Protecting America with Rita Cosby

Episode 219: Charles Marino, Former Secret Service Special Agent and Former Homeland Security Department Advisor

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 20:43:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Charles Marino, Former Secret Service Special Agent and Former Homeland Security Department Advisor, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the many diverse threats to our homeland, especially after the current U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran.

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Episode 218: Walid Phares, Mideast Expert, Former Trump Campaign Foreign Policy Advisor

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:13:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Walid Phares, Mideast Expert, Former Trump Campaign Foreign Policy Advisor, and Author of "Iran - An Imperialist Republic and U.S. Policy," joins Rita Cosby to discuss the highly effective American and Israeli military strikes against Iran, and the central role Walid believes President Trump can specifically play in shaping a future and lasting democracy for the brave citizens of Iran.

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Episode 217: Shahar Azani, Veteran Israeli Diplomat

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:56:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Veteran Israeli Diplomat Shahar Azani joins Rita Cosby to discuss the overwhelming U.S. and Israeli military operation against Iran and what this powerful tactical action means for world security.

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Episode 216: Tim Murtaugh, Former Trump 2024 Campaign Senior Advisor and Former Trump Communications Director

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:41:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Tim Murtaugh, Former Trump 2024 Campaign Senior Advisor and Former Trump Communications Director, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the President's historic and record-setting State of The Union Address.

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Episode 215: John Fund, Columnist for National Review

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:43:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, John Fund, Columnist for National Review, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the voter ID bill now in Congress, known as the SAVE Act, and what it's possible passage would mean for much-needed voter integrity in our country.

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Episode 214: Paul Perez, President of The National Border Patrol Council

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Paul Perez, President of The National Border Patrol Council, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the escalating attacks on federal agents and the role that the very incendiary rhetoric, by even some members of Congress, is having on law enforcement and their families.

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Episode 213: James Gagliano, Former FBI Supervisory Special Agent and a Security and Law Enforcement Analyst

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:47:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, James Gagliano, Former FBI Supervisory Special Agent and a Security and Law Enforcement Analyst, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the disturbing case surrounding 84 year old Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today Show host Savannah Guthrie. James breaks down potential clues and where the troubling case goes from here.

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Episode 212: Sgt. Betsy Brantner Smith, Spokesperson with The National Police Association and a Retired Chicago Area Police Officer

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 18:23:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Sgt. Betsy Brantner Smith, Spokesperson with The National Police Association and a Retired Chicago Area Police Officer, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the latest deadly shooting by federal law enforcement in Minneapolis of protester Alex Pretti and the escalating attacks overall against ICE and Border Patrol agents in sanctuary cities and states.

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Episode 211: Peter Schweizer, President of The Government Accountability Institute

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 20:39:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Peter Schweizer, President of The Government Accountability Institute, joins Rita Cosby to discuss how many countries are trying to influence and undermine the United States as profiled in his blockbuster new book, "The Invisible Coup: How American Elites and Foreign Powers Use Immigration as a Weapon."

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Episode 210: Alireza Jafarzadeh, Deputy Director of the National Council of Resistance of Iran

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Alireza Jafarzadeh, Deputy Director of the National Council of Resistance of Iran - US Representative Office, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the courageous anti-regime protesters rising up in Iran and what President Trump should do to help Iranian citizens in their heroic fight for freedom.

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Episode 209: Lt Colonel Tony Shaffer, Former Department of Defense Intel Officer and President of Project Sentinel

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 18:45:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lt Colonel Tony Shaffer, Former Department of Defense Intel Officer and President of Project Sentinel, joins Rita Cosby to discuss President Trump leading on the world stage and keeping dangerous individuals and organizations, who are planning harm to our nation, in check.

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Episode 208: Joe Imperatrice, Founder of Blue Lives Matter NYC

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 21:45:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Joe Imperatrice, Founder of Blue Lives Matter NYC, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the shooting at Brown University and the stunning security lapses on that campus and at many other colleges across our nation.

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Episode 207: Shahar Azani, Veteran Israeli Diplomat

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 02:02:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Shahar Azani, Veteran Israeli Diplomat, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the deadly mass shooting on the first night of Hanukkah at Australia's Bondi Beach and the very disturbing rise of antisemitism around the world.

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Episode 206: Blaine Holt, Retired US Air Force Brigadier General

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:15:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Retired US Air Force Brigadier General Blaine Holt, Former C-17 Combat Commander and Former Deputy Military Representative to NATO, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the recent US strikes on boats carrying narcoterrorists, who have been designated as members of foreign terrorist organizations for the crimes they have committed against our citizens, including transporting deadly fentanyl to our nation.

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Episode 205: Paul Perez, President of The National Border Patrol Council

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:57:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Paul Perez, President of The National Border Patrol Council, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the significant threats to our homeland due to former President Biden's reckless immigration policies, spotlighted by the recent deadly attack by an Afghan national who opened fire on National Guard troops in Washington DC.

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Episode 204: Steve Rogers, Retired Military Officer on the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Steve Rogers, A Retired Military Officer Assigned to the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force and Former Lieutenant at the Nutley, New Jersey Police Department, joins Rita Cosby to discuss NYC Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani and his radical views on police and community safety.

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Episode 203: Wayne Allyn, TV and Radio Host

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 19:25:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, TV and Radio Host Wayne Allyn Root joins Rita Cosby to discuss what he believes is ahead for NYC with incoming Democratic Socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his radical policies.

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Episode 202: Peter Schweizer, Investigative Journalist, Best-Selling Author and President of The Government Accountability Institute

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 20:42:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Peter Schweizer, Investigative Journalist, Best-Selling Author and President of The Government Accountability Institute, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the very controversial and dangerous connections NYC Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani has to extremists in our country and overseas.

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Episode 201: Joe Imperatrice, Founder of Blue Lives Matter - NYC

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 20:38:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Joe Imperatrice, Founder of Blue Lives Matter - NYC, joins Rita Cosby to discuss what the election victory of extreme Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani means for the NYPD and community safety.

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Episode 200: Anthony D'Esposito, Former New York Congressman and Retired NYPD Detective

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 20:42:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Anthony D'Esposito, Former New YorkCongressman and Retired NYPD Detective, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the Big Apple's upcoming high stakes mayoral election... and the extremely dangerous rhetoric and policies of Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani.

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Episode 199: Dick Morris, Senior Advisor to President Trump

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 20:49:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Dick Morris, Senior Advisor to President Trump, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the very dangerous and divisive political climate in our nation and the legacy of one of the most influential leaders of his generation, highlighted in Dick's new book, "The Real Charlie Kirk."

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Episode 198: Shahar Azani, Former Veteran Israeli Diplomat

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Shahar Azani, Former Veteran Israeli Diplomat, joins Rita Cosby to discuss President Trump's historic peace deal, the release of all twenty living hostages by the terrorist group Hamas... and what is next for Gaza and the rest of the Middle East.

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Episode 197: Sgt. Betsy Brantner Smith, Spokesperson For The National Police Association & Retired Chicago Area Police Officer

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 18:28:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Sgt. Betsy Brantner Smith, Spokesperson for The National Police Association and a Retired Chicago Area Police Officer, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the dangerous crime in Chicago... and how concerning it is that Democratic leaders there are increasing verbal attacks against President Trump and federal law enforcement who are trying to keep communities safe.

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Episode 196: Doug Burns, Former Federal Prosecutor

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 15:32:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Federal Prosecutor Doug Burns joins Rita Cosby to discuss the case against 22 year old Tyler Robinson, accused of assassinating conservative leader Charlie Kirk.

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Episode 195: Pastor Lucas Miles, Senior Director of Turning Point USA Faith and Best-Selling Author

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 11:50:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Pastor Lucas Miles, Senior Director of Turning Point USA Faith and Best-Selling Author, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the powerful legacy of his friend Charlie Kirk and the deep challenges facing those who cherish the values of faith and civic unity... As profiled in his powerful new book, Pagan Threat: Confronting America's Godless Uprising.

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Episode 194: Alireza Jafarzadeh, Deputy Director of the National Council of Resistance of Iran

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 12:32:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Alireza Jafarzadeh, the Deputy Director of the National Council of Resistance of Iran - US Representative Office, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the status of Iran's nuclear program... and the big protests planned outside the UN next week while the President of Iran addresses the world body.

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Episode 193: Lt. Randy Sutton, Founder of The Wounded Blue

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lt. Randy Sutton, Founder of The Wounded Blue, joins Rita Cosby to discuss how dangerous it is right now to be in law enforcement and how his organization tremendously helps those in need.

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Episode 192: Lt. Chris Olivarez, Spokesperson for the Texas Department of Public Safety

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lt. Chris Olivarez, Spokesperson for the Texas Department of Public Safety, joins Rita Cosby to discuss Trump's tremendous success in securing the border as sadly immigration officials face escalating attacks.

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Episode 191: Rebekah Koffler, Russian-Born U.S. Intelligence Expert and Author

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 15:11:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Rebekah Koffler, a Russian-born U.S. Intelligence Expert and Author of Putin's Playbook, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the mindset of the Russian leader and where she believes recent peace talks, spearheaded by President Trump, are ultimately headed.

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Episode 190: Lt Colonel Tony Shaffer, Former Department of Defense Intel Officer

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 14:19:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lt. Colonel Tony Shaffer, Former Department of Defense Intel Operative and President of Project Sentinel, joins Rita Cosby to discuss President Trump's historic meetings with Putin and then Zelensky. Plus, what is likely to happen next for a peace deal to be finally secured in the brutal Russia Ukraine war.

