America First with Scottie Nell Hughes is a timely political analysis program examining the policies and priorities emerging from the administration of US President Donald Trump. The show explores the foundations of the “America First” strategy by breaking down the economic, foreign policy, and domestic initiatives that shaped the agenda while examining the reasoning behind them and the results they were designed to achieve.
The passing of Lindsey Graham: A legacy of belligerence and warmongering
On this episode of America First, Scottie Nell Hughes talks about the recent passing of a notorious hawk, US Senator Lindsey Graham. His legacy is one of constant instigating and pushing for war: in Ukraine, in Gaza, Iran, Syria, and more. Will the world be a safer place now, or will the neocon establishment just push along? Scottie is joined by Austin Steinbart of the Quantum Party of America and legal and media analyst Lionel.
Democrats win big in NYC on a socialist platform: is this the future of the party?
On this episode of America First, Scottie Nell Hughes sits down with independent commentator Kaizen Asiedu and Jose Vega, independent candidate for New York’s 15th district. The three discuss whether or not the Democratic party is pushing too far to the left in embracing democratic socialists. Is Zohran Mamdani setting a trend that will turn the Democrats into a radical left wing party? Tune in and catch the conversation.
Prominent pundits and former politicians leave the GOP; is this the right move?
On this episode of America First, Scottie Nell Hughes is joined by Daniel McAdams, executive director of the Ron Paul Institute, and Clint Russell, host of the Liberty Lockdown Podcast. The three discuss major moves from within the GOP as Tucker Carlson and Marjorie Taylor Greene say they no longer consider themselves Republican. Is this the next big rift in the MAGA movement, and will the America First movement, as well as the entire GOP, survive such open rebellion? Don’t miss it!
Securing the border: Federal overreach or practical immigration policies?
On this episode of America First, Scottie Nell Hughes is joined by legal and media analyst Lionel and democratic strategist Robert Patillo. The three discuss recent federal immigration policy. Many on the right are glad to see the border closed and deportations continuing; the left not so much. But many on both sides are concerned about federal overreach and the growth of ICE. Don’t miss this exciting conversation!
The Supreme Court’s summer of consequences: Rulings that will determine the future of the US
On this episode of America First, Scottie Nell Hughes is joined by conservative commentators Steve Malzberg and Melik Abdul. The three discuss one of the most consequential seasons of rulings in the Supreme Court’s history. Will the court uphold President Trump’s agenda, or deal more blows to MAGA? Their decisions could decide the fate of the country. Don’t miss it!
Gas prices rising: Who is to blame / and how will the electorate respond?
On this episode of America First, Scottie Nell Hughes addresses the question that is on every American’s mind: what is happening with gas prices? The war in Iran has moved the needle up on gas, household products, and groceries. How much more can Americans take before they decide US President Trump is at fault and take it out on the Republicans in the midterms? Join our discussion with Professor Emeritus of Economics Richard Wolff and economist and author Dr. Eike Hamer.