Issues & Ideas: News Commentary & Analysis With Chris DeBello

Join us for commentary, analysis and truthful conversation about the latest news, politics and current events including how Donald Trump addresses the economy and other issues leading up to the midterms, the cyberattacks on U.S. water systems, the latest detainee death and the Delaney Hall ICE detention center, how federal funding cuts endanger university-base research projects and how the importance of listening as revealed by the Bible.

(00:00) Some of what unfolded as Donald Trump spoke in Las Vegas this past week including his take on the economy and the consequences of his words is reviewed.

(02:38) Cybersecurity expert Chris Nyhuis, CEO of Vigilant, gives his analysis of the series of cyber-attacks on U.S. water systems, their impact along with how and why they're happening and the ways they need to be responded to.

(17:23) Molly Linhorst, Staff Attorney with the ACLU-NJ, reacts to the latest detainee death at the ICE-operated Delaney Hall detention center in Newark NJ, the continued existence of subpar conditions and who responsibility rests with.

(33:54) Prof. Darren Lipomi, Chair of the Department Of Chemical & Sustainability Engineering at Rochester University & host of the Molecular Podcasting podcast, explains the process and role of university-based research and what could change as federal funding is cut.

(47:58) Chris DeBello shares what the Bible teaches about the importance of hearing and listening.

Join us for commentary, analysis and honest conversation about the latest news, politics and current events including this past week's Senate hearing featuring Dr. Anthony Fauci, the roots of the gun culture in America, how imports are impacting access and costs for generic drugs, a NJ program that's giving a strong future for a historic arts location and the foundations of conspiracies as revealed by the Bible.

(00:00) What unfolded when Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before a Senate Committee and was confronted by Senator Rand Paul is discussed along with the naming of who should be answering questions about the Covid virus and response to it.

(09:54) NY Times investigative journalist Mike McIntire explains the roots and history of America's gun culture, the groups behind the expansion of its influence and the efforts made to preserve it.

(23:17) Andrew Rechenberg, Senior Economist with the Coalition For A Prosperous America, shares the findings of their report on generic drugs The Hollowing Out Of America's Medicine Cabinet which reveals the consequences of relying on foreign imports of even the most common medicines.

(35:32) Bill Crandall, President of the Rialto Center For Creativity in Westfield NJ, tells how a state program has provided funding for an expanded future for the historic location and the role a cultural center can have for a community.

(46:10) Chris DeBello presents how the Bible teaches about the roots of conspiracies.

Join us for commentary, analysis and honest conversation about the latest news, politics and current events including Donald Trump's midterm election strategy and what history reveals about it, an analysis of Trump's 2020 election claims, stories of those whose lives and work added to the strength of America, Pete Hegseth's time before the U.S. Senate Appropriations committee regarding the Iran war and the ways that God's promise empowers His children.

(00:00) Donald Trump's midterms strategy involving the use of a single word and how political history reveals the fate of this strategy is examined.

(10:17) Ken Block, who was hired by the Trump campaign to find voter fraud after the 2020 election, shares his analysis of Donald Trump's recent speech about U.S. elections, whether the revelation about undocumented immigrants registering to vote in NJ backs up Trump's claims and steps needed to preserve U.S. elections.

(27:01) Richard Battle presents the stories of people whose accomplishments during the 20th century gave strength to America and provide lessons for everyone today.

(39:42) Pete Hegseth's time before the Senate Appropriations Committee being questioned about requested funding for the war in Iran is reviewed.

(45:47) Chris DeBello looks at the many ways the Bible connects the faithful to God's promise.

Join us for commentary, analysis and honest conversation about the latest news, politics and current events including claims made about U.S. elections, mail-in voting, the latest actions by DHS and ICE, the 2020 Presidential election and an easy way to discover important lessons found in the Bible.

(00:00) Donald Trump's speech and his claims about America's election system, amil-in voting and the SVE America Act from this past week are examined.

(08:29) Stephen Richer, former Maricopa County Arizona election official, Visiting Senior Fellow at the Ash Center For Democratic Governance & Innovation at Harvard's Kennedy School, Legal Fellow with the CATO Institute's Robert A. Levy Center For Constitutional Studies and CEO of Republic Affairs, gives his analysis of Donald Trump's claims about U.S. elections and the voting process.

(21:24) William Angus with the No ICE In North Jersey Alliance reacts the resumption of plans for an ICE detention center in Northwest NJ and explains the resistance this and other ICE efforts in Northern NJ will be met with.

(36:38) The Senate confirmation hearing of Jay Clayton for DNI Director and his trouble with one question is reviewed.

(42:42) Chris DeBello shows how remembering one number leads to some of the most valuable lessons in the Bible.

Join us for expert discussions, commentary and analysis on the latest news, politics, finances including another shooting death by ICE, the SNAP program, children's financial future, women in the military, how data centers are being responded to and this week's Bible study.

(00:00) What's known, remains unknown and why regarding the shooting death of a Houston man by an ICE officer.

(02:17) How SNAP recipients who lose food due to power outages can get that food replaced.

(05:13) CNBC contributor Jimmy Lebenthal, partner and Chief Equity Strategist at Cerity Partners, gives his analysis of the Trump Account financial program for children and the opportunity the program provides.

(15:21) The financial performance of two Trump-related investment platforms.

(18:30) Former U.S. Air Force Commander Eileen Isola discusses her new book which tells the story of women who joined the Air Force, the resistance they overcame and their achievements over the past 50 years.

(32:03) McKenna Beck with the Natural Resources Defense Council tells how a new law in New Jersey addresses data centers by protecting residents from higher energy costs and mandating actions by data center owners.

(42:53) Chris DeBello presents an easy way to remember many of the most important lessons found in the Bible.