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Episode 189: Alex Swoyer, Washington Times Legal Affairs Reporter

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 14:04:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Washington Times Legal Affairs Reporter Alex Swoyer joins Rita Cosby to discuss the many levels of weaponization used against President Trump, highlighted in her powerful new book, Lawless Lawfare: Tipping the Scales of Justice to get Trump and Destroy MAGA.

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Episode 188: Shahar Azani, Former Veteran Israeli Diplomat

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 20:29:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Veteran Israeli Diplomat Shahar Azani joins Rita Cosby to discuss the latest in the Israel - Gaza war as the terrorist group Hamas releases a horrific video showing a starved Israeli hostage forced to dig his own grave.

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Episode 187: Hank Sheinkopf, Legendary Political Consultant

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 12:11:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Legendary Political Consultant Hank Sheinkopf joins Rita Cosby to discuss the important New York City mayoral race and how dangerous the views are of socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani.

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Episode 186: Alireza Jafarzadeh, Deputy Director of the U.S. Office of the National Council of Resistance of Iran

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Alireza Jafarzadeh, Deputy Director of the US office of the National Council of Resistance of Iran, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the US military's recent strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and what should happen next in order for the people of Iran to topple the oppressive regime.

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Episode 185: Paul Perez, President of The National Border Patrol Council

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Paul Perez, President of The National Border Patrol Council, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the increasing attacks on immigration agents... and whom he believes is responsible for the dangerous vitriol and even physical assaults.

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Episode 184: Darin Gaub, Retired Lieutenant Colonel and Army Helicopter Pilot

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 12:42:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Retired Lieutenant Colonel and Army Helicopter Pilot Darin Gaub joins Rita Cosby to discuss his nearly three decades of military service and the pivotal role faith has played in his life as profiled in his powerful new book, Veritas Vincit.

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Episode 183: Walid Phares, Former Trump Campaign Foreign Policy Advisor

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 17:22:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Trump Campaign Foreign Policy Advisor Walid Phares joins Rita Cosby to discuss the powerful U.S. military strikes against Iran's nuclear sites and what's ahead for the radical Iranian regime.

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Episode 182: General Blaine Holt, Retired Air Force Brigadier

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 18:24:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Retired Air Force Brigadier General Blaine Holt joins Rita Cosby to discuss the latest in the Israel - Iran conflict and what the U.S. should or should not do militarily in this very high stakes crisis.

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Episode 181: Gordon Chang, Asia Expert and Author

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 11:57:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Asia Expert Gordon Chang, Author of Plan Red: China's Project to Destroy America, joins Rita Cosby to discuss U.S. - China trade talks and the CCP's continued efforts to infiltrate our country.

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Episode 180: Shahar Azani, Veteran Israeli Diplomat

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 19:26:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Shahar Azani, Veteran Israeli Diplomat, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the horrific anti-semitic attack by an Egyptian man in Boulder, Colorado and what must be done to stop the rise of hate crimes across America.

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Episode 179: Lt Colonel Tony Shaffer, Former Department of Defense Intel Officer

Fri, 30 May 2025 12:51:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lt Colonel Tony Shaffer, Former Department of Defense Intel Officer and President of Project Sentinel, joins Rita Cosby to discuss how President Trump is reshaping the U.S. military with his clear focus on peace through strength.

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Episode 178: Dr. Marc Siegel, Fox News Senior Medical Analyst

Fri, 23 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Dr. Marc Siegel, Fox News Senior Medical Analyst, Doctor and Professor of Medicine at NYU Langone Medical Center, joins Rita Cosby to discuss Former President Joe Biden's aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis, why it was not revealed sooner and what all men should do to take care of their health.

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Episode 177: Blaine Holt, Former Air Force Accident Investigator

Fri, 16 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Retired Brigadier General Blaine Holt, a Former Air Force Accident Investigator, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the recent communication blackouts between air traffic controllers and planes at Newark Liberty International Airport... and if travelers should be concerned about flying to and from our nation's airports.

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Episode 176: Ron Vitiello, Senior Advisor for US Customs and Border Protection

Fri, 09 May 2025 12:44:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Ron Vitiello, Senior Advisor for US Customs and Border Protection, Former Acting Director of ICE and Former Chief of Border Patrol, joins Rita Cosby to discuss new Trump Administration initiatives to increase deportations of criminal migrants... as the President continues to face resistance by many Democratic political leaders.

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Episode 175: Art del Cueto, Vice President and Spokesperson for the National Border Patrol Council

Fri, 02 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Art del Cueto, Vice President and Spokesperson for the National Border Patrol Council, joins Rita Cosby to discuss what President Trump has accomplished regarding the border and deporting violent criminal migrants during the first 100 days of his second term.

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Episode 174: Tim Murtaugh, Former Senior Adviser to Trump 2024

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 11:37:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Tim Murtaugh, Former Senior Adviser to Trump 2024, Communications Director for the Trump 2020 Presidential Campaign and Best Selling Author, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the biggest accomplishments of the first 100 days of Trump's second Administration, the biggest hurdles he's encountered and what areas the Commander-in-Chief will likely focus on next.

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Episode 173: Alireza Jafarzadeh, Author, Middle East Commentator and Deputy Director of the US Representative Office of The National Council of Resistance of Iran

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 18:49:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Alireza Jafarzadeh, Author, Middle East Commentator and Deputy Director of the US Representative Office of The National Council of Resistance of Iran, joins Rita Cosby to discuss current talks between the Trump Administration and Iran, how far along the rogue regime's nuclear development really is... and what must happen soon to prevent a world catastrophe.

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Episode 172: Jonathan Allen, Award-Winning Journalist, Best Selling Author and Senior National Politics Reporter for NBC News

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 11:29:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Jonathan Allen, Award-Winning Journalist, Best Selling Author and Senior National Politics Reporter for NBC News, joins Rita Cosby to discuss his new bombshell book, Fight: Inside The Wildest Battle For The White House, which reveals stunning details of President Biden's declining mental fitness while he was our Commander-in-Chief.

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Episode 171: Dr. Isaiah Hankel, Best Selling Author and CEO of Overqualified.com

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 14:17:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Dr. Isaiah Hankel, Best Selling Author and CEO of Overqualified.com, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the mission of Elon Musk and his team at DOGE, The Department of Government Efficiency, and some of the stunning examples of waste and fraud they've already uncovered in our bloated bureaucracy.

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Episode 170: Gordon Chang, Asia Expert

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 11:29:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Asia Expert Gordon Chang joins Rita Cosby to discuss China's continuing role in supporting Iran's nuclear programs, its efforts to help Iranian proxies attack Israel... and Chang explains how developed the Chinese military is compared to our U.S. capabilities.

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Episode 169: Sara Carter, Award-Winning Investigative Columnist and Host of "Rumor, Scandal or Truth"

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Sara Carter, Award-Winning Investigative Columnist and Host of "Rumor, Scandal or Truth" on X, joins Rita Cosby to discuss her visit to El Salvador's famed mega-prison where many brutal gang members, all illegal migrants, were just sent from the United States via the Trump Administration's deportation efforts.

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Episode 168: Art Del Cueto, Vice President of The National Border Patrol Council

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 14:23:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Art Del Cueto, Vice President of The National Border Patrol Council, joins Rita Cosby to discuss President Trump and his Administration cracking down on sanctuary cities that are fighting federal efforts to deport illegal criminal migrants.

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Episode 167: Todd Bensman, Media Commentator, Reporter and Fellow at The Center for Immigration Studies

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 20:45:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Todd Bensman, Media Commentator, Reporter and Fellow at The Center for Immigration Studies, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the dramatic drop in border crossings since President Trump came back to the Oval Office, and why it's critical to deport illegal criminal migrants from our country as soon as possible.

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Episode 166: Paul Perez, President of The National Border Patrol Council

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 12:25:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Paul Perez, President of The National Border Patrol Council, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the sharp decrease in illegal migrant crossings into the US since President Trump returned to The White House... and how extremely concerning it is that some individuals and groups are now openly defying federal immigration policies and trying to hamper law enforcement from carrying out deportations.

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Episode 165: Brigadier General Blaine Holt, Former Air Force Accident Investigator

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:06:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Brigadier General Blaine Holt, Former Air Force Accident Investigator, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the latest series of airplane crashes, what may have caused them and if we should be concerned to fly.

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Episode 164: Shahar Azani, Veteran Israeli Diplomat

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 14:19:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Veteran Israeli Diplomat Shahar Azani joins Rita Cosby to discuss the very strong ties between President Trump and Israel... and how he hopes that Trump telling Hamas "all hell is going to break out" if they don't release the hostages, will force the terrorist group to free them immediately.

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Episode 163: Sharyl Attkisson, Emmy-Winning Journalist and Best Selling Author

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 12:36:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Sharyl Attkisson, Emmy-Winning Journalist and Best Selling Author, blows the lid off the corruption involving the very lucrative pharmaceutical industry, government and the news media, as revealed in her latest blockbuster book, "Follow The Science: How Big Pharma Misleads, Obscures and Prevails."

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Episode 162: Lt Colonel Tony Shaffer, Former Department of Defense Intel Officer

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 14:12:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lt Colonel Tony Shaffer, Former Department of Defense Intel Officer and President of Project Sentinel, joins Rita Cosby to discuss

all the wars and major security issues President Trump has inherited, after President Biden's dismal policies and weakness on the world stage.

