363. Lt. Colonel Alex Vindman. Trump’s Giant China TACO. The Real House of Dynamite Scenario. No TikTok Deal–And Xi is Thrilled About it. Putin’s New Nuke Threat. Are the US Venezuelan Strikes Illegal? Ukraine Groundwar Update. Do Halloween for America. 

In today’s powerful new episode of Independent Americans with your host Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) , featuring the return of Lt Colonel Alex Vindman—a national security expert, Ukraine insider, and unwavering patriot. This timely interview dives deep into America’s fractured politics, threats from abroad, and the vital ways community and vigilance can help repair our union. With fresh perspective on Trump’s foreign policy, the military shutdown crisis, and the war in Ukraine, this is your essential listen for staying informed and inspired. Listen now and share to help vigilant Americans everywhere unite. Because every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories--and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. Its independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve--and stay vigilant. -Previous appearance: Episode 265 - Feb. 1, 2024 -WATCH video of this episode. -Learn more about Independent Veterans of America and all of the IVA candidates.  -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers. And share yours.  -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us. And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch.  -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra, Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media. Ways to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Social channels: X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices