Kathleen Winn opened the segment with excitement about recent developments in Venezuela, Cuba, and Iran, noting the strategic moves by President Trump—including 25% tariffs on countries doing business with Iran—that appear to be squeezing the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) overseas footholds.

George Khalaf, Republican candidate for the Arizona House in Legislative District 3 and a veteran election data analyst, joined Kathleen Winn to discuss the Free Enterprise Club's new legislative agenda centered on making Arizona affordable again.

Congressman David Schweikert (AZ-01), now running for Arizona governor, spoke from a Ways and Means Committee markup in Washington, where Democrats were delaying bills over abortion-related provisions.

Kathleen Winn welcomed Chris Hoare, disaster response and telecom national security spokesperson for SAT123, a seasoned entrepreneur in satellite communications and emerging technologies. Hoare discussed the escalating protests in Iran, describing them as a genuine grassroots movement with a stronger chance of success than the 2022 uprising. “These protests are not going away,” he said. “The sentiment didn’t disappear after the government crushed the previous ones, and the organizers are back—smarter and better equipped.”

Rodney Glassman, a Republican candidate for Arizona Attorney General, joined Winn to outline his vision for the office.

Darla Gonzalez, grassroots director for Arizona Free Enterprise Club since 2020 and executive director of AZ Liberty Network, spoke about empowering citizens ahead of the 2026 elections.

Kelly Walker, former Arizonan and publisher of Freedom Talk magazine, offered an outside perspective on the state’s political landscape.

Retired sergeant Betsy Smith joined Winn to dissect the controversy surrounding Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and calls from Democrats to defund or even abolish ICE.

Dave Smith joined Winn to widen the lens, framing the Minneapolis events as the culmination of four years of neglected border sovereignty under the Biden administration.

Bruce De Torres, director of communications for the American Small Business League, discussed the Small Business Administration’s recent suspension of nearly 7,000 Minnesota borrowers over suspected pandemic loan fraud totaling almost $400 million.

Former licensed daycare provider Patty Juligay, who operated in Washington state for nearly 20 years, offered a practitioner’s perspective on the exploding Minnesota daycare fraud scandal.

On a fitting Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, radio host Kathleen Winn welcomed Betsy Brantner Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association, to discuss the escalating challenges facing America's law enforcement officers. The conversation quickly turned to high-profile incidents, political rhetoric, and the dangerous consequences of demonizing those who enforce immigration laws.

Winn shifted to education, welcoming Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne to discuss parental rights, court rulings, and ongoing battles over curriculum and school choice.

On a lively broadcast of Winn Tucson, host Kathleen Winn welcomed retired law enforcement veterans Betsy Brantner Smith, Dave Smith, and former U.S. Marshal David Gonzalez—the longest-serving in U.S. history—for a candid, no-holds-barred discussion. The conversation ranged from a fatal ICE confrontation in Minnesota to welfare fraud, January 6 hypocrisy, the 15th anniversary of the Gabby Giffords shooting, and the state of modern policing.

On January 3, 2026, U.S. forces executed a precise military operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife directly from Caracas. This stunning development, carried out just hours after senior Chinese diplomats met with Maduro, has sent shockwaves through Beijing. Ava Chen, a prominent voice from the New Federal State of China, described the event as "the greatest news of the year." She emphasized that without the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) support, the Maduro regime would have collapsed long ago.

Shifting to domestic health policy, the Trump administration unveiled sweeping changes to U.S. dietary guidelines, spearheaded by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Betsy Brantner Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association, shared her personal transformation. "Thirty years ago, I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease—horrible inflammation, in and out of hospitals," she recounted. "Changing my diet to real food, massive protein, and cutting processed garbage cured it. No more Crohn's."

In election integrity news, the U.S. Department of Justice, under the Civil Rights Division led by Harmeet Dhillon, sued Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes for obstructing access to voter records. State Representative Alex Kolodin, running for Secretary of State, called it a critical step. "Fontes pledged defiance, saying they'd have to jail him for the rolls," Kolodin noted. "But this isn't bravery—it's because exposure would reveal worse issues."

Author James Bradley, known for Flags of Our Fathers and his latest novel Precious Freedom, drew stark parallels to America's past military entanglements. Bradley, whose father fought on Iwo Jima and whose brother served in Vietnam, argued that the action risks becoming "Venezuela is Spanish for Vietnam." Bradley emphasized that the U.S. military has not achieved a successful regime change in 80 years, citing failures in Iraq, Libya, and Vietnam.

Tanque Verde Unified School District board member Thomas Trask addressed growing tensions with the Pima County Joint Technical Education District (JTED). Thirteen of 14 member districts are signing a memo urging JTED to reconsider a potential $300 million bond, amid concerns over centralization and funding shifts.

In a stunning operation that unfolded over the weekend of January 3-4, 2026, U.S. forces executed a precise raid in Caracas, capturing Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.

Retired Brigadier General Stephen Mundt described the raid as a near-perfect military achievement. "The people that were involved—Delta Force, the 160th, Air Force groups, Navy operations off ships—over 160 platforms in the air. We cut the power, went in, took Maduro out of a house inside a major military installation, all without a single loss of life.

Eric Eggers, Vice President of Research at the Government Accountability Institute, tied Governor Tim Walz's announcement on January 5, 2026, that he would not seek a third term directly to escalating scrutiny over massive welfare fraud in Minnesota.

Dave Smith highlighted the Maduro capture's precedent. "Like Noriega—prosecuted here, then extradited, died in prison. This isn't novel; Europe and Panama participated in Noriega's case."

Arizona Corporation Commission Chairman Kevin Thompson joined Kathleen Winn to discuss the commission's role in regulating utilities and recent decisions aimed at protecting ratepayers.

Kirk Fiehler, candidate for Legislative District 17 House alongside incumbent Rachel Mitchell, discussed the importance of the 2026 elections.

Josh Jacobsen of the Tucson Crime Free Coalition provided a year-end assessment of local crime trends.

Tucson police officer Jack Dona announced an upcoming Conservative Family Town Hall in Willcox and shared his family's story.

The Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl delivered another memorable spectacle in Tucson, with Fresno State Bulldogs dominating Miami (Ohio) RedHawks in an 18-3 victory at Casino Del Sol Stadium. The game showcased strong defense, community spirit, and celebrity energy that has defined this event. Executive Director Kym Adair highlighted the star power and on-field action. "Snoop Dogg had a lot of fun for sure,"

Shifting to professional football, guest Ben Moline, a longtime Chicago Bears fan, discussed the team's thrilling season. The Bears clinched the NFC North title—their first since 2018—thanks to a Green Bay Packers loss, even before their own game.

The conversation turned serious with retired Brigadier General Stephen Mundt and National Police Association spokesperson Sgt. Betsy Brantner Smith (Ret.), focusing on the escalating Feeding Our Future fraud scheme in Minnesota—a massive scandal involving hundreds of millions in stolen child nutrition funds during the pandemic.

On Christmas Eve, radio host Kathleen Winn welcomed Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China for a special edition of China Watch Wednesday. The discussion focused on the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) sophisticated espionage tactics, military buildup, and growing domestic challenges.

Later in the broadcast, Kathleen Winn welcomed Pima County GOP Chairman Dave Smith for a wide-ranging discussion on local victories, national challenges, and the year ahead.

Aaron Reitz, a Marine Corps veteran, former senior Trump administration official at the Department of Justice, and ex-deputy to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, is campaigning to become Texas' next top law enforcement officer. With Paxton stepping aside to challenge U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, Reitz positions himself as the natural successor to continue aggressive conservative legal action.

Attorney Linley Wilson, formerly with the Arizona House Republicans and now at Holtzman Vogel, announced a major win for election observers in Pima County. After years of restrictions on political party observers during early voting, the 2025 Elections Procedures Manual (EPM) has been updated to ensure access.

Shelli Boggs, Maricopa County School Superintendent and former EVIT board president, addressed the escalating conflict between the East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) and several school districts.

Retired Army Master Sergeant Jack Donna, an intelligence veteran from Sierra Vista, dissected a shocking incident at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).

Child advocate Katey McPherson joined host Kathleen Winn to discuss ongoing issues of student safety in Arizona schools. McPherson, a mother of four and fierce warrior for child protection, highlighted failures in mandatory reporting and the need for greater accountability among educators and administrators.

Retired sergeant Betsy Brantner Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association, returned from Hawaii to join Kathleen Winn for their "Smith & Wynn" segment. The discussion turned to escalating attacks on law enforcement and manipulated crime statistics nationwide.

In Phoenix, Turning Point USA's AmericaFest drew over 30,000 attendees for its first gathering since the assassination of founder Charlie Kirk on September 10, 2025. The four-day event, held at the Phoenix Convention Center, celebrated faith, freedom, and Kirk's enduring influence on young conservatives. Erika Kirk, who assumed leadership of the organization following her husband's death, delivered a powerful opening speech, pledging to continue the mission he began.