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Episode 161: Craig Shirley, Presidential Historian and Reagan and Trump Biographer

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Craig Shirley, Presidential Historian and Reagan and Trump Biographer, joins Rita Cosby to discuss President - Elect Trump's second inauguration and how his messaging and mission compare to other Presidents.

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Episode 160: Blaine Holt, Former US Deputy Military Representative to NATO & Retired US Air Force Brigadier General

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 21:18:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Blaine Holt, Retired US Air Force Brigadier General, Former C-17 combat commander, Former US Deputy Military Representative to NATO, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the mysterious drones flying over New Jersey and elsewhere.... and which American nemesis he thinks is doing this and why.

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Episode 159: Victoria Coates, Former Deputy National Security Advisor

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:13:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Victoria Coates, Former Deputy National Security Advisor and current Vice President at The Heritage Foundation, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the chaos in the Middle East and elsewhere... and how Trump's message of clarity and strength will greatly assist our allies and hurt our adversaries, as featured in her new book, "The Battle For The Jewish State: How Israel - And America - Can Win."

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Episode 158: Ken Belkin, Defense Attorney

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 12:37:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Defense Attorney Ken Belkin joins Rita Cosby to discuss the Daniel Penny subway chokehold case where a New York jury ultimately acquitted the heroic marine of criminally negligent homicide tied to the death of homeless man Jordan Neely.

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Episode 157: Doug Burns, Former Federal Prosecutor

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 12:32:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Federal Prosecutor Doug Burns joins Rita Cosby to discuss President Joe Biden pardoning his son and actually claiming Hunter Biden was a victim of political persecution. Doug Burns also talks about the cases against President-Elect Trump and where they are all headed.

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Episode 156: Beth Van Duyne, Texas Congresswoman

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Texas Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne joins Rita Cosby to discuss the dramatic improvement we'll see at our borders as soon as President Trump returns to The White House.... and how his new national security team, including border czar Tom Homan, is already boosting the morale of border agents as well as communities deeply concerned about migrant crime.

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Episode 155: Ron Vitiello, Former Chief of Border Patrol and Retired Acting ICE Director

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 19:06:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Ron Vitiello, Former Chief of Border Patrol and Retired Acting ICE Director, joins Rita Cosby to discuss how President-Elect Trump plans to immediately secure our border and begin deportations of criminal migrants as soon as he returns to The White House.

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Episode 154: Lt. Colonel Tony Shaffer, Former Defense Department Intel Operative and President of Project Sentinel

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 15:29:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lt. Colonel Tony Shaffer, Former Defense Department Intel Operative and President of Project Sentinel, joins Rita Cosby to discuss President -Elect Trump's latest key staff selections for his next Administration, as well as what his top priorities will be when he returns to the Oval Office.

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Episode 153: Mark Otto, President and Executive Director of United War Veterans Council

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 13:12:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Mark Otto, President and Executive Director of United War Veterans Council, joins Rita Cosby to discuss their upcoming New York City Veterans Day Parade, the largest Veterans Day event in the country. The Marine Corps veteran also details the other important programs they organize throughout the year... and the importance of appreciating the service and sacrifice of our military heroes.

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Episode 152: Jessie Jane Duff, Gunnery Sergeant & 2024 Campaign Executive Director of Veterans for Trump

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 18:53:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Gunnery Sergeant Jessie Jane Duff, 2024 Campaign Executive Director of Veterans for Trump, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the big issues at stake for our country with the Presidential Election only days away. She also reacts to the horrible and dangerous rhetoric coming from Democrats against Former President Trump and his many supporters during this pivotal moment.

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Episode 151: Doug Burns, Former Federal Prosecutor

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 19:35:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Federal Prosecutor Doug Burns joins Rita Cosby to discuss the trial of marine veteran Daniel Penny accused of a deadly chokehold on a threatening and erratic homeless man on a New York City subway last year. The high-profile and controversial case spotlights issues of security and safety on the crime-ridden subway system as the Good Samaritan could face more than a dozen years behind bars if convicted.

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Episode 150: Alex Storozynski, Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist and Award-Winning Author

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 18:47:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Alex Storozynski, Pulitzer

Prize-Winning Journalist and Award-Winning Author, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the extraordinary story of his own family's fight for freedom through generations, powerfully detailed in his new book, "Spies in my Blood: Secrets of a Polish Family's Fight Against Nazis and Communists." Storozynski also shares the current lessons for our country and the world... to make sure history does not repeat itself and evil never prevails.

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Episode 149: Shahar Azani, Former Veteran Israeli Diplomat

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 11:23:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Veteran Israeli Diplomat Shahar Azani joins Rita Cosby to discuss the somber one year anniversary of the brutal October 7th Hamas attacks on Israel, as well as the extensive terrorist reach of Iran and its many lethal proxy groups around the globe.

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Episode 148: Gordon Chang, Asia Expert

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 14:04:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Asia Expert Gordon Chang

joins Rita Cosby to discuss the very controversial and long-term ties Kamala Harris' running mate Governor Tim Walz has with China, as well as the major threat the Communist nation poses to our country, revealed in Chang's powerful new book entitled, Plan Red: China's Project to Destroy America.

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Episode 147: Miranda Devine, Acclaimed Investigative Journalist for the New York Post and Best Selling Author

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 14:05:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Miranda Devine, Acclaimed Investigative Journalist for the New York Post and Best Selling Author, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the stunning revelations in her new book entitled, The Big Guy, which exposes the cover-up of the Biden family business dealings and the role some officials in our intelligence agencies and media played to keep the Bidens' corruption out of the headlines and thereby impact the Presidential race.

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Episode 146: Charles Marino, Former Secret Service Agent

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 13:03:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Charles Marino, Former Secret Service Special Agent and Former Homeland Security Department Advisor, joins Rita Cosby to discuss a second assassination attempt against Former President Trump in just two months. Marino talks about the major security failures, the politicization of top leadership at the US Secret Service... and the many unanswered questions that remain regarding the terrible incident and the alleged gunman Ryan Routh.

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Episode 145: Miklos Szantho, Director of CPAC Hungary

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 18:47:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Miklos Szantho, Director of CPAC Hungary, joins Rita Cosby to discuss their successful conservative political action conferences and what the United States and other countries can learn from the European nation on the values of faith, family and securing our borders.

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Episode 144: Lt. Colonel Darin Gaub, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Restore Liberty

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lt. Colonel Darin Gaub, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Restore Liberty, as well as a 28 year Army Veteran, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the disastrous Biden - Harris Administration withdrawal from Afghanistan three years ago... and the recent controversy surrounding Former President Trump's visit to Arlington National Cemetery on the anniversary of the deaths of the 13 U.S. service members killed at Abbey Gate outside Kabul Airport by a suicide bomber.

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Episode 143: Don Mihalek, Former Senior Secret Service Agent

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 14:42:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Don Mihalek, Former Senior Secret Service Agent, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the stunning details surrounding the attempted assassination of Former President Trump at that Butler, Pennsylvania rally in July. Mihalek spotlights the major security breakdowns, the background of the 20 year old shooter and he talks about the intense dedication of the agents who get assigned to high level protective details.

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Episode 142: Kieran Donahue, President of the National Sheriffs' Association & Idaho Sheriff

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Canyon County, Idaho Sheriff Kieran Donahue, President of the National Sheriffs' Association, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the biggest issues confronting law enforcement in our country, including battling open borders, fentanyl, cartels and combating domestic violence.

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Episode 141: Mark Morgan, Former Acting Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 11:28:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Mark Morgan, Former Acting Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the enormous impact illegal migrants are having on cities across our country... and how he believes the crisis will get much worse under a potential Kamala Harris - Tim Walz Administration.

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Episode 140: Jessie Jane Duff, 2024 Campaign Executive Director of Veterans for Trump

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 18:10:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Gunnery Sergeant Jessie Jane Duff, the 2024 Campaign Executive Director of Veterans for Trump, joins Rita Cosby to discuss Vice President Kamala Harris picking Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate... and his very controversial positions on many national security issues including supporting open borders, sanctuary cities, destroying fossil fuels, embracing China and much more.

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Episode 139: Joe Concha, Fox News Contributor and Best Selling Author

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 13:58:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Joe Concha, Fox News Contributor and Best Selling Author, joins Rita Cosby to discuss how destructive policies, such as open borders and defund the police, are to our nation... As highlighted in his powerful new book, Progressively Worse: Why Today's Democrats Ain't Your Daddy's Donkeys.

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Episode 138: Charles Marino, Former Secret Service Agent and Former Homeland Security Department Advisor

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:22:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Charles Marino, Former Secret Service Agent and Former Homeland Security Department Advisor, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the many remaining questions still surrounding the monumental security lapses on the day a 20 year old gunman tried to assassinate Former President Trump at his Pennsylvania rally. Marino also spotlights the problems existing within the Secret Service and the resignation of its Director Kimberly Cheatle, which came immediately after she was grilled by Republicans and Democrats on Capitol Hill.

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Episode 137: Dr. Peter Michalos, Board Certified Physician

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 11:44:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Dr. Peter Michalos, a Board Certified Physician, joins Rita Cosby to discuss new details surrounding President Biden's cognitive issues, what could be contributing factors to his obvious decline and how important mental acuity is to be Commander-in-Chief.

