Guests - John O'Connor, Jay Feely, Jack Dona

The normalization of political grift has reached a tipping point, and holding officials accountable must start by examining historical precedent. Former Assistant U.S. Attorney and author John O'Connor points to the history of the Clintons as the prime example of profound corruption.

The current political landscape demands leaders who prioritize the safety and economic security of Americans over partisan agendas. Jay Feely, a former NFL kicker and CBS broadcaster, is running for Congress in Arizona's 1st Congressional District to effectuate change on a national scale.

The global geopolitical board is shifting rapidly following targeted kinetic strikes on Iranian leadership. Retired Master Sergeant and intelligence officer Jack Dona assesses the situation as a marvel of military intelligence that has effectively decapitated Iran's command and control.

Guests - Betsy Smith, Rachel Keshel, Laurie Moore

Host Kathleen Winn opened the discussion with Betsy Brantner Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association, reflecting on the ongoing case of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance in Tucson.

State Representative Rachel Keschel (LD 17) described "hell week" at the legislature: "We submitted a record number of bills—1,136... We're supposed to be small-government Republicans, but here we are." A 19-hour day ended at 5:15 a.m.

PC Laurie Moore criticized the Board of Supervisors' anti-ICE stance: "I had them raise a hand if they were going to work with ICE, and only Steve Christy raised his hand." She tied this to Democrats sitting during the State of the Union.

Guests - Andy Biggs, John Winchester, Dave Smith

Congressman Andy Biggs, fresh from Washington, described the State of the Union atmosphere as electric. At least 50 Democrats refused to stand for key points, including prioritizing U.S. citizens over illegal aliens. President Trump shook hands with Biggs and likely Congressman Crane upon entering.

John Winchester, running for the LD17 House seat in a crowded field currently held by Rachel Jones, discussed the late legislative session. Bills advanced through committees, heading to the Senate amid budget flows. Winchester, with a master's in public administration and political philosophy, has been involved in southern Arizona politics since high school.

Dave Smith highlighted the recorder's office failing to remove bad addresses from voter rolls despite notifications. Mail-in ballots lack legitimacy checks; observers report rushed signature verifications, eroding faith. Many Republicans abstain due to perceived fraud, benefiting opponents.

Guests - Ava Chen, Laurie Moore

Joining Kathleen on Winn Tucson is Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China, offering insights into global threats tying back to the speech's themes. Chen connected the Democrats' behavior to predictions made by Miles Guo seven years ago. Guo outlined a CCP strategy called "3F": create weakness, foment chaos, and drive destruction, while using Americans against Americans.

Laurie Moore, a dedicated patriot and advocate from LD 17 in Pima County, joined to unpack the State of the Union speech's local implications. Recognized as Advocate of the Year, Moore shared her enthusiasm.

Guests - Mary Ann Mendoza, John Gordon, Stephen Mundt

In a poignant discussion, Kathleen Winn speaks with Mary Ann Mendoza, an angel mom from Mesa, Arizona, whose son, Brandon Mendoza, was tragically killed by an illegal immigrant in 2014. Mendoza shares the story of her son, a dedicated Mesa police officer who embodied service and community spirit.

Kathleen Winn engages with John Gordon, a legal analyst, entrepreneur, and former candidate for Georgia Attorney General, on election irregularities and the upcoming midterms. Gordon emphasizes the need for election reform in swing states like Georgia and Arizona.

Kathleen Winn discusses the State of the Union and international affairs with retired Brigadier General Steven Mundt. Mundt notes Trump's approval ratings align with historical mid-second-term figures, attributing dips to immigration perceptions. He criticizes Democrats like Chuck Schumer and Ruben Gallego for boycotting, contrasting with Mark Kelly's attendance, possibly tied to election cycles.

Guests – Randy Sutton Founder of The Wounded Blue, Alex Kolodin, Betsy Smith

In a candid discussion, Kathleen Winn delves into the ongoing Nancy Guthrie disappearance case, now approaching a month without resolution. The case, marked by tragedy and investigative missteps, has drawn national attention and calls for federal intervention. Randy Sutton, a retired Las Vegas police lieutenant with 34 years of experience and founder of The Wounded Blue, offers a pointed critique. As a law enforcement commentator who's followed the case from the start, Sutton emphasizes the importance of resources in complex investigations.

Alex Kolodin, candidate for Secretary of State, addresses Pima County's voter rolls. "The voter roles were in Pima County or the dirtiest in the state," he states.

Betsy Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association, reflects on the Lincoln Day Luncheon: "The energy in the room... I'm still getting compliments."

"Pima County is a really fun place," she quotes an attendee.

Guests - Jay Tolkoff, Joseph Chaplik, Tara Oster

Guests - Neil Cornett, Dave Smith

On today’s edition of Winn Tucson, host Kathleen Winn welcomed Neal Cornett, Director of State Litigation for the Oversight Project, to discuss pressing issues surrounding Arizona's newly adopted 2025 Elections Procedures Manual (EPM). The conversation centered on a letter sent by the Oversight Project and the Pima County Republican Party to Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes and Attorney General Kris Mayes, demanding they disavow or clarify certain provisions that the groups argue infringe on First Amendment rights and invite potential abuse.

Winn and guest Dave Smith critiqued recent comments by Rep. Adelita Grijalva following her visit to an ICE detention facility in Eloy. Grijalva described meeting elderly detainees, including a 79-year-old Cuban asylum seeker with advancing dementia and a Phoenix resident with leukemia.

Guests - Dave Smith, Juan Ciscomani, Ava Chen

Host Kathleen Winn opened the broadcast by shifting the usual China Watch Wednesday schedule to accommodate guests and pressing local issues dominating Pima County.

Dave Smith joined Winn to recap two dramatic public meetings held the previous day: one at the Pima County Board of Supervisors and another at the Marana Town Council.

Congressman Juan Ciscomani (CD6) joined the program fresh off receiving an endorsement from Turning Point USA. He described his district as one-third Republican, one-third Democrat, one-third independent—making it the nation's most competitive congressional seat after recent redistricting.

Ava Chen, representing the New Federal State of China, analyzed Xi Jinping's recent purge of top PLA leadership—including childhood friend General Zhang Youxia (former procurement chief) and the joint staff/intelligence director.

Guests – Ted Maxwell, Alex Kolodin, Betsy Smith

On a rainy Tuesday in mid-February 2026, Winn Tucson dove deep into the hot-button issues shaping southern Arizona: the future of regional transportation funding, ongoing battles over election observation and security, and the frustrations many residents feel toward local governance.

Host Kathleen Winn led spirited, no-holds-barred conversations with three key guests: Ted Maxwell, RTA Board member and Chair of the Arizona State Transportation Board; Alex Kolodin, Arizona State Representative (LD 3) and candidate for Secretary of State; and Betsy Brantner Smith, retired police sergeant and vocal Pima County Republican activist.