Securing America with Frank Gaffney Podcast

Rowan Scarborough, Kori Schake, Steven O'Hern, Gordon Chang

With Rowan Scarborogh, Kori Schake, Steven O'Hern, and Gordon Chang Journalist ROWAN SCARBOROUGH discusses Benghazigate and how the Obama Administration is trying to cover-up their previous interpretation of what happened at the US consulate. He also explains how the Petraeus testimony could show how the Obama Administration intentionally misled the Amercan people. KORI SCHAKE of the Hoover Institute looks at modern military standards and if current politics and policies are deminishing those morals and standards. In light of the recent Patraeus and Allen scandals, can our military regain its high standard of conduct which ultimately adds to American security? Author STEVEN O'HERN talks about his new book “Iran's Revolutionary Guard: The Threat That Grows While America Sleeps” and how that threat is now on Israel's doorstep. The Obama Administration needs to open its eyes to the obvious threat Iran poses to global security, as well as be prepared to defend its Israeli ally. Asian analyst GORDON CHANG looks at China's new regime and what impact that will have on the countries economic and security capabilities. He also explains the significance of Obama's trip to Burma and pledge of support.

Barry Rubin, Avi Jorisch, Gordon Chang, Andy McCarthy

Barry Rubin, Avi Jorisch, Gordon Chang, and Andy McCarthy

Barry Rubin of the GLORIA Center sifts through the lies and cover-ups behind the Benghazi attack to try and explain what really happened and how the Obama Administration froze when it meant the most. He also looks at Israeli security in light of a recent Syrian mortar attack and an impending Yemen civil war.

Avi Jorisch of the Red Cell Intelligence Group analyzes America’s “frienemy”, the United Arab Emirates. The UAE financially supports Iran and other rogue entities, while claiming to be an ally of the United States. Avi analyzes the implications of not responding to the UAE’s financial indiscretions.

Asian analyst Gordon Chang looks at the upcoming transition inside the Chinese Politburo and how the Conservatives on trying to hold on to a Soviet model, while the people call for political and economic reform. Gordon explores the impending collapse of the Chinese government if drastic changes don’t occur and soon.

Former federal prosecutor Andy McCarthy explains how the liberal media either downplays or ignores important national security issues such as the Benghazi attack and the intelligence leaks that came our of the Petraeus scandal.

Amb. John Bolton, Diana West, Caroline Glick, Gordon Chang

With Ambassador John Bolton, Diana West, Caroline Glick, and Gordon Chang

In this special Election Day eve edition of Secure Freedom Radio, Frank speaks with each guest about the last four years under the Obama Administration and what the future might hold if Obama is re-elected  compared to a Romney Administration.

Mark Helprin, Bing West, Nonie Darwish, Gordon Chang

With Mark Helprin, Bing West, Nonie Darwish, and Gordon Chang MARK HELPRIN, BING WEST, and NONIE DARWISH all give their perspective on Obama's willingness to not only submit to Shariah, but circumvent the US Constitution in order to comply with this radical Islamic law. They also explain how Obama is forcing the military to comply with Shariah while silencing anyone that tries to speak the truth about America's enemy. Asian analyst GORDON CHANG examines the Chinese military build-up as well as the increasing push into politics on the part of the People's Liberation Army.

Michael Rubin, Gordon Chang, General Jack Keane, and Roger Noriega

MICHAEL RUBIN of AEI gives us a look at what is happening in the Middle East, and in particular how relations between various Arab countries could impact Israel. GORDON CHANG examines the changes taking place within China's People's Liberation Army on the eve of their once-a-decade political transition. General JACK KEANE provides his expert opinion on the budget crisis the U.S. military is facing--a crisis that is not waiting until January 1st, but that is happening now thanks to cuts already made. ROGER NORIEGA takes a look at Governor Romney's rhetoric concerning Latin America, and well as what potential the region has for the U.S.--both good and bad.