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Episode 136: Brilyn Hollyhand, Chair of the RNC Youth Advisory Council and Editor-in-Chief of The Truth Gazette

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 12:47:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Brilyn Hollyhand, Chair of the RNC Youth Advisory Council and Editor-in-Chief of The Truth Gazette, joins Rita Cosby to discuss why Former President Trump is now leading in the polls with young people. 18 year old Brilyn also talks about his extraordinary early career success and his powerful new best selling book, One Generation Away: Why Now is the Time to Restore American Freedom.

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Episode 135: Doug Burns, Former Federal Prosecutor

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 21:59:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Doug Burns, Former Federal Prosecutor, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the historic US Supreme Court decision on Presidential immunity and how that could dramatically impact many of the cases still pending against former President Donald Trump.

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Episode 134: Jennie Taer, Texas Reporter for the New York Post

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 14:17:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Jennie Taer, Texas Reporter for the New York Post, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the brutal murder of 12 year old Jocelyn Nungaray from Houston, who was allegedly killed by two illegal migrants from Venezuela who just recently crossed our open southern border.

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Episode 133: Tom Homan, Former Acting Director of ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement)

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Tom Homan, Former Acting Director of ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement), joins Rita Cosby to discuss heinous crimes recently committed by illegal migrants in our country... and the clear contrast between President Trump's securing of our border during his term and the dangerous policies now spearheaded by our current Commander-in-Chief.

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Episode 132: Mark Morgan, Former Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 14:33:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Mark Morgan, Former Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection, joins Rita Cosby to discuss suspected terrorists that have recently crossed into our country via our open southern border.

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Episode 131: Lt. Colonel Tony Shaffer, Retired Department of Defense Intel Officer and President of Project Sentinel

Fri, 31 May 2024 14:57:00 -0000

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Episode 130: Jennie Taer, Texas Reporter for the New York Post

Fri, 24 May 2024 22:25:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Jennie Taer, Texas Reporter for the New York Post, joins Rita Cosby to discuss her shocking report revealing how easily terrorists and others are sneaking into our country at the border... and the enormous threat this poses for our homeland.

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Episode 129: Dr. Shea Bradley-Farrell, President of Counterpoint Institute for Policy, Research and Education

Fri, 17 May 2024 18:23:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Dr. Shea Bradley-Farrell, President of Counterpoint Institute for Policy, Research and Education, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the enormous crisis at our southern border, the escalating threats to our homeland... and the heartbreaking human toll on trafficked migrants and overwhelmed border agents which she saw firsthand during her recent visit to the frontlines in Texas.

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Episode 128: Doug Burns, Former Federal Prosecutor

Fri, 10 May 2024 18:53:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Federal Prosecutor Doug Burns joins Rita Cosby to discuss a stunning week in the New York criminal trial against Former President Trump, the testimony of key prosecution witness Stormy Daniels... and what this all means for the likely future weaponization of American justice.

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Episode 127: Lt. Steve Rogers, Retired Military Officer & Former Lieutenant

Mon, 06 May 2024 11:30:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Steve Rogers, retired military officer assigned to the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force and Former Lieutenant at Nutley, NJ Police Department, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the escalating anti-Israel protests on many college campuses, also who may be funding them and what needs to be done by university leaders and law enforcement to get them under control.

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Episode 126: Jake Novak, Former Israeli Consulate Spokesman

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 12:52:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Jake Novak, Former Israeli Consulate Spokesman, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the latest pro-Hamas protests now erupting on many US college campuses and what school leaders should be doing to clamp down on them.

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Episode 125: Mark Morgan, Former Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 12:57:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Mark Morgan, Former Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection, joins Rita Cosby to discuss how the Democrat-led Senate quickly refused to even hold a brief impeachment trial for embattled Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas who is overseeing the enormous and continuing crisis at our open Southern Border.

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Episode 124: Shahar Azani, Former Israeli Consulate Spokesman

Sat, 13 Apr 2024 00:49:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Shahar Azani, Former Israeli Consulate Spokesman, joins Rita Cosby to discuss pro-Palestinian protests across the globe, with one group chanting "Death to America, Death to Israel" in Dearborn, MIchigan. Plus, President Biden's public comments scolding Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and how they could embolden terror organizations attacking the Jewish State.

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Episode 123: Rabbi Jeffrey Katz, Religious Philosopher, Attorney & Author

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 18:29:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Rabbi Jeffrey Katz, a religious philosopher, attorney and author of the new book, "Rules to Live by: Maimonides' Guide to a Wonderful Life," discusses the continued anti-Israeli protests in our country, as well as Israel reportedly conducting airstrikes in Syria, taking out several senior Iranian commanders involved in facilitating the attacks on Israel and on US military facilities and ships overseas.

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Episode 122: Jennie Taer, Texas Reporter for the New York Post

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 20:19:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Jennie Taer, Texas Reporter for the New York Post, joins Rita Cosby to discuss what she saw firsthand when recently hundreds of male migrants suddenly stampeded through razor wire and National Guard troops placed at the border in El

Paso.

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Episode 121: Lt. Colonel Tony Shaffer, Retired Department of Defense Intel Officer and President of Project Sentinel

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lt. Colonel Tony Shaffer, Retired Department of Defense Intel Officer and President of Project Sentinel, joins Rita Cosby to discuss President Biden's disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan as well as the Congressional hearings which left many unanswered questions and reinforced that there has been no accountability for the grave errors tied to that deadly and dismal time in US foreign policy.

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Episode 120: John Solomon, Investigative Journalist and Founder of Just The News

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 18:29:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, John Solomon, Investigative Journalist and Founder of Just The News, joins Rita Cosby to discuss stunning details emerging surrounding January 6th that paint a different picture than what the partisan Congressional Committee presented to the nation in those wall-to-wall televised hearings.

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Episode 119: Doug Burns, Former Federal Prosecutor

Sat, 09 Mar 2024 17:09:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Federal Prosecutor Doug Burns joins Rita Cosby to discuss all the many legal cases surrounding President Donald Trump, including the new developments in the Georgia DA Fani Willis case, as well as the big Trump victory in the US Supreme Court where the justices unanimously decided to keep him on the Colorado ballot.

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Episode 118: Peter Schweizer, Best Selling Author and President of The Government Accountability Institute

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 17:42:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Peter Schweizer, Best Selling Author and President of The Government Accountability Institute, joins Rita Cosby to discuss overt and covert actions that the Chinese Communist Party is dangerously taking against our nation, profiled extensively in his blockbuster new book, "Blood Money: Why The Powerful Turn a Blind Eye While China Kills Americans."

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Episode 117: Derek Maltz, Former Director of the Special Operations Division at the Drug Enforcement Administration

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 19:30:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Derek Maltz, Former Director of the Special Operations Division at the Drug Enforcement Administration, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the dangerous migrant gangs, drugs and violence impacting major US cities due to President Biden's open border policies, which pose an increasingly major security threat to our homeland.

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Episode 116: Ken Belkin, On-Air Legal Analyst and Criminal, Civil and Family Law Attorney

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 13:54:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Ken Belkin, On-Air Legal Analyst and Criminal, Civil and Family Law Attorney, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the wild hearing in Georgia to determine if DA Fani Willis should be disqualified from prosecuting the Trump election racketeering case. Belkin also shares his powerful insights on several of the other high-profile cases against the former President.

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Episode 115: Beth Van Duyne, Texas Congresswoman

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 20:39:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Texas Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne joins Rita Cosby to discuss the various border bills in Congress, the enormous threats to our homeland and President Biden's incredible comments now blaming former President Trump and MAGA Republicans for not securing the border.

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Episode 114: Ed Mamet, Former NYPD Captain

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 20:09:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Ed Mamet, Former NYPD Captain and Co-Host of the Cop Talk Podcast, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the brutal beating of two New York cops in Times Square by a mob of illegal migrants... as well as the overall war on police that is not only devastating morale for officers, but greatly endangering community safety.

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Episode 113: John McLaughlin, Veteran Pollster & CEO and Partner of McLaughlin and Associates

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 19:08:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, John McLaughlin, Veteran Pollster as well as CEO and Partner of McLaughlin and Associates, joins Rita Cosby to discuss Former President Trump's victories in the Iowa Caucus and New Hampshire Primary, also where the 2024 race goes from here and what are the biggest issues that concern American voters today.

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Episode 112: John Ullyot, Former Trump National Security Council Spokesman and Current Managing Partner of Brighton Strategy Group

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, John Ullyot, Former Trump National Security Council Spokesman and Current Managing Partner of Brighton Strategy Group, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the former President's historic win in the Iowa Caucus, what's ahead in the GOP Nomination race and why Trump is skyrocketing in the polls... Especially when it comes to his track record for securing our borders and protecting other countries from major threats as well.

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Episode 111: David Horowitz, Best Selling Author, and Conservative Activist

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 20:46:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, David Horowitz, Best Selling Author and Conservative Activist, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the degradation of our country due to weak leadership, our dangerous open borders and a lack of moral clarity on college campuses.... All detailed in his new blockbuster book, "The Radical Mind: The Destructive Plans of The Woke Left."

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Episode 110: Jake Novak, Political Commentator and Former Spokesman at the Israeli Consulate in New York

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Jake Novak, Political Commentator and Former Spokesman at the Israeli Consulate in New York, joins Rita to discuss the resignation of Harvard President Claudine Gay after her dismal Congressional testimony about antisemitism on her college campus. Novak also talks about what must be done to contain the anti-Israeli protests raging across our nation and who is likely funding them.

