Rich Valdés America At Night

Rich discusses an attack on a Christian group in Seattle with radio host Jason Rantz. Next Vice President and legal fellow at Defending Education Sarah Parshall Perry explains how schools are flunking the First Amendment. We also speak with retired Miami-Dade police Sergeant gives his take on America's fight against internal threats. Plus the headlines of the day, including the last day of Elon Musk as the DOGE chief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich talks with Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez, about the connection between the suspect in last week's shootings in Washington, DC, and Congressman Chuy Garcia. Then he discusses COVID Vaccine guidelines, and the MAHA Commission with former Heath and Human Services Deputy Assistant Secretary of Health David Mansdoerfer. Plus we catch up with author Raven Harrison, who is now running for Congress in Florida's 23rd District. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich talks with Navy SEAL Reserve Officer Kaj Larsen about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's mission to end wokeness in the military. Next, we check in with stand-up comedian Chrissie Mayr, currently on her national "DEI Hire" tour. Later, an update on President Trump's sovereign wealth fund from Scott Powell, author of "Rediscovering America." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich talks with Les Borsai, co-founder of Wave Digital Assets, about the crypto summit in Las Vegas and efforts on Capitol Hill to create a 'stablecoin.' Next, Dr. Cristi Bundukamara shares how losing various members of her family led her to found the pioneering health practice Mentally STRONG. Later, we're "Debunking FDR: The Man and the Myths," with author Mary Grabar, who is also founder of the Dissident Prof Education Project. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich discusses this week's findings of the 'Make America Healthy Again' Commission with Col. Josh McConkey, U.S. Air Force combat physician and author of "Be The Weight Behind The Spear." Next, Dr. Gilda Carle, author of "Real Men Don't Go Woke," explains how feminism has failed women. Later, as we observe Memorial Day, former Pentagon senior official and Army veteran Ryan McDermott shares his story in "Downriver: Memoir of a Warrior Poet." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich talks with Nick Giordano, professor of political science at Suffolk County Community College, about the House passage of the 'one, big beautiful bill' and the Trump Administration's move to stop Harvard from enrolling international students. Next, we learn more about the killing of two Israeli Embassy staffers, who were shot down outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, from Elliot Resnick, former editor-in-chief of the Jewish Press. Plus, a bit more on how to deal with such acts of hate with 'America's Psychiatrist' Dr. Carole Lieberman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich talks with journalist and author Lee Smith about South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa, who denied the genocide of Afrikana farmers in his Oval Office meeting with President Trump. We also look at the launch of Operation Guardian Angel, meant to neutralize California's sanctuary state policies, with corporate attorney Christopher Moritz; he's also the author of "Failed State: A Portrait of California in the Twilight of Empire." Later, Gregory Wrightstone, executive director of the CO2 Coalition and author of "A Very Convenient Warming," tells us more about the Energy Department's proposal to cut 47 rules in what's being called the 'largest deregulatory effort in history.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich welcomes Dr. Sebastian Gorka, deputy assistant to President Trump and senior director for counter terrorism at the National Security Council, to talk about the 'Golden Dome' defense system and other matters of national security. Next, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals is buying 23andMe for $256 million; we get reaction from Dr. Steven Quay, founder of Atossa Therapeutics. We also talk tariffs and China with Kerry Lutz, best-selling author of host of Financial Survival Network. Plus, Dr. Elaine Healy, whom you may recall as a COVID whistleblower, tells why she has informed Delaware authorities of the possible elder abuse of former President Joe Biden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich talks with Newsmax chief White House correspondent James Rosen about President Trump signing the Take Down Act into law, as well as former President Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis. We also check in with (Ret.) Brigadier General Blaine Holt for a discussion of President Trump latest phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Plus, highlights from FBI Director Kash Patel and Deputy Director Dan Bongino's weekend interview on Fox News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich discusses the failure of the budget reconciliation bill with Kerry Picket, White House correspondent for the Washington Times. Next, we look at the cost of insulin and drugs to treat diabetes, along