Iran Strikes Escalate, New York’s “Gestating Parent” Bill, and California Election Integrity Debate | YNTA June 11, 2026

In this episode of Your News Talk America with Jake Smith, Jake examines several of the biggest national stories shaping public debate. The program opens with discussion surrounding a New York State bill that would replace the terms “mother” and “father” in certain legal contexts with gender-neutral language, sparking reactions from lawmakers and former NYPD Chief of Department John Chell.The show then turns to national security and foreign policy as the United States conducts new military strikes against Iran. Defense reporter Mike Brest of the Washington Examiner and retired Brigadier General Blaine Holt analyze the evolving situation, the role of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), U.S. military strategy, energy markets, and the potential implications for regional stability.Additional topics include concerns over New York City’s fiscal outlook, public safety challenges, congressional priorities, California election integrity debates, and the future of voter identification laws. The episode also features conversations on retirement security, private credit markets, and the broader economic consequences of government policy decisions.From politics and public policy to national security and economic issues, this episode delivers a wide-ranging discussion of stories affecting Americans across the country.FEATURED GUESTSJohn Chell – Former NYPD Chief of Department; 2029 New York City mayoral candidate William “Jack” Riddle – President, Community Bank Delaware Bethany (Town Manager) – Town Manager, Bridgeville, Delaware Mike Brest – Defense Reporter, Washington ExaminerChristian Briggs – CEO, Hard Asset Management Brigadier General Blaine Holt (Ret.) – U.S. Air Force Retired; Host of Dangerous IntellectualsCraig DeRoche – CEO, Family Policy Alliance; Former Speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives James McManus – Real estate developer and federal racketeering plaintiff John O’Connor – Former Assistant U.S. Attorney; Author of Postgate and The Mysteries of WatergateYour News Talk America with Jake SmithBroadcast weekdays on The Talk of Delmarva (92.7 and 98.5) and streaming online at WGMD.com and RealNewsTalk.com.Listen live, participate, and become a program Patriot by visiting:RealNewsTalk.com from 9 - Noon EasternFollow the latest national conversations, interviews, and commentary from voices shaping America’s political landscape.Produced by DTD MEDIA. © 2026 DTD MEDIA, All Rights Reserved.Interactive Radio - Join DIAL — Ask Questions & Chat LiveGo to RealNewsTalk.com on your phone or computer.Tap the blue "Join DIAL" button near the top of the page.Register with a quick display name Type your question or comment and send. The host and the rest of the audience see it live.Best experienced live, weekdays 9 a.m. to noon Eastern.