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Why do most Americans oppose U.S. involvement in the Middle East and why was this war doomed from the start? In this video, we break down the real reason Americans rejected this intervention before it even began: nobody sold them on it. George W. Bush, for all his flaws, made the case for the Iraq War to the American people. He used lies and propaganda but he made the sale, and entered that war with tremendous public approval. That didn't happen here. The Mideast intervention was launched without the consent or support of the American people, and now they're being asked to bear the economic consequences of a war they never believed in. In this video: • Why the Republican populist base is fundamentally anti-war and always has been • How Bush sold the Iraq War vs. how this administration failed to sell the Mideast war • Why public approval matters BEFORE you go to war not after • The conundrum of interventionism: economic burdens without public buy-in • Why "selling the war" is a prerequisite, not an afterthought If you're frustrated by endless wars with no public mandate, this is the breakdown you need to hear. #cortesinvestigates #americafirst #war #middleeast #republican
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The Real Reason Americans Reject the Mideast War | Interventionism's Conundrum

Zelensky's inner circle is facing corruption charges and the details are outrageous. Andriy Yermak, Zelensky's all-powerful chief of staff and effectively Ukraine's co-president, resigned in disgrace as part of Operation Midus, a scandal so brazens it involved toilets literally made of gold. This is the story of how Zelensky's junta has turned corruption into a way of life, stealing from Ukrainian citizens and American taxpayers alike. In this video, we break down: • Who is Andriy Yermak and why he was called Ukraine's "co-president" • The Operation Midus scandal and the gold toilet corruption charges • How corruption under Zelensky operates at a scale that rivals Chicago machine politics • Why the Black Sea war is not America's fight and why Zelensky's team is not our ally If you want to understand the real story behind Ukraine's corruption crisis, this is the video you need to watch. Subscribe for more deep dives into the stories the mainstream media won't cover. #CortesInvestigates #zelensky #ukraine #war #ukrainewar
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Ukraine's Corruption Crisis The Zelensky Yermak Money Trail

Miami didn't just survive, it thrived. While cities run by Gavin Newsom, Andrew Cuomo, Lori Lightfoot, and Bill de Blasio encouraged rioters and locked down children from a virus that posed no material threat to them, Florida took a different path. The whole state was different. Why? Simple: better leadership. This is the story of Miami's remarkable transformation into the destination city where Americans don't just get by, they thrive. #Miami #Florida #FloridaLife #MiamiLife #MovingToFlorida #FloridaLeadership #COVID #Lockdowns #Newsom #DeSantis #BillDeBlasio #AmericaFirst #Politics
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Why Miami Thrived While Every Other City Failed

The Democrats are targeting Catholics and not just with harsh words. Criminal prosecutions. Government targeting. A war on faith and families. Now we have the proof, in their own words, from the highest levels of the DOJ under Joe Biden — a supposedly devout Catholic. Meanwhile, bishops, the Pope, and American church leaders continue to align themselves with the very party targeting Catholics. Why? In this video, we break down the DOJ's own admissions, the criminal targeting of Catholics, and the shocking silence from Church leadership. #cortesinvestigates #doj #catholic #democrats #joebiden
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Democrats Are Targeting Catholics — The DOJ Proof They Can't Deny

Mitch McConnell is at it again, pushing Washington Post op-eds to convince you the Ukraine war deserves even more of your borrowed money. The DC establishment, Republican and Democrat alike, never tires of escalating foreign conflicts with zero compelling US national interest. In this video, I break down McConnell's latest push to keep funneling taxpayer dollars into the Ukraine war, a conflict propped up with borrowed money we don't have, flowing to a provably corrupt government in Kyiv. The Washington establishment calls this foreign policy. I call it reckless interventionism at your expense. What you'll see: - Why McConnell's Washington Post op-ed is pure war propaganda - How the DC uniparty uses your credit to fund endless overseas conflicts - The corruption angle the mainstream media won't cover - Why there is no compelling US national interest justifying this spending Check out the full article on my website. #CortesInvestigates #UkraineWar #MitchMcConnell #UkraineNews #USForeignPolicy
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McConnell's Ukraine War Obsession Is Costing You Billions

Join @catholicvote for a rally of patriotism & faith. Celebrate America 250 with other enthusiastic God-fearing, country-loving American Catholics! Speakers include Cardinal Burke & Michael J Knowles. 📍 Where: La Crosse, Wisconsin 📅 When: Saturday, June 13th 🎟️ Register at the link below. https://bit.ly/SteveCortesZFA250 #CatholicVote #America250 #CardinalBurke #MichaelKnowles #CatholicFaith #Patriotism #LaCrosseWisconsin
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The Rally That's Bringing Catholics Together Across America #faithunited #america250

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border crisis: Agents, policy & on-the-ground-reporting

