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

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