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Episode 109: Aviv Ezra, Israel's Acting Consul General to New York

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 13:36:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Aviv Ezra, Israel's Acting Consul General to New York, joins Rita to discuss the latest in Israel's war against the terrorist group Hamas, the anti-Semitic protests raging across our nation blocking even some holiday celebrations and travel, as well as how critical it is to keep Iran under control.

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Episode 108: Doug Burns, Former Federal Prosecutor

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 20:34:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Federal Prosecutor Doug Burns joins Rita to discuss the very controversial decision by the Colorado State Supreme Court to kick former President Trump off their Presidential Primary ballot and what he thinks the U.S. Supreme Court will do when they likely get this high profile case in the near future.

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Episode 107: Gregg Jarrett, Fox News Legal Analyst and Author

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 15:13:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Gregg Jarrett, Fox News Legal Analyst and Author of "The Constitution of the United States and other Patriotic Documents," joins Rita Cosby to discuss Hunter Biden and the formal impeachment inquiry now launched into President Joe Biden, as well as the timeless message of leadership and the importance of ethics in Gregg's powerful new book.

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Episode 106: Dr. Shea Bradley-Farrell, Senior Fellow of the Center for Fundamental Rights in Budapest and President of Counterpoint Institute for Policy, Research and Education

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 21:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Dr. Shea Bradley-Farrell, Senior Fellow of the Center for Fundamental Rights in Budapest and President of Counterpoint Institute for Policy, Research and Education in Washington DC, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the timely and eye-opening message to our own country in her powerful new book entitled, "Last Warning to the West - Hungary's Triumph Over Communism and the EU."

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Episode 105: Lt. Steve Rogers, Retired Military Officer & Former Lieutenant

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 14:19:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lt. Steve Rogers, retired military officer assigned to the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force and Former Lieutenant at the Nutley, NJ Police Department, joins Rita Cosby to discuss how the threats to our country are at an all-time high due to the Israel - Hamas war, our open borders and issues brewing on American campuses.

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Episode 104: Itay Milner, Spokesman and Consul for Media Affairs at the Consulate General of Israel in New York

Sat, 25 Nov 2023 00:44:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Itay Milner, Spokesman and Consul for Media Affairs at the Consulate General of Israel in New York, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the deal made between Israel and Hamas which calls for dozens of hostages to be released by the terrorist group in exchange for 150 Palestinian prisoners to be set free and a multi-day ceasefire.

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Episode 103: Gordon Chang, Asia Expert

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 15:56:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Asia Expert Gordon Chang joins Rita Cosby to discuss President Biden's important face-to-face meeting with China's leader this week in San Francisco. Chang explains the huge security issues Biden should have addressed with Xi and why he believes China's promises to try to stop the flow of deadly fentanyl into our nation will prove fruitless.

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Episode 102: Doug Burns, Former Federal Prosecutor

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 14:30:01 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Federal Prosecutor Doug Burns joins Rita Cosby to discuss the civil fraud trial in New York brought against Former President Donald Trump.... What Burns thinks about the merits of this very unusual case, Trump taking the stand and on what grounds his attorneys are likely already looking into for an expected appeal.

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Episode 101: Lt. Colonel Tony Shaffer, Former Intel Operative and President of Project Sentinel

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 11:39:06 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lt. Colonel Tony Shaffer, Former Intel Operative and President of Project Sentinel, joins Rita Cosby to discuss how dangerous and pivotal Israel's war to obliterate Hamas terrorists will be... and why a ceasefire, which many protestors are calling for, is not advantageous for military reasons.

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Episode 100: Shahar Azani, Former Israeli Consulate Spokesman

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 11:47:29 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Shahar Azani, Former Israeli Consulate Spokesman, joins Rita Cosby to discuss how Israel is battling sheer evil with the brutal Hamas terrorists.... and how they are also fighting against the propaganda war and trying to set the record straight in the media, on many college campuses and at the United Nations.

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Episode 99: Walid Phares, Mideast Expert, Former Trump Campaign Foreign Policy Advisor

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 15:02:15 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Walid Phares, Mideast Expert, Former Trump Campaign Foreign Policy Advisor and Author of "Iran: An Imperialist Republic and US Policy," discusses the history of terrorist organizations like Hamas and Hezbollah and how very dangerous they are to Israel and the world.

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Episode 98: Tony Shaffer, Lt Colonel & Former Defense Department Intel Operative

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 11:51:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lt Colonel Tony Shaffer, Former Defense Department Intel Operative and President of The London Center for Policy Research and Project Sentinel, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the ruthless Hamas attacks on Israel, Iran's role in funding terrorism and what the US should do now to help Israel and better secure our own country.

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Episode 97: Gregg Jarrett, Fox News Legal Analyst and Best Selling Author

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Gregg Jarrett, Fox News Legal Analyst and Best Selling Author, joins Rita Cosby to discuss

Former President Trump’s civil fraud case in New York and the surprising developments that happened in week one of his trial, including a limited gag order imposed on Trump… and so many questions swirling about our

two-tiered system of justice.

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Episode 96: Tom Homan, Former Acting Director of the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Tom Homan, Former Acting Director of the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the record-breaking number of migrant crossings happening now at our Southern border due to President Biden’s catastrophic open border policies.

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Episode 95: Alireza Jafarzadeh, Deputy Director of The National Council of Resistance of Iran

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 15:33:04 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Alireza Jafarzadeh, Deputy Director of The National Council of Resistance of Iran, joins RitaCosby to discuss the controversial prisoner swap agreed to by the Biden Administration and Iran, which also included the US unfreezing $6 Billion Dollars to the regime to use for “humanitarian purposes.” Jafarzadeh also describes the massive protests which he helped organize outside of the United Nations, and explains why the leadership in Tehran poses an enormous threat to our country and the world.

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Episode 94: Alan Dershowitz, Former Harvard Law School Professor and Author of “Get Trump"

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Alan Dershowitz, Former Harvard Law School Professor and Author of “Get Trump,” joins Rita Cosby to discuss House Speaker Kevin McCarthy launching an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden and how both political parties, he believes, are weaponizing our system of justice.

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Episode 93: Mark Morgan, Former Commissioner of the US Customs and Border Protection

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 14:15:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Mark Morgan, Former Commissioner of the US Customs and Border Protection, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the dire crisis at our open Southern border and the massive national security issues it causes to the homeland.

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Episode 92: Scott LoBaido, Patriotic Activist and Artist

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 12:41:05 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Patriotic Activist Scott LoBaido joins Rita Cosby to discuss why he‘s organizing peaceful protests against migrant shelters popping up across NYC, especially one in his own hometown borough of Staten Island, which is stunningly located in a residential area only a few feet away from a grammar school.

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Episode 91: John Solomon, Investigative Journalist and Founder of Just The News

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 11:58:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, John Solomon, Investigative Journalist and Founder of Just The News, joins Rita Cosby to discuss his exclusive reporting which reveals that contrary to President Biden’s repeated statements, Biden suddenly altered US policy toward Ukraine when he was Vice President, and at the very same time his son Hunter was receiving significant money from Ukranian energy company Burisma and he greatly benefited from his father’s actions.

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Episode 90: Wendy Whitman, Renowned TV Executive, Producer, Reporter and Crime Expert

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 13:45:03 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Wendy Whitman, Renowned TV Executive, Producer, Reporter and Crime Expert, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the latest developments in the Gilgo Beach serial killer case and how it compares to other high profile murders. Plus, Whitman delves into her latest acclaimed book, “Retribution,” which powerfully takes readers inside the demented criminal mind… and reveals how you can protect yourself from these killers living among us.

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Episode 89: Robert Holden, New York City Democratic Councilman

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 14:08:31 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, New York City Democratic Councilman Robert Holden joins Rita Cosby to discuss the high price illegal migrants are costing taxpayers, as residents are growing increasingly outraged at the many migrant shelters popping up in their neighborhoods which are now even quickly replacing children’s athletic fields, senior centers and more.

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Episode 88: Doug Burns, Former Federal Prosecutor

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 12:38:37 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Federal Prosecutor Doug Burns joins Rita Cosby to discuss the third criminal indictment against Former President Donald Trump and what it says about the weaponization of our justice system in America today.

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Episode 87: Brett Tolman, Former US Attorney and Executive Director of Right on Crime

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 13:04:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Brett Tolman, Former US Attorney and Executive Director of Right on Crime, joins Rita Cosby to discuss all the stunning developments surrounding the Hunter Biden plea deal which quickly fell apart in court, as GOP leaders in Congress step up calls for a possible impeachment inquiry against his father, President Joe Biden.

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Episode 86: Mike Sapraicone, Former NYPD Detective and Global Security Expert

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 16:24:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Mike Sapraicone, Former NYPD Detective and Global Security Expert, joins Rita Cosby to discuss all the critical pieces of evidence law enforcement gathered leading up to the arrest of the suspect in the Gilgo Beach, Long Island murders.

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Episode 85: Victoria Coates, Senior Fellow at The Heritage Foundation & Former Deputy National Security Advisor to President Donald Trump

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 16:22:54 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Victoria Coates, Senior Fellow at The Heritage Foundation and Former Deputy National Security Advisor to President Donald Trump, joins Rita Cosby to discuss President Biden’s handling of critical NATO meetings overseas, as well as major developments surrounding the war in Ukraine and its efforts to try to gain NATO membership.

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Episode 84: Andrew Giuliani, Former Special Assistant to President Donald Trump

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 14:31:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Andrew Giuliani, Former Special Assistant to President Donald Trump, joins Rita Cosby to discuss cocaine found in The White House and major developments in Congress’ Hunter Biden Investigations.

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Episode 83: John Solomon, Investigative Journalist and Founder of Just The News

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 16:25:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, John Solomon, Investigative Journalist and Founder of Just The News, joins Rita Cosby to discuss how three separate Congressional House Committees are now working together to investigate the very serious allegations surrounding Hunter Biden and his father, President Joe Biden.

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Episode 82: Gordon Chang, Author and Asia Expert

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 10:46:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Asia Expert Gordon Chang, Author of “The Coming Collapse of China” and “The Great US-China Tech War” joins Rita Cosby to discuss major developments impacting America’s relationship with China… and how the Biden Administration has been weak and confusing in its handling of our economic and military adversary.

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Episode 81: Brett Tolman, Former Federal Prosecutor

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 19:31:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Federal Prosecutor Brett Tolman joins Rita Cosby to discuss Donald Trump's second indictment on federal charges, Joe Biden's bribery allegations, and the difference in treatment between Biden and Trump when it comes to investigations.

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Episode 80: Nicole Malliotakis, New York Congresswoman

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 13:35:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, New York Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis joins Rita Cosby to discuss their reaction to New York City suing 30 New York counties for refusing to accommodate migrants, why Eric Adams should be suing Joe Biden instead for leaving open borders, Chuck Schumer’s involvement, how solving the problem starts with border security, and more!

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Episode 79: Robert Holden, New York City Democratic Councilman

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 15:48:20 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, New York City Democratic Councilman Robert Holden joins Rita Cosby to discuss New York City reviewing 750 more sites to possibly house migrants, how much it is costing NYC, why this issue cannot be sustained, and what the solution should be.

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Episode 78: Doug Burns, Former Federal Prosecutor

Fri, 26 May 2023 14:43:47 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Doug Burns, Former Federal Prosecutor, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the criminal charge filed by DA Alvin Bragg against ex marine Daniel Penny for the chokehold death of Jordan Neely on a New York City subway car, and where the very high profile and controversial case goes from here.

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Episode 77: Angel Maysonet

Fri, 19 May 2023 15:15:23 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, retired NYPD Detective Angel Maysonet joins Rita Cosby to discuss the prosecution of people suffering from mental illness. With America in uproar over the death of Jordan Neely, many people are calling for reform and treatment to people who are suffering with mental illnesses. Yet with crime on the rise and no one taking action to stop it, what are the police allowed to do? What will our politicians do? Tune in to find out.

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Episode 76: Ronald Vitiello

Fri, 12 May 2023 16:04:10 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, U.S Border Patrol Agent Ronald Vitiello joins Rita Cosby to discuss the removal of Title 42. What does that mean for the U.S and the process to remove illegal immigrants? Can the Border Patrol handle the traffic when over 7000 immigrants cross daily? Tune in to find out.

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Episode 75: John Solomon

Fri, 05 May 2023 17:51:34 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, John Solomon, Investigative Journalist and Founder of Just The News, joins Rita Cosby to discuss Congress issuing a subpoena to the FBI for a file potentially linking President Biden in a pay to play scheme and also shares new details about secret plans to discredit Hunter Biden’s laptop via that now infamous letter signed by 51 intel officials claiming it was Russian disinformation right before Biden debated Trump in October 2020.

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Episode 74: Brandon Judd, President of the National Border Patrol Council

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 14:00:11 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Brandon Judd, President of the National Border Patrol Council, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the massive crisis at our Southern Border and how it will become significantly worse when immigration program Title 42 is lifted next month.

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Episode 73: Andrew Giuliani

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 16:50:43 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Andrew Giuliani, Former New York GOP Gubernatorial Candidate and Former Trump Special Assistant, joins Rita Cosby to discuss increased violence in many major US cities, the recent Republican-led Congressional field hearing in Manhattan spotlighting DA Alvin Bragg’s soft on crime approach creating repeat offenders… and how many Democrats are playing politics with issues surrounding public safety.

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Episode 72: Jesse Binnall, Trump Lawyer and Constitutional Attorney

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:51 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Jesse Binnall, Trump Lawyer and Constitutional Attorney, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the weaponization of our judicial system and what he thinks of the 34 count criminal indictment against Former President Donald Trump as well as the legal wrangling between New York District Attorney Alvin Bragg and the GOP-led House Committee investigating his historic case against the 45th President.

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Episode 71: Brett Tolman, Former US Attorney

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 13:14:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Brett Tolman, Former US Attorney and Executive Director of Right on Crime, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the politics involved in the current justice system in our country after the arraignment of Former President Trump, the first President to be criminally charged in American history.

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Episode 70: Former NYPD Detective Angel Maysonet

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 17:42:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former NYPD Detective Angel Maysonet joins Rita Cosby to discuss the deadly Nashville elementary school shooting, the killer’s history of mental illness and what parents and others should do to keep our children safe in school.

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Episode 69: China Expert Gordon Chang

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 12:39:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, China Expert Gordon Chang joins Rita Cosby to discuss President Xi meeting with Putin in Moscow, plus what this strengthened alliance of US adversaries means for the war in Ukraine and the world order.

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Episode 68: Tony Shaffer, US Army Retired Lieutenant Colonel

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 12:32:39 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Tony Shaffer, US Army Retired Lieutenant Colonel, President of The London Center for Policy Research and Project Sentinel, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the fallout after Russian jets took down a U.S. drone near Crimea, how the Biden Administration has responded and where the Russia - Ukraine war is now headed.

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Episode 67: Mark Morgan, Former Acting Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 14:17:08 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Mark Morgan, Former Acting Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the FBI’s new travel warning for Americans going to Mexico, the latest details in the horrible murder of two U.S. citizens just over the border in Matamoros, and how Morgan believes it is time to get tough on the cartels that are devastating the American public with deadly Fentanyl pouring into our country as well as human trafficking.

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Episode 66: Derek Maltz

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 13:24:42 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Derek Maltz, Former Director of the DEA’s Special Operations Division and Former Chief of the New York Drug Enforcement Task Force, joins Rita Cosby to discuss his powerful testimony during recent GOP-led Congressional Hearings focused on our open Southern Border and the devastating effect Fentanyl is reaping upon our communities.

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Episode 65: Betsy McCaughey, Former Lieutenant Gov. of NY

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 14:08:46 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Betsy McCaughey, Former Lieutenant Governor of New York and Chairman of The Committee to Reduce Infection Deaths, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the Biden Administration’s abysmal and out of touch response to the devastating toxic train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio and how McCaughey believes it further demonstrates the “America Last” policies of this President.

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Episode 64: Asia Expert Gordon Chang

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 15:31:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Asia Expert Gordon Chang joins Rita Cosby to discuss new information on the Chinese spy balloon shot down by the US military after it conducted surveillance across our country, as well as reaction to President Biden finally making public statements on the controversy… and on how serious the threats really are from China against the United States.

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Episode 63: Jenna Ellis, Former Legal Counsel to President Trump

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 16:37:37 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Jenna Ellis, Former Legal Counsel to President Trump and Host of “The Jenna Ellis Show,” joins Rita Cosby to discuss President Biden’s State of The Union Address where he spent very little time focusing on border security and the Chinese spy balloon, which was eventually shot down by the US government, but only after it crossed our country gathering intelligence for China.

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Episode 62: Former Federal Prosecutor Doug Burns

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Federal Prosecutor Doug Burns joins Rita Cosby to discuss the charges Actor and Producer Alec Baldwin faces in connection to the on-set killing of his cinematographer Halyna Hutchins as they were filming Baldwin’s movie “Rust” in New Mexico… and how safety on movie sets has taken center stage in this case.

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Episode 61: Sergeant Betsy Brantner Smith

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Sergeant Betsy Brantner Smith, Spokesperson for The National Police Association and Retired Chicago Area Police Officer, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the war on police and how bail reform and political rhetoric have made the job of law enforcement even more difficult.

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Episode 60: Derek Maltz, Former Special Agent

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 14:21:20 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Derek Maltz, Former Special Agent in Charge of the DEA’s Special Operations Division, joins Rita Cosby to discuss how migrant crossings into our nation from our chaotic Southern Border have hit an all-time high…. and how dangerous an open border is for our national security with cartels making billions of dollars through human smuggling and drug trafficking.

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Episode 59: Brett Tolman, Former US Attorney

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 16:25:07 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Brett Tolman, Former US Attorney and Executive Director of Right on Crime, joins Rita Cosby to discuss Attorney General Merrick Garland appointing a special counsel to investigate President Biden after stunning revelations emerged that he had classified documents discovered in multiple, unsecured locations, such as his private office and his garage.

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Episode 58: Tom Homan, Former Director of ICE

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 14:20:37 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Tom Homan, Former Director of ICE, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, joins Rita Cosby to talk about President Biden announcing he will visit the border for the first time. But is this stop in El Paso, Texas just a “photo op”…. Or a sign he is finally facing the crisis his Administration has created after inheriting a secure border from President Trump?

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Episode 57: Pete Hoekstra, Former Michigan Congressman

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 13:38:24 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Pete Hoekstra, Former Michigan Congressman and Former US Ambassador to The Netherlands, joins Rita Cosby to talk about what the priorities should be for the new Republican-led House of Representatives. They discuss dealing with the economy, border, the origins of Covid, Hunter Biden, social media suppression and more.

