.-Israel Education Association; Jay Town, Former U.S. Attorney, Chief Compliance Officer, Newsmax Legal Contributor
Jake spoke with Joan Leslie McGill and Jay Town about accusations that President Trump’s military actions constitute war crimes, the political rhetoric surrounding the administration’s war posture, and whether eliminating a nuclear threat can be framed as criminal conduct. The segment also explored comparisons to past presidents and whether U.S. adversaries seek to constrain Trump internationally.
- Whether military action against Iran can be characterized as a war crime
- Political attacks on the administration during the conflict
- Comparison to prior presidential use of force
- Whether U.S. enemies seek to isolate Trump internationally
- Assessment of the proposed agreement as a starting point
11:33 — Gary Benoit on Birthright Citizenship and the 14th Amendment
Panelist: Gary Benoit, Editor-in-Chief, The New American
Gary Benoit joined the program for a constitutional discussion on the 14th Amendment and the legal fight over birthright citizenship. Jake argued that the current interpretation has strayed from the amendment’s original purpose and asked what remedies remain if Congress fails to act.
- Meaning and scope of the 14th Amendment
- Reaction to Supreme Court arguments on birthright citizenship
- Debate over the amendment’s original intent
- Possible legislative or constitutional remedies
11:50 — Salute the Troops
The program concludes with a Salute the Troops segment.