with other nutrition solutions; Tim Keller is chairman and founder at U.S. Diabetes Care. Later, Dr. Leigh Richardson, founder of the Brain Performance Center, talks about kids using social media to self-diagnose mental health issues. Plus, breaking down the symptoms of ADHD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich welcomes Sarah Parshall Perry, vice president and legal fellow at Defending Education, to discuss the birthright citizenship case before the Supreme Court. We also learn more about actions taken against leaders of the Sinaloa cartel, from Randy Clark, former Division Chief for Law Enforcement Operations at the Border Patrol. Later, Jason Sullivan, contributor-at-large for The Gateway Pundit, brings us details on an intriguing story out of Wisconsin where a teen is accused of killing his parents with alleged Ukrainian links to a plot to assassinate President Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich talks with former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer about President Trump's deal with Qatar, along with other political news of the day. Next, Jim Agresti, president and co-founder of Just Facts.com, tells us what's really happening with Medicaid, and weighs in on the indictment of Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan on charges of helping an immigrant evade ICE agents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich discusses the Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial with Pastor Jaco Booyens, anti-sex trafficking advocate and head of Jaco Booyens Ministries. Next, former Speaker of the Florida House of Representatives Paul Renner comments on insurance reforms in his state, as well as Gov. DeSantis' push for property tax relief. Plus, we observe National Police Week with Lt. Randy Sutton, retired law enforcement officer and author of "Rescuing 9-1-1: The Fight for America's Safety." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich is back, to talk about the China tariffs 'reset' with FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington. Next, Jewish News Syndicate CEO and Jerusalem bureau chief Alex Traiman comments on the release of the last American hostage from Gaza, recent attacks by the Houthis, and the relationship between President Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Plus, an update on the child sex trafficking bill in California from radio host Jennifer Kelly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich is off tonight. Paul Vanderburgh (from Talk 1300 in Albany, NY) is filling in and taking your calls on the news of the day. Topics include what to expect from the new pope, the arrest of Newark's mayor while protesting outside an ICE detention center in New Jersey, Trump's tariff plan, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich is off tonight, with Dom Giordano filling in from Philadelphia. First up, CNN panelist/conservative strategist Scott Jennings weighs in on the news of the day. Plus your thoughts on the new pope, a trade deal with the UK, and President Trump's appointment of Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as the top prosecutor in Washington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich is off tonight. J.D. Lake from WDAY in Fargo, ND fills in, and welcomes his fellow radio host Jay Thomas, who also has a nationally syndicated TV show. Later, we take a deep dive into the national energy scene with Ron Ness, president of the North Dakota Petroleum Council. Plus, a discussion about climate change and accurately predicting severe weather, as well as a preview of hurricane season, from Justin Storm, meteorologist with Weather 20/20. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich discusses the left wing media's coverage of liberal judges' actions against President Trump with Mike Howell, president of Oversight Project. Next, television and radio commentator Frank Morano talks about what lies ahead in his new role as representative of NYC Council's 51st District. We also hear more on the Supreme Court's decision to uphold President Trump's ban on transgender persons in the military, as well arguments being heard in a historic religious charter funding case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich catches up with the 'Tiger King' Joe Exotic, who calls us from federal prison in Texas. Next, USAF Brigadier General (Ret.) Blaine Holt discusses President Trump's quest to dismantle Iran's nuclear program, plus a look at China's advancement in drones. Later, we meet billionaire tech entrepreneur David Centner, co-founder of Centner Academy, for an update on COVID-19 and new rules for vaccines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich looks at the news of the day, including tariffs and why it's important to buy items made in America. Later, we're joined by Art Del Cueto, vice president of the National Border Patrol, for a discussion of the charges piling up against Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Plus, award-winning author and motivational speaker Richard Battle talks about his latest book, "AmeriCANS Who Made America! 18th Century-Birth of the Republic." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices