After wrapping up our long-running discussion of the GOP, we shift focus to the Democratic Party — both nationally and in deep-red states. Joining the show is Dr. Will Boyd, candidate for governor in Alabama, who talks about the challenges and opportunities facing Democrats in a Republican stronghold. From grassroots energy and TikTok traction to unions and small business concerns, Dr. Boyd explains how Democrats are building momentum and even drawing support across the aisle. Is this the moment Democrats can finally make inroads in states like Alabama?

Since episode one, America’s News Hour has been tracking the Republican Party’s transformation — from the Tea Party years to Trump’s populist takeover. In this episode, Bill Bernardoni stitches together insights from former Congressmen Joe Walsh, Adam Kinzinger, Rodney Davis, and leading strategists to paint a clear picture of where the GOP stands in 2025. The party is powerful, flush with energy, and riding a populist wave — but also fractured, ideologically divided, and facing existential risks. With a razor-thin House majority, looming redistricting battles, and the specter of Medicaid cuts, the GOP risks collapse under its own contradictions. Former insiders explain why populism is hard to sustain, why Trump’s movement may not outlast him, and what’s at stake heading into the 2026 midterms. Is this the peak of MAGA power — or the beginning of its unraveling?

From June 29th - America’s News Hour takes a deep dive into the risks and realities of our connected world. Host Bill Bernardoni is joined by John Bambenek, founder of Bambenek Consulting and author of Lies, Damn Lies & AI: Navigating the Future of Technology. In this wide-ranging conversation, Bambenek breaks down:

• Whether Iran has the cyber capabilities to attack U.S. critical infrastructure
• How “mega” data leaks often recycle old breaches — and why strong passwords & multi-factor authentication still matter
• Why your debit card keeps getting compromised
• How lax corporate security spending enables hackers
• The hidden ways AI is already shaping decisions about credit, education, and opportunity
• Why the future may look a lot like a “digital DMV” without careful oversight
  From global cyber threats to the personal scams in your inbox, this is a must-hear segment for anyone who wants to stay informed and secure in the AI era.

From June 29th - America’s News Hour welcomes U.S. Army Retired Brigadier General Ernie Audino, host of Frontlines Report on Talk Media Network. Audino joins Bill Bernardoni to deliver a hard-hitting analysis of President Trump’s recent strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities — calling it a textbook operation that protected U.S. and Israeli interests without triggering a regional quagmire. He warns, however, that Tehran remains committed to its nuclear ambitions, and lays out why regime change — not nation building — may now be a vital U.S. national interest. From the history of Iran’s rise after the U.S. withdrawal from Iraq, to the Shia Crescent’s expansion to the Mediterranean, Audino explains why durable peace in Iran will require sustained pressure and force, not concessions.

From June 29th - America’s News Hour welcomes Matt Mackowiak, founder of Potomac Strategy Group, publisher of the Must Read Texas newsletter, and ATX Pulse. Mackowiak joins Bill Bernardoni to break down President Trump’s high-stakes strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, calling it a “brilliantly executed” decision that avoided dragging the U.S. into another Middle East quagmire. He also dives into the “One Big Beautiful Bill” debate, explaining the tension between fiscal hardliners and swing-district Republicans. From there, Mackowiak analyzes the 2026 election map, warning of the GOP’s razor-thin House majority, potential losses from Wisconsin redistricting, and why Democrats may have a slight edge in taking back the chamber. He lays out what Republicans must do to sell their agenda — from border security wins to tax relief proposals — if they hope to beat the historical odds in midterms.

From June 29th - America’s News Hour opens this week with Andy Hooser, vice chair of the Kansas GOP and host of The Voice of Reason (HooserReason.com). Hooser shares why he believes Donald Trump’s recent moves on Iran and Israel were “absolutely the right call,” and why decades of failed U.S. policy in the Middle East make the administration’s approach unique. He also breaks down the Democratic Party’s “three-way civil war” and warns that the GOP’s growing populist coalition is both a strength and a potential vulnerability heading into 2026. From the MAGA movement’s transformation of the party to whether populism can survive after Trump, Hooser offers a candid inside look at Republican politics, strategy, and challenges in the years ahead.

From June 22nd - In the final segment of this episode, host Bill Bernardoni speaks with award-winning investigative journalist and political analyst Lisa Daftari, founder and editor of The Foreign Desk (ForeignDeskNews.com), about the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. Daftari explains why confronting Iran’s regime is a core U.S. national security interest, how the Iranian people view the current crisis, and the nuance behind protests both inside and outside the country. She addresses the potential for regime change, why Iran is not Iraq or Afghanistan, and the key “tipping point” factors that could push Iranians into a decisive democratic uprising.

From June 22nd - America’s News Hour connects directly to Israel as host Bill Bernardoni speaks with David Rubin, founder and president of the Shiloh Israel Children’s Fund, former mayor of Shiloh, and author of Trump and the Jews. Rubin gives a candid assessment of the rapidly escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, explaining why he believes diplomacy is off the table and why Israel’s recent strikes on Iranian nuclear and military infrastructure mark a turning point. He outlines the roles of Iran’s proxies, the importance of U.S.-Israel ties, and why he views this fight as a modern battle of good versus evil — one that has deep implications for Western civilization.

Learn more: https://IsraelChildren.org/

From June 22nd - America’s News Hour steps away from politics to spotlight a powerful new cultural project. Musician and National Guard veteran Ian Gindes joins Bill Bernardoni to discuss Letters from the Front, a multimedia initiative transforming soldiers’ personal wartime letters into original classical compositions.
Drawing from over 600 letters preserved at the Pritzker Military Museum — spanning from the Revolutionary War to Iraq — Gindes and his creative team are crafting an accessible, melodic work designed for both classical audiences and the general public. He shares how the letters were selected, the process of working with composer Patrick Zimmerli, and why they aimed for an “American sound” inspired by Aaron Copland. Recording begins in February 2026, with release planned for America’s 250th birthday celebration. 

Learn more about the project: https://lettersfromthefront.net/

Support the project: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lettersusa250/letters-from-the-front

From June 22nd - America’s News Hour continues its deep dive into the state of the Republican Party with longtime GOP strategist and my own political mentor Mark Campbell, founder of Intellz Competitive Intelligence and Strategy and senior fellow at the Leadership Institute. Campbell breaks down how Donald Trump’s populism has reshaped the party, why modern campaigns run on micro-targeted voter data instead of traditional polling, and what’s at stake in the razor-thin Republican House majority heading into the 2026 midterms. He also weighs in on the next generation of GOP leaders, the Democrats’ bench problem, and why Gavin Newsom’s presidential ambitions may already be over.