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Episode 56: Jennie Taer, Investigative Reporter for The Daily Caller

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 14:27:45 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Jennie Taer, Investigative Reporter for The Daily Caller, joins Rita Cosby to talk about the dangerous and chaotic situation existing at our border with Mexico, which will soon become much worse after Title 42 is lifted. Taer shares powerful stories from border agents and the migrants themselves, who are often trafficked by cartels and other drug smugglers.

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Episode 55: Investigative Journalist Sara Carter

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 13:44:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Investigative Journalist Sara Carter joins Rita Cosby to discuss the crisis at our Southern Border which may become catastrophic after Title 42 is lifted in a matter of days. Carter describes what she has witnessed firsthand through her extensive reporting in the region, and compares the policies of the Trump Administration to the current open border policy of President Biden, and its devastating impact on our country’s national security.

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Episode 54: Former NYPD Detective Angel Maysonet

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 12:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former NYPD Detective Angel Maysonet joins Rita Cosby to discuss the impact soft on crime district attorneys and judges have on the communities they are elected to protect, as well as a new mental health plan instituted by NYC Mayor Eric Adams to get homeless individuals, who are severely disturbed, taken off the streets… even involuntarily if they refuse help.

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Episode 53: Lt. Steve Rogers

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 14:09:24 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lt. Steve Rogers, formerly with the Nutley, New Jersey Police Department and who served as a military officer assigned to the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the unsolved murder of four Idaho college students, which has the local community and the entire country on edge.

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Episode 52: Nick Adams, Former Trump 2020 Campaign Surrogate

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 13:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Nick Adams, Former Trump 2020 Campaign Surrogate, Head of the Foundation for Liberty and American Greatness and Best Selling Author, joins Rita Cosby to discuss his new book, “The Most Dangerous President in History.” He explains Biden’s failures domestically and internationally, and why he believes Trump will ultimately take back the White House in 2024. Born in Australia, Adams also describes his own powerful American journey and what our country represents to the world.

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Episode 51: Jenna Ellis, Former Senior Adviser & Attorney for Ex President Trump

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 16:10:21 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Senior Adviser and Attorney for Ex President Trump, Jenna Ellis, joins Rita Cosby to discuss Trump’s big announcement that he is running again in 2024, his priorities for beefing up security domestically and internationally, and her reaction to Republicans taking the majority in the House and making investigations of the border crisis, Hunter Biden and the DOJ their top priorities in the new Congress.

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Episode 50: Chief Communications Officer Marc Lotter

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 14:10:13 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Marc Lotter, the Chief Communications Officer for the America First Policy Institute, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the surprising Midterm Election results, the impact they will have on the GOP and the Biden Administration, and the future direction of our deeply divided country.

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Episode 49: Sgt Betsy Brantner Smith

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 13:53:32 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former police officer and Spokesperson for the National Police Association, Sgt Betsy Brantner Smith joins Rita Cosby to discuss soaring crime rates, the extreme difficulties that law enforcement officers now face and what the public can do to appreciate our police and keep us all safe.

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Episode 48: Former ICE Director Tom Homan

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 13:51:17 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former ICE Director Tom Homan joins Rita Cosby to discuss the newly released numbers showing an unprecedented amount of illegal migrants crossing our Southern Border in the last fiscal year alone. Homan says the Biden Administration’s open border policy has created a massive security risk for our country and is also deeply impacting the morale of border agents trying to keep us safe.

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Episode 47: Retired General Blaine Holt

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 13:31:05 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Retired General Blaine Holt, Former C-17 Combat Commander and Military Representative to NATO, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the latest on Russia’s brutal war on Ukraine, that the world is watching how Biden and our Allies handle the crisis and how the President’s tapping into our emergency Strategic Petroleum Reserve is dangerous from a national and international security standpoint.

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Episode 46: Former NYPD Detective Angel Maysonet

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 10:44:54 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former NYPD Detective Angel Maysonet talks about rising violent crime in major US cities, the extreme difficulties police are facing on the job due in part to Progressive policies and rhetoric, and his advice for citizens who want law and order back in their embattled communities.

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Episode 45: Former Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 11:40:10 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino tells Rita Cosby about the continued flights of migrants to New York and elsewhere, his reaction to the tent city being set up to house them and the hypocrisy of many politicians.

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Episode 44: Lieutenant Colonel Tony Shaffer

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 10:43:37 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lieutenant Colonel Tony Shaffer, Former Trump National Security Advisor and President of The London Center for Policy Research, tells Rita Cosby where he thinks the Russia - Ukraine war is headed, his reaction to Putin annexing land and the effect that President Biden’s green energy policies are having on the U.S. and Europe.

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Episode 43: Victoria Coates, Former Trump Deputy National Security Adviser and Heritage Foundation Fellow

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 16:21:52 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Victoria Coates, Former Trump Deputy National Security Adviser and Heritage Foundation Fellow, tells Rita Cosby her reaction to Vladimir Putin’s recent threats to potentially use nuclear weapons, where she believes the Russia Ukraine war is headed and how Trump’s peace through strength leadership style kept the US and the world safer.

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Episode 42: Lee Cohen, UK Adviser to US House Foreign Affairs Committee

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 13:28:17 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lee Cohen, UK Adviser to US House Foreign Affairs Committee, talks with Rita Cosby about the passing and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II, US - British relations and his own unforgettable meeting with her Majesty.

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Episode 41: Andrew Pollack, School Safety Expert

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 14:25:24 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Andrew Pollack, School Safety Expert and Parent of a Parkland, Florida student who was killed in the 2018 high school shooting, tells Rita Cosby about the devastating loss of his daughter Meadow, the critical warning signs often missed prior to these frequent attacks and he provides valuable guidance for parents and students to protect our classrooms.

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Episode 40: Former Education Secretary Betsy DeVos

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 15:27:36 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Education Secretary Betsy DeVos joins Rita Cosby to discuss a devastating new report showing massive declines in reading and math scores for young students because of pandemic policies, as well as her thoughts on Biden canceling student loan debt.

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Episode 39: Political Consultant Dick Morris

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 14:32:46 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Political Consultant Dick Morris joins Rita Cosby to discuss the multiple investigations by Democrats of Former President Trump and the political implications, as he details Trump’s plans for 2024 in his new book, “The Return.”

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Episode 38: Fox News Legal Analyst Gregg Jarrett

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 14:27:35 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Fox News Legal Analyst Gregg Jarrett joins Rita Cosby to discuss the Justice Department’s handling of the FBI raid on Mar-A-Lago and where he sees this investigation of former President Trump heading.

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Episode 37: Investigative Journalist John Solomon

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 15:24:15 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Investigative Journalist John Solomon joins Rita Cosby to discuss the FBI raid of former President Trump’s Mar-A-Lago home and the political implications.

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Episode 36: General David Petraeus

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 15:58:06 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, General David Petraeus, Ex CIA Director and Former Commander of US and NATO forces in Afghanistan, joins Rita Cosby on the US drone strike that killed Al Qaeda leader Ayman Al-Zawahiri, how the Taliban was sheltering the world’s most wanted terrorist in Kabul and the ongoing threats to our homeland.

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Episode 35: Asia Expert Gordon Chang

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 16:03:13 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Asia Expert Gordon Chang joins Rita Cosby to discuss President Biden’s lackluster conversation with China’s leader and how we should respond to Chinese threats over Nancy Pelosi’s planned trip to Taiwan.

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Episode 34 : James Carafano Heritage Foundation Vice President of Foreign and Security Policy

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 17:14:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, James Carafano, Heritage Foundation Vice President for Foreign and Security Policy, joins Rita Cosby from oil-rich Azerbaijan to discuss the world’s current gas supply amidst President Biden’s push for green energy and a climate emergency.

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Episode 33: Mark Morgan, Former Commissioner of the US Customs and Border Protection

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 17:04:53 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Mark Morgan, Former Commissioner of the US Customs and Border Protection, joins Rita Cosby to discuss President Biden’s lackluster meeting with Mexico’s President at The White House and the dire situation at our Southern border.

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Episode 32: Howard Safir, Former NYPD Commissioner

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 13:59:57 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Howard Safir, Former NYPD Commissioner, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the horrific mass shooting during a 4th of July Parade in Highland Park, Illinois, as well as the many red flags in the troubling background of the 21 year old confessed killer.

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Episode 31: Lt, Colonel Darin Gaub, Army Veteran and Co-Founder of Restore Liberty

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 14:54:27 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lt, Colonel Darin Gaub, Army Veteran and Co-Founder of Restore Liberty, joins Rita Cosby to discuss Russia’s brutal war against Ukraine, as well as his concerns that the US military is now being weakened by the Biden’s Administration’s “woke agenda” policies.

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Episode 30 : Victoria Coates, President Trump's Former Deputy National Security Advisor

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 16:30:43 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Victoria Coates, President Trump's former deputy national security advisor joins Rita Cosby on Biden's disastrous oil policies, Russia gaining ground in Ukraine and her recent trip to Normandy retracing her grandfather's role during the D-Day invasion.

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Episode 29: Filmmaker Dinesh D’Souza

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 15:02:41 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Filmmaker Dinesh D’Souza joins Rita Cosby to discuss the Democratic-led January 6th House Committee Hearings and his new movie "2000 Mules."

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Episode 28: Jonathan Hatami, Deputy Los Angeles District Attorney

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 19:47:11 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Jonathan Hatami, Deputy Los Angeles District Attorney, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the recall of San Francisco DA Chesa Boudin and how Hatami hopes it will now embolden voters to do the same to his own boss LA DA George Gascon and other soft-on-crime DAs across the country.

