Standpoint with Gabe Groisman

Senator Rick Scott joins Gabe to discuss how Democrats are stalling President Trump's cabinet picks, attempting to stonewall their start to the administration. Senator Scott gives his opinion on RFK’s MAHA movement, Tulsi Gabbard's expertise in national security, and Pete Hegseth’s service to the United States of America. Senator Rick Scott served as a Healthcare CEO and executive for a decade and weighs in on the Left's praise of alleged United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s murderer, Luigi Mangioni.

Last week, Gabe traveled to Washington D.C. to witness President Trump’s inauguration, where he also met with Iowa State Senator Joni Ernst to talk about America’s incoming “Golden Era” under the Trump administration. Senator Ernst and Gabe discuss how President Trump is ready to dismantle government overspending and the plan to tackle the overwhelming debt to American taxpayers. Senator Ernst also recalls a time when a teleworking VA employee decided to join a Zoom call in the bathtub, calling teleworking “glorified vacations.” Joni and Gabe also dissect how President Trump plans to protect Americans by closing the border and Joni’s perspective on the new Israel-Hamas cease-fire and hostage release deal.

On Thursday, January 16th, 2025, Israel and Hamas announced a six-week cease-fire and hostage return deal. IDF Colonel Golan Vach joins Standpoint to discuss the suspicious timing of this deal, with President Trump taking office on January 20th, 2025, and what is to come in the next weeks between Israel, Hamas, and their respective allies. Colonel Golan Vach also has his critiques about the hostage deal and describes the horrendous things he witnessed at the hands of Hamas during his rescue missions after the October 7th attack on Israel, describing Hamas as “worse than Nazis”.

Former Prime Minister of Canada Stephen Harper joins the Standpoint to discuss Justin Trudeau's resignation, the state of Canada’s government, and President Trump’s shocking comments about Canada. Donald Trump recently made remarks surrounding Canada and America’s relationship with lumber, oil, dairy, and more - remarking that Canada should become the 51st state. Ex-Prime Minister Stephen Harper dives into what Trump gets wrong about his comments and emphasizes that Canada wants to be America’s friend and neighbor - not annexed by our allies.

Former Prime Minister Stephen Harper joins to discuss the declining popularity of Justin Trudeau and the potential implications of his resignation. Harper analyzes Trump's provocative remarks suggesting Canada could be the 51st state, emphasizing that Canada values a friendly neighborly relationship, not annexation. Additionally, he reflects on the rise of Pierre Poilievre in Canadian politics, contrasting conservative strategies in both nations and addressing crucial economic policies that could spur growth in resource management.

Producer of the Nova Music Festival Ofir Amir joins Gabe to talk about the Hamas massacre at the Nova Music Festival that took place in the early morning hours of October 7, 2023 in Southern Israel. Ofir was shot in both legs and survived. 411 others were murdered and 47 were taken hostage. Hear Ofir's story, what he saw, and how his community is turning the darkness into light.

In this conversation, Dr. Jonathan Schanzer and Gabe discuss the complex dynamics surrounding the fall of the Assad regime in Syria, the rise of Al-Qaeda, and the implications for U.S. national security. Schanzer highlights the roles of Turkey and Qatar as new players in the region, the impact on Iran and Russia, and the nature of the new leadership under Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). Schanzer emphasizes the need for vigilance and careful management of U.S. interests in a rapidly changing Middle East landscape.

Shabbos Kestenbaum joins Gabe to discuss the explosion of antisemitism in America, and what it means for our country. Shabbos explains his experience at Harvard and his Title 6 lawsuit against Harvard for their abject failure to protect Jewish students.

This episode explores the pressing challenges faced by American cities, particularly focusing on immigration, public safety, and the role of mayors in navigating these issues. Mayor Justin Bibb of Cleveland shares insights on how urban governance is evolving in response to national debates, emphasizing the importance of public safety, economic growth, and addressing systemic barriers to equity. The discussion highlights the balance mayors must strike between accountability in law enforcement and the need for effective public safety measures, as well as the ongoing conversation about equity versus equality in opportunities for all citizens. In this conversation, Gabe and Mayor Bibb discuss the critical role of education as a great equalizer in society, emphasizing the need for systemic improvements in the education system. They explore the importance of exposing youth to diverse career pathways and the implications of affirmative action in promoting diversity in leadership roles. The discussion also touches on public safety in Democratic cities, the necessity of bridging political divides for community progress, and the significance of lived experiences in shaping policies.

In this episode, Colonel Richard Kemp, former British infantry commander and former head of the international terrorism team at the Joint Intelligence Committee in Britain, talks about the threats facing the West, the growing wokeism in our militaries, the threat of Iran, and the disastrous ICC arrest warrants on Israeli leaders.