Author Drew Thomas Allen joined the discussion to share insights from his book, For Christ and Country: The Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk. Allen, who previously worked as a publicist for Kirk, described the profound personal impact of the assassination.

Mohit Asnani, a Tucson-based cannabis industry leader, discussed the historic executive order signed by President Donald Trump on December 18, 2025, reclassifying marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III—the first change to the Controlled Substances Act in 55 years.

Retired Brigadier General Stephen Mundt joined to reflect on Erika Kirk's leadership and broader issues of political violence, extremism, and foreign policy.

In a wide-ranging discussion on regional infrastructure, host Kathleen Winn sat down with retired General Ted Maxwell to examine Propositions 418 and 419—the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) plan set for a March vote in Pima County. Maxwell, a longtime Oro Valley resident and member of the State Transportation Board, emphasized that the half-cent sales tax extension is essential for maintaining and improving roads across the region.

Shifting to local fiscal concerns, Kathleen Winn welcomed Bill Beard, Municipal Affairs Liaison for the Goldwater Institute, to discuss Tucson's recent attempts to address budget shortfalls.

Later, John Riches, Vice President for Litigation at the Goldwater Institute, joined Winn to celebrate a quiet victory: Pima County's indefinite tabling of a controversial ordinance capping heavy-duty truck trips on county roads.

In a world where threats to freedom often hide in plain sight, understanding the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) long-game strategies is more critical than ever. On this week's China Watch Wednesday, co-host Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China joined me to unpack alarming developments in CCP influence operations—and how they're colliding with shifting global power dynamics.

Shifting to domestic threats, Jan Edwards joined from Orlando en route to Arizona to discuss the escalating dangers facing children online. "This year alone, 36 boys have committed suicide due to sextortion," Edwards revealed. "Predators exploit kids' isolation—especially post-pandemic."

Locally, JL Wittenbraker attended Tuesday's Tucson City Council meeting and reported on a series of approved tax and fee increases.

Investor Gentry Beach, a longtime friend of Donald Trump Jr. and founder of America First Global, sees peace emerging in the Russia-Ukraine conflict sooner than expected. "Peace is coming, and it's coming, in my opinion, sooner rather than later," Beach declared.

State Representative Alex Kolodin, running for Arizona Secretary of State, discussed the impact of dark money funneled through NGOs into Arizona politics. A recent report revealed millions directed toward electing Democrats and influencing legislation.

Radio host and former prosecutor John Gordan expressed deep skepticism about the official narrative surrounding conservative activist Charlie Kirk's September 2025 assassination at Utah Valley University. Suspect Tyler Robinson has been charged, but Gordan questions whether he acted alone or was the true shooter.

State Representative Joseph Chaplik announced his candidacy for Arizona's 1st Congressional District, vacated by David Schweikert's gubernatorial run.

Tragedy at Brown University: A Campus in Mourning. Retired Brigadier General Stephen Mundt, joining host Kathleen Winn from Virginia, described the loss as tragic: "These victims... they're somebody's sons and daughters... Their students were going to finish up finals and then celebrate whatever way they celebrate. And now, forever, the holidays will be a reminder of these deaths. And it's tragic. It is absolutely tragic."

In a detailed interview, Scot Mussi of the Arizona Free Enterprise Club unveiled a comprehensive report on a vast network of liberal nonprofits engineered to flip Arizona blue.

In a fiery Friday broadcast of Winn Tucson on 1030 The Voice, host Kathleen Winn brought listeners a rapid-fire mix of breaking national-security developments, local tax fights, and deep dives into family, faith, and election integrity. Guests Lisa Von Geldern, J.P. De Gance of Communio, and election-litigation attorney Neal Cornett joined Winn for a no-holds-barred discussion that ranged from alleged U.S. military operations in Venezuela to the battle over voter observers in Pima County.

Filmmaker Michael Pack joined Kathleen Winn to reflect on his documentary The Last 600 Meters, which chronicles two pivotal battles of the Iraq War in Najaf and Fallujah. Pack shared positive reception from screenings, including a moving reunion in Washington, D.C., just before Veterans Day.

Pam Neal, chair of the 2026 Southern Arizona Heart and Stroke Ball, discussed efforts to provide CPR kits, training, and AED machines to schools across six counties: Pima, Cochise, Santa Cruz, Yuma, Greenlee, and Graham.

Cheryl Caswell, Republican candidate for Arizona House in LD19, announced she has already doubled the required petition signatures months ahead of the April 2026 deadline. Spanning five counties from Pima to the New Mexico line, LD19 voters consistently raise concerns about border security, rising crime linked to fentanyl, homelessness, and election integrity.