Clare Lopez, Adam Kredo, Kevin Freeman, and Gordon Chang

Former CIA Officer and Center for Security Policy Fellow CLARE LOPEZ stops by the show today to talk about the Benghazi attack, Libyan rebels, the Syrian Civil War, and Iran.  Are we really funding and arming rebel factions with connections to the Islamist ideology and organizations like Al-Qaeda? Will we really engage in negotiations with Iran over their nuclear program? ADAM KREDO of the Washington Free Beacon talks to Frank today about “Benghazigate” and the apparent attempt to deny us information about what happened on September 11, 2012 in Benghazi, Libya.  Are we inadvertently giving weapons and support to Libyan rebel groups with connections to radical Islamist groups? Kredo also talks about the Department of Energy and its apparent inability to provide adequate security to critical installations, namely those installations housing our nuclear weapons.  Kredo also discusses the sanctions on Iran and their effectiveness. Was the 2008 economic collapse caused by enemies of the United States? Center for Security Policy Senior Fellow KEVIN FREEMAN stops by the show today to talk to Frank about Economic warfare and financial terrorism.  He talks about a 1999 Chinese book by two PLA Colonels entitled “Unrestricted Warfare” and how it may have inspired enemies of the United States to wage economic warfare on us. How will China play in tonight’s foreign policy debate?  GORDON CHANG give a depth of background that can’t be found elsewhere.  Another cancellation of Japanese and American joint naval exercises, for example, may signal to China that the U.S. is serious about defending Japanese sovereignty.

Ret. Col. Chris Perkins, Brandon Webb, Robert Zarate, and Gordon Chang

Colonel (Ret.) CHRIS PERKINS, former Green Beret and candidate for Virginia’s 11^th Congressional District, stops by the show today to talk to Frank about sequestration and the devastating effects it would have on Virginia. BRANDON WEBB, former United States Navy SEAL and editor-in-chief of SOFREP.com, talks with Frank today about new rules of engagement in Afghanistan for Special Operations soldiers as well as the horrific green-on-blue attacks that have occurred over the past several months. ROBERT ZARATE of the Foreign Policy Initiative talks about the effects of sequestration cuts on America’s defense industry and security capabilities. Frank and Zarate also touch on the WARN Act and the current controversy taking place around the White House’s recent statements in regards to the WARN Act and tax dollars. GORDON CHANG of Forbes.com frames the elements of currency manipulation and the weaponization of trade and investment by China in terms of the tomorrow night’s presidential debate.

Bill Gertz, Ambassador John Bolton, Gordon Chang

With Bill Gertz, Ambassador John Bolton, and Gordon Chang Journalist BILL GERTZ spends two segments with Frank to discuss intelligence reports pertaining to Iranian support for jihadists in North Africa being ignored by the Obama Adminstration leading up to the events in Egypt and Benghazi. AMBASSADOR JOHN BOLTON gives his take on the recent Venezuelan elections and what imapct that will have for the region and American security. Asian analyst GORDON CHANG explains Obama's recent crackdown on Chinese tech firms investing in US companies. Some of these firms are fighting back by suing the Obama administration so they can have access to US technology. A congressional report highlights the danger to national security if these firms have access to US tech.

Lt. Gen. Jerry Boykin, Amb. Yoram Ettinger, Dr. Robert Zubrin, Gordon Chang

With Lt. Gen. Jerry Boykin, Amb. Yoram Ettinger, Dr. Robert Zubrin, Gordon Chang

Former Army officer LT. GEN. JERRY BOYKIN gives his take on the Benghazi attacks and how the Obama Administration is purposefully deceiving the nation.

AMBASSADOR YORAM ETTINGER analyzes the Israeli Prime Ministers’ speech in which he clearly defined a red line for Iran’s nuclear program. He explains how Israel and the US must be united against Iran otherwise they will achieve a nuclear weapon and it will be too late to respond.

DR. ROBERT ZUBRIN talks about Obama’s unwillingness to go after Iran’s nuclear facilities or the facilities that power the nuclear reactors. This hesitation could lead to Iran achieving a nuclear weapon and the Middle East thrown into chaos.

Asian analyst GORDON CHANG explains China’s cyber attacks on the US, and most recently their attack on the White House military office.

Michael Rubin, Ben Shapiro, Adam Kredo, and Gordon Chang

With Ben Shapiro, Michael Rubin, Adam Kredo, and Gordon Chang BEN SHAPIRO highlights the continued failings of President Obama’s foreign policy, specifically discussing Obama’s deference to Egyptian President Morsi and continual apologizing for American values and freedom speech. President Obama will be under pressure during the UN General Assembly to further kowtow to Middle East leaders and adopt policies unfavorable to Israel. Former Pentagon official MICHAEL RUBIN talks about the threat to free speech posed by Islamists in Turkey and the U.S. ADAM KREDO of the Washington Free Beacon weighs in on a  court decision that ruled against the National Iranian American Council and its founder, Trita Parsi. GORDON CHANG discusses the continuing tensions between China and Japan, and the likely Communist Party role behind events in China.