America At Night with McGraw Milhaven

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Beijing Bargains, Broken Pasts, and Big-Rig Battles” Oct 31, 2025

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On Rich Valdés America at Night, we’re tackling the biggest stories shaping the nation and the world. USAF Brigadier General (Ret.) Blaine Holt, Air Force veteran and Newsmax contributor, breaks down Trump’s new deal with China following his meeting with Xi—including a potential fentanyl crackdown. Then, Jonathan Soto, New Jersey pastor and former councilman, shares his powerful story of redemption after facing corruption and drug charges, and how he’s inspiring others while backing Trump and Ciattarelli amid a growing Hispanic conservative shift. Finally, Kerry Pickett of The Washington Times reports on truck drivers sounding the alarm over non-English-speaking operators and Sen. Grassley’s probe into nonprofit ties to the Chinese Communist Party.

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“Melissa, Markets, and the Meeting with Xi: Oct 30, 2025

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On Rich Valdés America at Night, we’re covering the storms shaking both weather and world affairs. Joe Bastardi, Chief Meteorologist at Weatherbell.com, tracks Hurricane Melissa and what it means for the East Coast. Then, Steve Moore, economist and former Trump advisor, breaks down the Fed’s rate cuts, Trump’s high-stakes meeting with China’s Xi, and the global battle over trade and rare earths. Finally, Kenneth Abramowitz, national security expert and author of The Multifront War, explains how the Gaza ceasefire is being tested as Israel and Hamas exchange fire. All that and more—tonight on America at Night with Rich Valdés.

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“Mamdani, Media, and Misconduct: Mayoral Race Under the Microscope” Oct 29, 2025

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Tonight on Rich Valdés America at Night, we’re diving into the controversies shaking up politics coast to coast. Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN, 5th District) joins Rich to discuss calls for deportation proceedings against NYC mayoral candidate Zoran Mamdani and questions over his U.S. citizenship. Then, Asra Nomani, journalist and editor of The Pearl Project, exposes the inner workings of “The Mamdani Machine” and what’s really driving his campaign. Finally, Kevin Mooney, investigative reporter and author with Restoration News and The Heritage Foundation, breaks down the New Jersey governor’s race and how Mikie Sherrill’s campaign is accused of blocking an attack ad in violation of free speech laws. All that and more, only on America at Night with Rich Valdés.

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“Faith, Freedom, and Foreign Affairs Oct 28, 2025

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On this episode of Rich Valdés America at Night, we’re tackling the issues shaping America and the world. First, Rep. Marlin Stutzman (R-IN, 3rd District) joins Rich to discuss the Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act of 2025, Indiana’s redistricting battle, and the debate over SNAP benefits in Congress. Then, Professor Nick Giordano, political science professor and host of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, breaks down the latest polls, whether Curtis Sliwa can beat Mamdani, and the controversy surrounding Siraj Wahhaj. Finally, Maria Herrera Mellado, PhD in Law and Chief Legal & Policy Analyst at the Gateway Hispanic Institute, analyzes Venezuela’s political crisis and what it means for U.S. foreign policy. Rich wraps up the show with your calls and the news shaping the night.

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“Power, Politics, and Petro: Pressure on China, Sanctions on Russia” Oct 25, 2025

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On this episode of Rich Valdés America at Night, we explore the global energy battlefield shaping America’s future. First, Joshua Philip, award-winning journalist and Senior Investigative Reporter at The Epoch Times, breaks down how the U.S. military’s growing presence in South America is tied to China’s control over vital oil supplies and what it means for global power dynamics. Then, Trisha Curtis, CEO of PetroNerds and host of the “PetroNerds” podcast, joins the show to discuss how winning against Communist China starts with dominating the energy market, plus her insights on President Trump’s new sanctions on Russian energy. Rich wraps up the show with your calls and the latest news shaping America’s energy independence.

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“Sliwa, Soldiers, and Socialists Oct 24, 2025

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On this episode of America at Night with Rich Valdés, Marine Corps Colonel (Ret.) William Dunn, President of the Strategic Resilience Group, breaks down the Israel–Hamas ceasefire deal and what it means for America’s role in global stability. Then, Curtis Sliwa, NYC Mayoral Candidate and founder of the Guardian Angels, shares updates from the campaign trail and his vision for reclaiming safety and sanity in New York City. Finally, David Medina, Portland-based citizen journalist and founder of Project Libertas, exposes the “No Kings” protests and the ongoing socialist and Antifa movements in the Pacific Northwest—offering a firsthand account of the unrest shaping America’s streets.

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“Scott LoBaido, Student Debt, Salvation Oct 23, 2025

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On America at Night with Rich Valdés, artist and patriot Scott LoBaido breaks down the heated NYC Mayoral debate, where Curtis Sliwa made headlines for his unshakable stance and fiery performance. Then, EJ Antoni, Chief Economist at The Heritage Foundation, analyzes Trump’s Student Loan Forgiveness Plan, exploring its economic impact and what it signals for America’s fiscal future. Finally, Pastor Tyrone P. Jones, author of Gripped By Hope: Pulled From Darkness To Light, shares his moving story of redemption and how faith can lead people out of the darkest places.

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“Rare Earths, Royal Scandal, and Rising Cyber Attacks China” Oct 22, 2025

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On this episode of Rich Valdés America at Night, Drew Horn, CEO of GreenMet and former energy and defense official under Vice President Pence, discusses the new U.S.–Australia rare earths partnership, how it strengthens America First policies, and what it means for countering China’s dominance in critical minerals. Then, cybersecurity expert and former CIA operative Eric Cole, CEO of Secure Anchor, breaks down the massive Amazon internet outage and whether China’s cyber influence could be involved. Finally, retired lawyer and former Margaret Thatcher speechwriter Geoffrey Gilson explores the stunning fall of Prince Andrew and how it reshaped the modern British monarchy. Plus, Rich takes your calls on global power, privacy, and politics.

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Sex Trafficking, Special Envoy, Sliwa stays Oct 21, 2025

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On this episode of Rich Valdés America at Night, former law enforcement investigator Dan Nash, founder of the Human Trafficking Training Center, exposes the dark underworld of human trafficking, including disturbing new revelations about Howard Rubin’s alleged sex dungeon and how law enforcement can combat exploitation. Then, Ellie Cohanim, former Deputy Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism and Senior Fellow at the Independent Women’s Forum, breaks down the latest developments in the Israel–Hamas ceasefire deal and what it means for peace in the Middle East. Finally, Eva Landau, Nevada Chair for Turning Point Action’s Latino Coalition, discusses growing tensions in South America, including the potential for U.S. land strikes in Venezuela and Colombia as instability rises. Plus, Rich takes your calls on America’s role in a changing global landscape.

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Americanos, Assassinating Christians, Abusive Moms Oct 18, 2025

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On tonight’s Rich Valdes America at Night, Chris Salcedo, Executive Director of the Conservative Hispanic Society and host of The Chris Salcedo Show, discusses the growing shift of Hispanics toward conservatism and what it means for America’s political future. Then, Paul Teller, Senior Advisor to Advancing American Freedom, exposes the ongoing genocide of Christians in Nigeria and the global silence surrounding it. Finally, attorney and author Leslie Corbly joins to discuss her new book Progressive Prejudice: Exposing the Devouring Mother, about being raped by her mother as a child and a revealing look at how modern progressivism is eroding individual freedom and morality.

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