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Guests - Former General Stephen Mundt, David Smith, Lea Peterson

Donald Trump made his first major speech of his second administration at a joint session of Congress, just six weeks after his inauguration.

The Arizona Corporation Commission, now comprised of five Republican commissioners, has implemented new security measures to prevent business fraud.

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Guests – Ava Chen, Tim Le Sota, Betsy Smith

On China Watch Wednesday, Kathleen Winn and Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China discuss critical developments in US-China relations, focusing on President Trump's recent actions to disentangle American interests from Chinese Communist Party (CCP) control.

Attorney Tim Le Sota joins the program to discuss Arizona Attorney General Chris Mays and what he describes as her political use of the office.

Betsy Brantner-Smith from the National Police Association discusses a House Oversight Committee hearing where mayors from Boston, Chicago, Denver, and New York City were questioned about their sanctuary city policies.

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Guests – Aarron Stevenson, Joel Strabala, Tara Rodas

Aaron Stevenson, intelligence analyst and fired DHS whistleblower, joined Winn Tucson to discuss the crisis of missing migrant children in America. Stevenson was let go from his position after exposing an emergent complexity in child trafficking networks in 2021.

Tara Rodis, another whistleblower who worked within HHS, confirmed Stevenson's accounts. She was in Washington D.C. attending a House oversight hearing on leveraging technology to strengthen immigration enforcement.

The program shifted to local Tucson politics, where Joel Strabala provided updates on Proposition 414, a ballot measure that would increase the city's sales tax by half a percent, bringing it to 9.2%.

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Guests – Michael Mccune, Betsy Smith, Yvete Serino, Bob Dohse

Arizona resident Michael McEwen gained unexpected national attention when President Trump retweeted his Facebook post analyzing the confrontation between President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky in the Oval Office.

The National Police Association spokesperson Betsy Brantner Smith discussed several pressing issues facing law enforcement across the country, including recent events in Boston involving a police shooting at a Chick-fil-A.

Bob Dosi announced his candidacy for Arizona's Legislative District 18 House seat, seeking to bring Republican representation to an area currently dominated by Democrats.

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Guests – Thomas Horne, Charles Heller, Dr. Mateja De Leonni

Arizona's education system is grappling with a troubling trend: chronic student absenteeism has more than tripled since COVID.

In a significant legal decision, Pima County's ordinance requiring gun owners to report lost or stolen firearms within 48 hours or face a $1,000 fine per gun has been struck down.

Dr. Mattea De Leoni of Vita Medical Institute shared exciting developments in the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's disease.

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Guests – Betsy Smith, Rob LaMaster, Seth Keshel

significant law enforcement operations are taking place in Arizona that aren't getting enough attention. A recent raid in Maricopa County is tackling money laundering and criminal financial transfers.

Rob LaMaster, Regional Director for Southern Arizona Make-A-Wish Foundation, shared insights about the organization's mission.

Seth Keshel, former Army Captain of Military Intelligence and Afghanistan veteran, correctly forecasted a 312 to 226 electoral vote count in Trump's victory, accurately predicting all 56 electoral races.

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Guests - Ava Chen, Nate Foster - Tucson Police Protective League

Kathleen Winn welcomes Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China for another installment of China Watch Wednesday. Today's focus: how the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is systematically purchasing American farmland through deceptive practices and shell companies, while the full extent remains hidden from public view.

In the second segment, Nate Foster, president of the Tucson Police Protective League, joins Kathleen Winn to discuss why police officers oppose Proposition 414, despite it being marketed as benefiting public safety.

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Guests – Josh Jacobsen, Conrad Reynolds, Blake Eager, Lisa Von Geldern

Josh Jacobson from the Tucson Crime Free Coalition joined the show to discuss Proposition 414, a proposed half-cent sales tax increase in Tucson.

Colonel Conrad Reynolds, U.S. Army retired and a 29-year military veteran, joined the program to discuss election integrity.

Blake Eager, Executive Director of the Southern Arizona Sports Tourism and Film Authority, joined the program to discuss the upcoming World Baseball Classic qualifier tournament in Tucson.

Lisa Von Geldrin joined the program to discuss House Resolution 54, introduced by Representative Andy Biggs, which calls for withdrawing the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO).

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Guests – Sheri Lopez, Jeff Utsch, Betsy Smith

At just 15 years old, Sherri Lopez was trafficked for seven years despite living in what she describes as a secure and caring home. Now the executive director of Pearl at the Mailbox, Lopez is working to help others escape similar situations and rebuild their lives.

Historian Jeff Uch describes President Trump's approach to governance as "modern political theory," drawing a distinction between this and the flawed concept of "modern monetary theory."

The National Police Association has endorsed Kash Patel as the new FBI Director, with spokesperson Betsy Brantner Smith praising his qualifications and leadership.

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Guests – Stephen Mundt, Michael Infanzon, Rachel Keshel

The Department of Defense has entered a new era under Secretary Pete Hegseth's leadership. After one month in office, Hegseth has verified that staffers from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency are now working in the Pentagon to uncover waste, fraud, and abuse in the government's largest discretionary budget.

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Guests – Thomas Horne, Nicholas Ammons, Dave Smith, Betsy Smith

Arizona's Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horn shared details about a recent success story in the state's school safety program.

A mid-air collision between two aircraft near Morana Regional Airport on February 19th claimed two lives. Aviation expert and pilot Dave Smith explained the unique challenges of light aviation that contributed to the incident.

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Guests – Ava Chen, Betsy Smith, Katel McPherson, Charisia Arnold

Each Wednesday, we focus on understanding the influences of other world powers on the United States through China Watch Wednesday. Today we explore BRICS, an intergovernmental organization of emerging market economies aiming to increase their influence in global affairs.

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Guests – Congressman Paul Gosar, Don Critchlow, Dave Smith

Congressman Paul Gosar (R-AZ9) outlined major legislative initiatives aimed at increasing government transparency and strengthening Social Security.

Dr. Donald Critchlow, Director of the Center for American Institutions at Arizona State University, outlined three major proposals for reforming higher education in Arizona.

On its 113th statehood day, Arizona's rich history reflects its diverse foundations in mining, agriculture, and multicultural communities.

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Guests – Ava Chen, Mike Jette

The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has established significant control over the Panama Canal through strategic economic and infrastructure initiatives. Chinese state entities now operate major ports, bridges, and economic development zones along both sides of this crucial waterway. According to expert Ava Chen, these operations extend far beyond commercial interests.

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Guests – Rep. Alex Kolodin, Cheryl Caswell, Betsy Smith

Representative Alex Kolodin of Arizona's third district emphasizes the critical need for election reform in Arizona, pointing to Florida's successful model as a blueprint. The key difference? Florida requires voters to confirm their addresses every election cycle before receiving mail-in ballots.

The conversation shifts to law enforcement with Betsy Smith from the National Police Association, highlighting concerning trends in officer safety. Already in 2024, eight officers have died in the line of duty.

Katie McPherson, an educator and advocate, emphasizes the importance of this legislation in establishing clear boundaries and expectations for all parties involved in the education system.

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Guest Host Dave Smith with Guest Steve Christy, Pima County Supervisors, District 4

Steve Christie, Pima County Supervisor and successful businessman, brings a unique perspective to local governance through his experience in both the private and public sectors. As the conservative voice on the Pima County Board of Supervisors, Christie emphasizes the critical importance of common sense decision-making in government - something he sees making a welcome return after years of ideologically-driven policies.

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