Join us in this best of edition for expert discussions and analysis on news, politics, the midterm elections, the future of Social Security, investing and financial strategies, what a career in music offers and how the Bible reveals that fun and happiness come from God.

(00:00) Lanny Davis, political veteran and Special Counsel to President Clinton, discusses the current Washington DC political climate and explains what steps Democrats need to take leading up to the midterm elections.

(11:50) Marc Goldwein presents the details of the latest report from the Social Security Administration on the financial solvency of the program, what would happen if no actions are taken and what steps need to be taken to strengthen it.

(23:05) CNBC Contributor Jimmy Lebenthal shares ideas and strategies about investing and how to create a plan which best fits goals. 

(34:53) Singer/songwriter Karen Hardy talks about her music career, the challenges it presented and what her future goals are.

(46:41) Chris DeBello reveals how the Bible teaches that fun and happiness are blessings from God

Join us for expert discussions and analysis on today's news, politics, the latest about the Reflecting Pool, studying and understanding the Declaration Of Independence, the role of martyrs in American history, the Faith of America's Founding Fathers and how the Bible reveals that the rights stated in the Declaration Of Independence are gifts from God.

(00:00) A look at the ongoing saga and claims being made about the Reflecting Pool in Washington DC and the way Donald Trump has made it a top priority.

(01:38) David Bobb, President & CEO of the Bill Of Rights Institute, talks about the importance and value of studying the Declaration Of Independence, the history behind the creation of the document and the ways it's misunderstood.

(12:21) Professor Gloria Browne-Marshall, Professor of Constitutional Law at John Jay College, discusses the meaning and goals of the July 5 Martyrs Day along with the role that martyrs have played throughout American history.

(23:41) Mark Burrell shares how Faith guided and inspired America's Founding Fathers.

(35:58) Chris DeBello examines how the Bible reveals that the rights stated in the Declaration Of Independence are true gifts from God.

(42:27) A reading of the Declaration Of Independence by Max McLean.

Join us for expert discussions and analysis on today's news, politics, the U.S. deal to end the war with Iran, how Democrats need to approach the midterms, living with HIV and the importance of testing, the ways scammers use AI and what the Bible teaches about fatherhood.

(00:00) Peter D. Johnston, Managing Director with Negotiation Advice International, shares his analysis of the Memo Of Understanding between the U.S. and Iran, the way it came about and whether it will result in a lasting end to the war in Iran.

(13:24) Attorney and former Special Counsel for President Bill Clinton Lanny Davis discusses the current political landscape and how Democrats need to respond to it leading up to the midterms.

(27:48) In recognition of June 27 being National HIV Testing Day CVS Specialty Pharmacist Helen Everett and CVS Specialty patient Christopher Hooper who's living with HIV talk about the importance of testing and being proactive in addressing HIV.

(38:35) Cybersecurity expert Jeff Lunglhofer, Chief Security Officer with Coinbase, explains how criminals are using AI to launch scams and how to defend against them.

(47:06) On this Father's Day Chris DeBello looks at what the Bible teaches about fatherhood.

Join us for expert discussions and analysis on today's news, politics, the economy and inflation, the latest on an ICE detention center in NJ, the current financial state of Social Security, facts about the economic value of immigrants, challenges of a music career and Biblical warnings about idolatry along with what the American Flag means.
 
(00:00) What recent words by Donald Trump will mean for the midterm elections are discussed.

(01:39) Gerson Gibbs, Senior Managing Partner with Belite Capital, gives his analysis of the May CPI number and what lies ahead for the U.S. economy.

(11:38) The latest regarding the proposed ICE detention center in northwest NJ is shared.

(13:28) Marc Goldwein, Senior Vice-President and Senior Policy Director with the Committee For A Responsible Federal Budget, tells what the latest report by the Social Security Administration reveals about the future of the program.

(24:38) How immigrants pay far more into benefit programs than they receive help from is explained.

(30:21) Singer and songwriter Karen Hardy talks about her career, what lead her to singing and writing music as well as what winning the recent Amplify Your Ambitions music competition will mean for her career. Check out Karen's music on Spotify and Apple Music

(42:09) Chris DeBello reveals how the Bible confirms that idolatry isn't part of respecting the American Flag along with what the American Flag represents as revealed by the Pledge Of Allegiance.

Join us for expert discussions and analysis on today's news, politics, facts about the January 6 rioters, ICE actions at Delaney Hall in Newark NJ, how The GEO Group profits from immigration detention centers, a realistic solution to illegal immigration, birthright citizenship, seniors not applying for programs that would financially help them and how happiness and fun are Blessings from God.
 
(00:00) Details about January 6th U.S. Capitol rioters who Donald Trump pardoned plus now wants to give taxpayer money to and the crimes they've since committed.

(02:24) Brendan Glavin, Director Of Insights with Open Secrets, tells how and why The GEO Group has become the lead provider of detention centers for ICE including Delaney Hall in Newark NJ and the amount of money involved with this industry.

(13:29) GOP Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27) explains how her proposed immigration legislation would result in a realistic solution to illegal immigration versus the plans and actions being used today.

(26:51) Michael O'Neill, Vice-President For Legal Affairs with Landmark Legal Foundation, looks back at the U.S. Supreme Court hearing the case on birthright citizenship according to the 14th Amendment and what the ruling later this month may turn out to be.

(39:40) Jessica Johnson, Senior Strategist For Economic Well-Being with the National Council On Aging, discusses how many seniors aren't enrolling in benefits programs, how participation rates vary and the assistance provided by the Benefits Checkup website.

(49:10) Chris DeBello shares how the Bible teaches all to have fun in life through the Blessings of God.