Paul Rieckhoff

Senator Mark Kelly, a retired U.S. Navy captain and astronaut, discusses military ethics and defends his call for service members to refuse unlawful orders after facing attacks from the Trump administration. Veterans advocate Paul Rieckhoff analyzes how Trump is reshaping military policy to serve his personal interests. Both highlight the dangers of unchecked military power and propose that Congress must restore constraints on presidential military actions. The conversation also debunks the administration’s justifications for the invasion of Venezuela.

In this lively discussion, Paul Rieckhoff, founder of Independent Veterans of America and former U.S. Army veteran, dives into America's mass shooting crisis and the alarming culture of grievance fueling extremism. He highlights how isolation among young men contributes to these issues and the failures of political leadership in offering positive role models. Rieckhoff also emphasizes the potential of independent veteran candidates to bridge political divides and inspire civic renewal, suggesting that fresh perspectives could restore hope in governance.

Paul Rieckhoff, a veteran advocate and founder of Independent Veterans of America, discusses critical topics including Trump’s controversial Afghan visa shutdown and its impact on U.S. credibility. He emphasizes the moral obligation to protect wartime allies and the threat of ongoing national security deterioration. Rieckhoff also highlights discussions around potential war crimes related to military strategies, the power dynamic of Trump’s messaging, and the burgeoning independent movement among veterans challenging political extremes.

Paul Rieckhoff, an Iraq War veteran and host of the 'Independent Americans' podcast, shares his insights on Pete Hegseth's controversial nomination for secretary of defense. Rieckhoff critiques the political maneuvers surrounding Hegseth and the cultural tensions within the military. He also discusses the potential implications of Tulsi Gabbard as DNI, emphasizing the need for qualified leadership in national security. The conversation sheds light on the risks of politicizing the military and the importance of accountability in political appointments.

Eddie Glaude, Princeton professor and commentator on race and politics. Molly Jong-Fast, political writer and podcast host. Paul Rieckhoff, veterans advocate and national security voice. Steve Liesman, economics reporter and market analyst. They dissect Trump's Davos remarks, NATO and dollar trust, immigration enforcement and political risk, market checks on presidential power, and the TikTok restructuring tied to business and media influence.