Medicare Fraud Probe Expands, Iran Tensions Grow, and Energy Security Debates Heat Up | YNTA

On this edition of Your News Talk America with Jake Smith, the conversation begins with growing scrutiny over Medicare and Medicaid fraud investigations, including allegations involving state governments and questions about federal oversight. Jake examines the political and financial implications of fraud enforcement, government accountability, and what the investigations could mean heading into future elections.The program also explores public safety and mental health policy following a violent attack at New York City's Penn Station. Manhattan Institute fellow Carolyn D. Gorman discusses serious mental illness, homelessness, public transit safety, and the challenges facing urban policymakers.Additional segments focus on energy security and infrastructure, including the rise of virtual power plants, solar energy adoption, permitting reform, and efforts to reduce electricity costs. The show also examines U.S. policy toward Iran, Israel, Hezbollah, and regional stability in the Middle East, with analysis of ongoing negotiations, national security concerns, and the broader geopolitical impact.From immigration vetting and visa waiver concerns to constitutional reform and congressional term limits, this episode delivers in-depth discussion on politics, national security, government accountability, energy policy, and issues affecting everyday Americans.FEATURED GUESTS• Carolyn D. Gorman – Fellow, Manhattan Institute• Ben Delman – Solar Communications Professional, Solar United Neighbors• Daniel Turner – Executive Director, Power The Future• Heather Johnston – Founder, U.S.-Israel Education Association• Simon Hankinson – Senior Research Fellow, Border Security and Immigration Center, The Heritage Foundation• Andrew Harding – Policy Analyst, National Security and Indo-Pacific Affairs, The Heritage Foundation• Mark Meckler – President and Co-Founder, Convention of States ActionYour 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.