Issues & Ideas: News Commentary & Analysis With Chris DeBello

This edition features examinations, commentary and analysis of important issues as the midterm election approaches including race, the roots of racism, history, veterans, healthcare for veterans, ICE, immigration, confidence, having a direction in life and how the Bible addresses being a follower.

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This edition features commentary, analysis and conversations exploring the latest current events, news and politics including the latest shooting by an ICE agent, prescription drug costs rising and how that's impacting healthcare, recent comments made by Donald Trump, the value and importance of Ronald Reagan's Shining City Upon A Hill speech along with how the Bible establishes the importance of a promise..

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Join us for this Best Of edition featuring commentary, analysis and insightful conversations about the latest current events, news and politics including the current status and future of Social Security, American elections and Donald Trump's claims of voter fraud, the actions by ICE which have resulted in deaths and how the Bible defines leadership.

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Join us for commentary, analysis and insightful conversations about the latest current events, news and politics including AI, investing, personal finance, retirement, health, how Faith restores and what the Bible teaches about receiving forgiveness.

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(00:00) Jimmy Lebenthal, CNBC contributor and Chief Equity Strategist with Cerity Partners, talks about the influence AI is having with investors a...

Join us for commentary, analysis and insightful conversations about the latest current events, news and politics including AI, data centers, Social Security, immigration and what's required of those who come to God.

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(00:00) The ways that data centers have impacted local communities and residents versus the claims that it's all a hoax are examined.

Join us for commentary, discussions and analysis about the latest current events including economic policy, tariffs, politics and political issues, election coverage, personal finance, credit card fraud and what the Bible reveals about leaders and leadership.

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(00:00) The $5,000 promise and economic claims by Donald Trump this past week are discussed along with recent poll findings about h...

Issues And Ideas: News Commentary & Politics Analysis With Chris DeBello September 6 2026

Join us for discussions and analysis about September 11 2001, the day America experienced an attack unlike any other, the personal experiences of people, reactions during along with after, how that day and the people are being remembered and answers to important questions about that day that are found in the Bible.

(00:00) The numbers that reveal the loss of lives on September 11 2001 are discussed.

(02:25) Retired Secret Service agent Darin Kinder, who was at the World Trade Center on September 11 2001, reflects back on that day...

Join us for news discussions, current events commentary and politics analysis including the actions by the Trump Administration and courts regarding voting by mail, examinations of the education system and whether it's providing students with what matters, a look back at the heroics of people during the 9/11 attacks and how Dolly Parton's life reflects the Word of God.

(00:00) The motivation behind a recent action by Donald Trump is explained and the purpose for it is revealed.

(01:32) Celina Stewart, CEO of the League Of Women Voters, gives her analysis of the recent actions by Donald Trump...

Join us for news discussions, current events commentary and politics analysis including the national debt, the FCC actions against Disney/ABC, Back-To-School costs and tariffs, U.S. elections and what the Bible reveals about the Ark Of The Covenant.

(00:00) The significance of the U.S. now being $40 trillion in debt and the Presidents most responsible for this debt is examined.

(05:35) DJ Hatch, Telecommunications Policy Analyst with the Competitive Enterprise Institute, discusses the actions being taken by the FCC against Disney/ABC, their implications and how the company has responded.

(16:11) Brandon Arnold, Executive VP...

Join us for commentary, analysis and truthful conversation about the latest news, politics and current events including an examination of how the Trump Administration is limiting access to data regarding hiring practices and equality, cuts to SNAP benefits that have happened along with changes that are about to happen which will impact families, the water requirements for data centers and the challenges they create and why the names of Jesus are important to know.

(00:00) Seher Khawaja, National Economic Justice Director with Equal Rights Advocates, reveals how a recent action by the Trump Administration will change the way...

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.
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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...

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.

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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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 h...

Join us for expert discussions and analysis on today's news, politics, ICE actions at Delaney Hall in Newark NJ, Trump's Iran war policies, the early days of Pope Leo's papacy, the many ways that cuts to healthcare programs will impact all of America, how to prevent Lyme Disease and what the Bible teaches about revealing what's hidden in darkness.
 
(00:00) Kathy O'Leary, coordinator with Pax Christi and Lead Organizer with Eyes On ICE NJ, shares details about the conditions detainees at the ICE operated Delaney Hall in Newark NJ are being subjected to which include denial of healthcare, s...

Join us for expert discussions and analysis on today's news, politics, space exploration, children's television and our members of the military who sacrificed their lives to protect freedom and liberty who we honor on Memorial Day.
 
(00:00) As Donald Trump and others want to award January 6 rioters taxpayer money what some of those rioters have done since Trump pardoned them are examined.

(04:47) Rainer Zitelmann discusses the past, present and future of space exploration, how private efforts have made achievements as well as innovations and how a clear path for capitalism will build the future for these p...

Join us for expert discussions and analysis on today's politics, economy, health news, the Catholic Church sex scandal, investing and investment strategies along with a study of the Bible.
 
(00:00) Ryan Young, Senior Economist with the Competitive Enterprise Institute, gives his analysis of the most recent Consumer Price Index numbers, what they reveal about the U.S. Economy and how the numbers warn of what lies ahead.

(12:22) Dr. Tyler Evans, CEO of the Wellness Equity Alliance, discusses the details about and reactions to the cases of Hantavirus along with the conditions which created these cases.

Join us for expert discussions and analysis on today's politics, the Voting Rights Act, a House member who's MIA, prescription drug prices, car prices and the services of the Salvation Army along with a study of the Bible.
 
(00:00) The continued fallout from the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on redistricting, the importance of the Voting Rights Act and pending legislation which could restrengthen it.

(06:22) The latest about a member of Congress from New Jersey who has been absent from Congress for over two months and the political impact.

(13:02) Former U.S. Rep. Joe C...

(00:00) Lanny Davis, former Special Council to President Bill Clinton, shares stories from his life, political career and presents the elements of a path that can lead to a more unified and effective political process and system.

(11:25) Attorney Anand Dash, partner in the Kennedys Law Firm, tells how a lack of transparency by a NJ town's leadership is leading to the construction of a data center and what concerns residents are expressing about the approval process and plans for the center.

(30:39) Johnathan Morrison, Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, examines the tragedy of children...

Join us for expert honest analysis, news commentary and current events discussion about politics, healthcare, the environment, veterans and the Bible.
 
(00:00) Recent actions and comments by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and HHS about healthcare and vaccines are examined.

(05:53) Dr. Robert Steinbrook, Health Research Group Director with Public Citizen, shares his analysis of the changes by HHS to children vaccine schedules along with the reasons behind them and the concerns they create.

(18:27) Kevin J. Mooney, Investigative Journalist with Restoration News and The Daily Caller, reveals how and why political activism has taken over environmentalism a...

Join us for expert honest analysis, news commentary and current events discussion about healthcare, hospitals, Medicaid, Pope Leo, libraries, the economy and the Bible.
 
(00:00) The findings of a new report on how cuts to Medicaid will impact hospitals and healthcare.

(04:30) The latest social media habits and posts of Donald Trump and what they reveal.

(06:38) Dr. Paul Kengor, Political Science Professor at Grove City College and Editor with The American Spectator, discusses Pope Leo, his path to becoming Pope and how his recent actions reveal his character.

(20:00) Jennie Pu, Director of the H...

Join us for expert honest and fearless analysis and news commentary about today's issues, news, politics, economy, business and a trip into political history.
 
(00:00) The plan to make draft registration automatic, what the plan involves and the history of the military draft in America are discussed.

(03:24) In recognition of April being National Autism Acceptance Month, Jamie & Tracy Parent share stories from being a parent of autistic child, the challenges they had to contend with along with the priorities that are important for families.

(15:47) Thomas Harpointner, CEO of AIS Media, explains why businesses need t...

Join us for expert honest and fearless analysis and commentary about today's issues, news, politics, economy, healthcare and current events.
 
(00:00) Michael O'Neill, VP of Legal Affairs with the Landmark Legal Foundation, gives his analysis of the U.S. Supreme Court hearing on birthright citizenship, the arguments made by both sides and what's actually established by the U.S. Constitution along with related immigration laws.

(12:56) Tracy Byrnes, Financial Advisor with Lebenthal Global Advisors and host of the Women Wealth & What Matters podcast, offers tax filing tips for last minute filers and those planning ahead as well a...

Join us for expert honest analysis and commentary about today's politics, news, economy, healthcare and current events.
 
(00:00) New laws in New Jersey that are designed to limit ICE actions, access and activities are discussed.

(04:43) William Angus, Co-Founder of the No ICE North Jersey Alliance explains how a proposed ICE immigrant detention center in Roxbury New Jersey would impact the region, affect people's lives by the strain and risks to the infrastructure as well as natural resources and gives an update on the resistance to the project.

(22:18) Joanne Frederick, CEO of Government Market Strategies, t...

Join us for expert honest analysis and commentary about today's politics, news, economy, healthcare and current events.
 
(00:00) The details about the SAVE America Act and how it's a part of the threat to the right to vote is explained.

(10:43) Steve Swedberg, Finance & Monetary Policy Analyst with the Competitive Enterprise Institute, discusses the reasons for higher food prices, whether price controls are a solution and what lies ahead for the U.S. economy.

(22:27) Alleigh Marre, Founder and Executive Director of the American Parents Coalition, tells how a lack of price transparency by hospitals and h...

Join us for conversations, expert analysis, insight and commentary about today's politics, news, economy and current events including the latest regarding the war in Iran.
 
(00:00) The claims versus the facts regarding the SAVE America Act and whether there's an actual need for the legislation are examined.

(08:00) Cybersecurity attorney Lisa Sotto, partner with the firm Hunton, Andrews, Kurth LLP and former DHS data privacy official, explains the paths Iran can take to launch cyberattacks in America along with steps companies and individuals need to take to prevent them.

(18:56) Former CIA operative Tim Beard offers i...

Join us for conversations, analysis, insight and commentary about today's politics, news, economy and current events.
 
(00:00) An examination of recent words by Pete Hegseth and Karoline Leavitt which reveals their true feeling about U.S. troops.

(05:01) Stefano Ritondale, Chief Intelligence Officer with Artorias, gives his analysis of the current conditions with the war in Iran, how a changing stated purpose weighs on strategy and what lies ahead regarding boots on the ground and other actions.

(16:25) Erik Cruz Morales, Director Of Democracy with the League Of Women Voters NJ, discusses the efforts by the D...

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight and honesty.
 
(00:00) William Angus with the No ICE North Jersey Alliance discusses the chain of events and lack of actions by local New Jersey politicians which resulted in ICE purchasing a large warehouse complex in northwest NJ for a new immigrant detention center despite the objections of area residents.

(20:51) Attorney Benjamin Krause tells how previous federal policies have been changed which has lead to U.S. military veterans who have served and have been wounded in battle being d...

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight.

(00:00) An examination of recent words by Kristi Noem about voting and the concerns they create about the future of free and fair elections in America.

(07:03) Attorney Gregory Gianforcaro reacts to the decision by the Camden New Jersey Catholic Diocese to settle legal action brought by victims of rape by priests and what this action could mean for other victims of sex abuse by priests.

(17:19) Robbin Caruso with the tax firm Prager Metis shares tax filing tips...

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight.

(00:00) A look back at Pam Bondi's congressional committee testimony about the Jeffrey Epstein files and the message Bondi's words sent to victims of Epstein and human trafficking.

(07:20) Dahlia Edidin Locke with World Without Exploitation reacts to Pam Bondi's congressional committee testimony about the Jeffrey Epstein files, what it revealed about the DOJ investigation and what's important to understand about the victims of trafficking.

(21:50) Dr. Carol Osborne shares tips on how to keep pets healthy and safe...

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight.

(00:00) A Congressional committee hearing from this past week, which Republicans did not attend, with victims of ICE testifying about being shot and threatened is discussed.

(10:51) Stephen Willeford, spokesperson with Gun Owners Of America, reacts to how the 2nd Amendment has been attacked in the aftermath of the Alex Pretti homicide by ICE as ICE supporters attempt to defend their actions.

(24:49) The call by Donald Trump to nationalize elections versus what the U.S. Constitution establishes is...

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight.

(00:00) The responses and reactions to the shooting death of Alex Pretti by ICE officers are reviewed.

(06:23) William Watkins, Research Fellow with the Independent Institute, tells why understanding original intent is vital to understanding the U.S. Constitution and how the Constitution applies regarding several current events.

(20:41) Casey Norman, Litigation Council with the New Civil Liberties Alliance, presents the details of how civilians lose rights when local police team with federal law enforcement and whether current law...

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight.

(00:00) Laws that address keeping pet dogs outside during cold and snowy weather along with the penalties for failure to follow them.

(03:13) Dina Mottola Jaborska, Executive Director of NJ Citizen Action, reacts to Executive Orders by NJ Governor Mikie Sherrill designed to address the high cost of electricity and whether they'll have any meaningful impact.

(16:48) Tomasz Nadrowski, portfolio manager with Amvest Capital, shares how China became the dominant world force in rare earth minerals, how that dominance...

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight.

(00:00) A look at the meeting between Donald Trump, the Venezuelan opposition leader and her attempt to win favor with Trump.

(01:25) Law professor Emmanuel Mauleon explains the Constitutional law which applies and needs to be followed regarding the investigation of the murder of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis by ICE officer Jonathan Ross.

(13:13) Professor Alain Sanders discusses the history and process of impeachment along with how it's applied to others in federal office besides the President which...