Economic War Room

Explore the mounting monetary risks facing the U.S., from soaring debt and inflation to weakening demand for Treasuries and accelerating de-dollarization. Andy Schectman outlines why gold and silver remain critical hedges, highlighting central bank accumulation and structural market dislocations. Jason Cozens explains how modern tech enables everyday spending in gold, bridging sound money with today’s digital payments. Practical strategies, historical context, and actionable steps to safeguard family and business wealth.

An unflinching analysis of how cartels, fentanyl trafficking, and precursor chemicals fuel a black market, reshaping borders, budgets, and communities. Sara A. Carter, director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy, outlines a strategy targeting supply chains, financial networks, and multinational facilitators behind synthetic opioids. The conversation spotlights border security, clean supply chains, and accountability for manufacturers of precursor chemicals. It also details recovery-focused initiatives, homelessness solutions, prevention, and faith-centered support to protect American families.

This conversation reveals how major asset managers used client capital and proxy votes to push social agendas, reshaping corporate behavior without shareholder consent. Kevin Freeman and Derek Kreifels expose the risks to pensions, fiduciary duty, and returns when ESG and DEI mandates supersede performance. They outline concrete strategies — proxy voting audits, shareholder engagement, and value-aligned index design — to restore accountability. Learn how Prospr Aligned empowers investors to match capital with values and performance.

From Paul Ehrlich’s failed predictions to Julian Simon’s winning bet, this analysis explores how human ingenuity outpaces fears of scarcity. Kevin Freeman contrasts third-party payer health care with first-party market dynamics, highlighting incentives, costs, and outcomes. Historical case studies — from the Pilgrims to Venezuela vs. Poland — illustrate why private property and free markets drive prosperity. The takeaway is to align incentives, protect property rights, and let markets allocate scarce resources.

Explore the historical roots and global spread of Sharia as author-historian William J. Federer outlines its legal framework, political ambitions, and cultural impacts. Kevin Freeman connects past patterns to present-day trends in Europe and the United States, examining immigration, governance, and social cohesion. The discussion contrasts Sharia principles with Western constitutional norms and human rights. Learn where to access Federer’s research, including “What Every American Needs to Know About the Quran.”

Kevin Freeman and Ryan Helfenbein examine five critical issues — Iran, Israel, immigration, Islam, and civic involvement — through a Christian worldview and real-time policy lens. They discuss Charlie Kirk’s legacy, media narratives, and the geopolitical shifts after U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear program. The conversation covers Israel’s modern and biblical significance, the rise of anti-Semitism, and the importance of authentic messaging to young people. They close with practical steps for families and citizens to engage locally and nationally.

From Hollywood hurdles to historic accuracy, filmmaker Mark Joseph reveals the 19-year journey behind bringing Ronald Reagan’s life to the screen. Hear insider stories from the set, the surprising Soviet vantage point, and why audiences embraced the film despite critical pushback. Explore Reagan’s leadership, resilience, and strategic brilliance through firsthand accounts from those who knew him best. Plus, insights from Joseph’s new book, "Making Reagan," and where to watch the film now.

A strategic breakdown of U.S. strikes on Iran, the regime’s vulnerabilities, and how precision operations could enable change without large-scale deployment. Rod Martin analyzes the regional cascade — from Hezbollah and Hamas to the Abraham Accords — and the global ripple effects on China, Russia, and oil markets. Discover how tanker interdictions, sanctions, and technology shape a broader containment plan aimed at Beijing. Economic implications, midterm politics, and the path to a freer, more stable Iran are assessed with clarity.

From Texas and Florida to Arkansas, Louisiana, and Missouri, a growing bloc of states is advancing legal frameworks to make gold spendable money again, with modern guardrails, audits, and insured vaulting. Kevin Freeman and Mike Carter outline how standardized rules, multiple private providers, and state oversight can unlock secure, real-time gold payments without government takeover. Learn why this movement expands financial sovereignty, reduces friction and scams, and may reshape taxes and custody for everyday savers. Momentum is building nationwide as legislatures implement systems that align with Article I, Section 10 and today’s payment tech.

Texas faces coordinated threats, with Frank Gaffney outlining why the state’s outcome could shape America’s future. From infrastructure building to political pressure, the conversation details concerns about Sharia governance and the recent Texas GOP vote to prohibit it. The discussion covers alleged foreign influence, policy responses, and a national push for a Sharia Free America Caucus. Kevin Freeman and Gaffney highlight momentum, risks, and next steps for Texans and beyond.