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Episode 27: Lt. Steve Rogers, formerly with the Nutley, New Jersey Police Department

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 14:46:48 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Lt. Steve Rogers, formerly with the Nutley, New Jersey Police Department and who served as a military officer assigned to the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the many questions surrounding the law enforcement response to the deadly Texas elementary school massacre and what should be done to prevent future shootings.

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Episode 26: Former NYPD Commissioner Howard Safir

Fri, 27 May 2022 17:26:26 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former NYPD Commissioner Howard Safir joins Rita Cosby to talk about the deadly Texas school shooting and what needs to be done to protect our country's children.

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Episode 25: Dru DiMattia, National President of the American Merchant Marine Veterans Organization

Fri, 20 May 2022 17:29:19 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Dru DiMattia, National President of the American Merchant Marine Veterans organization, joins Rita to discuss the heroism of these military men and women, and the long overdue Congressional Gold Medal they finally received for their extraordinary service in World War Two.

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Episode 24: Retired US Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Jessie Jane Duff, America First Policy Institute Ambassador

Mon, 16 May 2022 16:51:30 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Retired US Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Jessie Jane Duff, America First Policy Institute Ambassador, joins Rita Cosby to discuss security at our broken Southern border and security for Supreme Court justices after the leaked Roe v Wade draft opinion.

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Episode 23: Fox News Legal and Political Analyst Gregg Jarrett

Fri, 06 May 2022 19:24:53 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Gregg Jarrett, Fox News Legal and Political Analyst, joins Rita Cosby to talk about the stunning Supreme Court leak of the draft opinion potentially overturning Roe v. Wade, how authorities will now try to track down the leaker and what crimes they could face.

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Episode 22: Derek Maltz, Former Director of the DEA's Special Operations Division and Former Chief of the New York Drug Enforcement Task Force

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 18:59:55 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Derek Maltz, Former Director of the DEA's Special Operations Division and Former Chief of the New York Drug Enforcement Task Force, joins Rita Cosby to discuss how dangerous our now open Southern border with Mexico is with massive amounts of illegal immigrants, drugs, terrorists and cartels flowing into our country every day.

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Episode 21: General Blaine Holt, Former C-17 Combat Commander and Military Representative to NATO

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 18:53:03 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, General Blaine Holt, Former C-17 Combat Commander and Military Representative to NATO, joins Rita Cosby on the very latest in Ukraine. He discusses the strategy he thinks the Biden Administration should be using against Putin, Russia's recent test of a new nuclear ballistic missile and the dire situation in the Eastern city of Mariupol.

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Episode 20: NY GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Rob Astorino

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 16:59:59 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, NY GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Rob Astorino joins Rita Cosby to talk about the Brooklyn Subway Attack, surging crime in the U.S., secret migrant flights, and Title 42 about to be lifted soon, which will cause even more chaos at our Southern Border.

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Episode 19: General Jack Keane, Fox News Senior Strategic Analyst and Chairman of The Institute for the Study of War

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 19:13:30 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America General Jack Keane, Fox News Senior Strategic Analyst and Chairman of The Institute for the Study of War joins Rita Cosby to discuss the impact the horrific images released showing many executed civilians in the town of Bucha, Ukraine will have on increasing military assistance, what he thinks Putin’s war strategy is now and how President Biden is not doing enough to lead the fight for freedom and help Ukraine ultimately win.

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Episode 18: Former Trump Deputy National Security Adviser Victoria Coates

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 17:44:37 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Trump Deputy National Security Adviser Victoria Coates joins Rita Cosby to discuss President Biden’s dangerous verbal gaffes in Europe, also Biden blaming Putin and the Russian-Ukrainian War for all the rising inflation in the United States, and what the President's message now should be for Ukraine to have victory.

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Episode 17: Florida Congressman Gus Bilirakis

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 17:22:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Florida Congressman Gus Bilirakis joins Rita Cosby to discuss Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine, the mindset of Vladimir Putin to see if he may go to drastic measures like a potential chemical or nuclear attack knowing his back is against the wall militarily, and that we should not be advertising any of our contingency plans.

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Episode 16: Lieutenant General Jerry Boykin

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 19:26:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, General Jerry Boykin joins Rita Cosby to discuss Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine, from concerns that Putin may now use chemical weapons and what overall military aid the US should provide to defend Ukrainians.

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Episode 15: Former Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Robert Wilke

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 20:19:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Robert Wilke, joins Rita Cosby to discuss the mindset of Vladimir Putin, the status of the Russian-Ukrainian war & how long it will probably last.

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Episode 14: Former National Security Advisor General Keith Kellogg

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 19:58:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, General Keith Kellogg, Former National Security Advisor to Vice President Mike Pence & President Trump, discusses the current Russian war on Ukraine and his personal dealings with Putin via phone calls while he was in the White House.

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Episode 13: Former Trump UN Ambassador Kelly Craft

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 18:35:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Trump UN Ambassador Kelly Craft joins Rita Cosby to discuss Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Ambassador Craft says President Biden needs to immediately show strength and leadership, not just for the United States, but for the world. She believes her former boss, President Trump, would have handled this very differently and kept Putin in check.

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Episode 12: Former Lt. Colonel Tony Shaffer

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 19:00:00 -0000

The saber rattling between Russia and Ukraine has hit its highest tensions, as the countries could be on the brink of military conflict. On the latest episode of Protecting America, Rita Cosby is joined by former Lieutenant Colonel Tony Shaffer, who says Russia is using the weakness of The Biden Administration to try and re-establish the Soviet Union. And that Biden’s efforts there could be a case of wag the dog... to distract from so many domestic problems here at home.

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Episode 11: GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Andrew Giuliani

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 19:00:00 -0000

The latest installment of Protecting America has Rita Cosby joined by GOP Gubernational Candidate Andrew Giuliani, who talks about skyrocketing crime rates, and how they could only get worse after the Biden Administration said they would consider adding safe injection sites for drug users. Rita and Andrew break down how we as Americans need to put our foot down, and tell our lawmakers to stop giving safe havens for drug dealers and criminals.

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Episode 10: Investigative Journalist John Solomon

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 17:00:00 -0000

The 10th installment of Protecting America has Rita Cosby talking with investigative journalist and founder of Just the News, John Solomon, about President Biden and the Democratic Party's handling of skyrocketing crime rates across the country. John explains how the midterm elections could be having an effect on politicians and lawmakers who are reversing their calls to defund the police.

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Episode 9: Deputy Los Angeles District Attorney Jonathan Hatami

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 17:00:00 -0000

On this episode of Protecting America, Rita Cosby is joined by Deputy Los Angeles District Attorney Jonathan Hatami. Rita and Jon talk about how he is at odds with his boss, George Gascon, and how Jon is doing everything to stop politically motivated prosecutors and lawmakers around the country. Rita and Jon join in remembrance of the NYPD officers killed over the weekend, and Jon explains how the American people should be working with police, not against them. Jon also talks about how D.A.'s like Gascon and Alvin Bragg are being influenced by powerful people like George Soros.

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Episode Eight: Fox News Contributor Sara Carter

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 19:00:00 -0000

On this episode of Protecting America, Rita Cosby is joined by Fox News Contributor Sara Carter who gives insight to the worsening crisis at the southern U.S. border. Sara explains how dangerous people and groups are using lackluster border patrol to bring in a multitude of threats to the United States.

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Episode Seven: Former Police Commissioner Bill Bratton discusses problems with soft-on-crime District Attorneys

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 16:58:00 -0000

On this episode of Protecting America, Rita Cosby is joined by Former New York, Boston, and Los Angeles Police Commissioner Bill Bratton to talk about what will likely be failed policies, and more danger to the public, of District Attorneys like New York DA Alivn Bragg, who are taking an extremely soft approach on crime.

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Episode Six: Dr. Nicole Saphier on the political confusion surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

The sixth episode of Protecting America has Rita Cosby talking with Fox News medical contributor and author of "Panic Attack", Dr. Nicole Saphier. Rita and Dr. Saphier discuss the confusion surrounding covid protocols, vaccinations, testing, and how we need to stop shaming people who remain unvaccinated. Dr. Saphier also discusses the issues surrounding the Chicago Teachers Union, and gives a glimpse of what life could look on the other side of the omicron variant surge.

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Episode Five: Lieutenant Colonel Oliver North on the Afghanistan Crisis

Fri, 31 Dec 2021 15:00:29 -0000

In the fifth episode of Protecting America, Rita Cosby talks with Lieutenant Colonel Oliver North about the impact of the disastrous pullout of U.S. troops in Afghanistan, and how it could stem future terror threats around the globe.

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Episode Four: Secretary Ben Carson

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 15:00:51 -0000

On Episode Four of Rita Cosby's "Protecting America", Rita is joined by Secretary Ben Carson. Rita and Dr. Carson discuss the ongoing issues with the omicron variant, and try to help Americans navigate the confusion of safely celebrating the Holiday season.

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Episode Three: Commissioner Howard Safir

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 15:00:51 -0000

On episode three of Rita Cosby's "Protecting America", Rita is joined by former NYC Fire and Police Commissioner, Howard. Rita and Commissioner Safir discuss how politicians on the left are simply turning a blind eye to a sharp rise in crime in American cities with democrats in control.

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Episode One: Former Border Commissioner Mark Morgan

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 03:00:20 -0000

In Episode 1 of Rita Cosby’s “Protecting America,” Rita speaks with Former Commissioner of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Mark Morgan about all things immigration as our country continues to experience a massive surge of migrants crossing at the Southern Border.

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