American leadership, military deterrence and U.S.–Israel relations take center stage in this episode of “Standpoint.” Hosted by Gabe Groisman, a Florida communal leader and the former mayor of Bal Harbour, the program welcomes Rep. Rich McCormick—an ER physician, veteran of combat zones in Iraq and Afghanistan, and now a leading voice on Capitol Hill.
McCormick shares his perspective on the role of U.S. military strength; why peace is only possible through deterrence; and how America’s alliances, particularly with Israel, shape the future of global security. The conversation ranges from committee assignments in Armed Services, Foreign Affairs and Science, Space & Technology, to the challenges of isolationism versus global engagement.
The episode also tackles hot-button issues:
The Biden administration’s failures on deterrence and the risks of U.S. withdrawal
The war in Gaza, Oct. 7, 2023, and the critical importance of America standing with Israel
Why isolationism threatens U.S. influence and opens the door for China, Russia and Iran
The UN’s failures, NATO’s challenges and the rise of India as a global power
- America’s budget battles, health-care costs and the fight against wasteful spending