Why does the populist left keep siding with corporate interests on immigration? In this debate, former Trump senior advisor Steve Cortes and political commentator Madeline Summerville clash over the real motivations behind open borders policies and who actually pays the price. Cortez argues that corporate CEOs push for more immigration because cheap labor inflates their profits, while populist left candidates like Graham Platner (running for US Senate in Maine) advocate for abolishing ICE entirely. Summerville counters that Republicans claiming to be populist are the ones actually working for corporate interests and that CEOs won't even pay a living wage to immigrants. This debate exposes the fault lines within American populism: • Why both the populist left and right share anti-war and anti-corporate instincts — but diverge completely on immigration • How the "ruling class" has cheated American workers for decades • Whether AOC's populism echoes the Tea Party's original energy • Why corporate chieftains want open borders for cheap labor • The real difference between conservative populism and what critics call "codified envy" If you care about the future of the working class, immigration reform, and who actually benefits from open borders — this is the debate you need to see. Subscribe for more political debates and analysis on populism, immigration, corporate accountability, and the 2026 political landscape. #Populism #Immigration #CorporateGreed #OpenBorders #AbolishICE #CheapLabor #AOC #WorkingClass #ImmigrationReform #2026Politics #PopulistLeft
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The Populist Left's Biggest Failure: Immigration & Cheap Labor

Why do corporate CEOs push for more immigration? Because cheap labor inflates their profits and the populist left is letting them get away with it. In this video, we break down how candidates like Graham Platner, who wants to abolish ICE entirely, represent an open borders agenda that serves corporate interests while betraying American workers. The immigration debate isn't just about CEOs exploiting the system — it's about how both legal and illegal immigration are being used to undercut American labor. We examine where the populist left falls short, why open borders policies benefit corporate chieftains, and what it means for the future of American workers. Subscribe for more political analysis and commentary on immigration reform, labor politics, and corporate accountability. #Immigration #AbolishICE #CheapLabor #PopulistLeft #ImmigrationReform #CorporateGreed #OpenBorders #LaborPolitics #GrahamPlatner #AmericanWorkers
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Abolish ICE? How the Left Sells Out Workers for Corporate Immigration

Sheridan Gorman - an 18-year-old Loyola Chicago student - was killed in a totally preventable tragedy. I report live from the Chicago crime scene. The illegal immigrant who killed Sheridan Gorman didn't act alone. Sanctuary city politicians created the system that allowed this to happen. I investigate who is responsible and why the mainstream media has imposed a near-total blackout on this story. Sheridan Gorman deserved better. Her family deserves answers. And the American people deserve the truth. 📢 Share this video to break the media blackout on Sheridan Gorman's murder. 🔔 Subscribe for more investigations. #CortesInvestigates #SheridanGorman #loyolachicago #illegalimmigration #crimestory #sanctuarycity
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Loyola U. Student Sheridan Gorman's Full Story

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Health & Wellness: America’s Medical Crisis

My "winner of the week" segment with @SeanMSpicer @robertfkennedyjrofficial RFK polls great, and he had a VERY big week pushing for healthier, happier Americans. This MAHA agenda presents the best single lane to grow our coalition... Follow on X: https://x.com/CortesSteve Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steve.cortes.413204 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevecortes_/ Subscribe on Substack: https://www.cortesinvestigates.com/ #cortesinvestigates #makeamericahealthyagain
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Why This MAHA Agenda Presents the Best Single Lane to Grow our Coalition

Dr. Robert Malone, co-inventor of mRNA technology, joins Steve Cortes to discuss MAHA — the Grassroots Movement for Health and Individual Choice. They explore why personal freedom, informed consent, and independent thinking are at the heart of America’s next health revolution. 💬 “Health freedom isn’t political — it’s personal.” 🎥 Cortes Investigates — uncovering the voices challenging the mainstream narrative. #CortesInvestigates #RobertMalone #HealthFreedom #MedicalChoice #MAHA #mRNA #SteveCortes #Freedom #IndividualRights
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MAHA: The Grassroots Movement for Health and Individual Choice

Dr. Robert Malone joins Steve Cortes to discuss a shocking truth — if nothing changes, America’s children could live shorter, less healthy lives than their parents. From political divides to shared values, they call for a united effort to restore real health and hope for the next generation. 🎙️ Clip from Cortes Investigates #SteveCortes #DrRobertMalone #CortesInvestigates #HealthCrisis #PublicHealth #Children #Wellness
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The Health Crisis Threatening Our Children’s Future

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obama’s chicago years: investigations & interviews

Steve Cortes Interviews Kenneth Woodard: The Truth About Obama’s Chicago Legacy & Black Voters In this explosive interview, Steve Cortes sits down with Chicago native Kenneth Woodard to expose the harsh reality of the "Hope and Change" era. A father of six and law school graduate, Woodard breaks his silence on why he—and many others in America's inner cities—felt abandoned by Barack Obama's presidency. From the South Side of Chicago to the political frontlines, Woodard reveals how poverty, addiction, and homelessness shaped his worldview, and why he believes the Democratic party failed Black Americans. Through Woodard’s story, you’ll hear: 🏚️ How his family lost everything despite hard work and faith 🎓 Why he became disillusioned with Obama while still in college 💥 How race relations, corruption, and wealth inequality worsened under Obama’s leadership 🧠 His journey from radical hope to political clarity—and why he now believes Obama “missed every opportunity to unite this country” This isn’t punditry—it’s truth from the frontlines of the communities Obama left behind. Woodard’s story will challenge your assumptions and ignite a deeper conversation about race, class, and the real legacy of America’s first Black president. Follow on X: https://x.com/CortesSteve Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steve.cortes.413204 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevecortes_/ Subscribe on Substack: https://www.cortesinvestigates.com/ #ObamaExposed #CortesInvestigates #KennethWoodard #ChicagoVoices #HopeAndChange #ObamaLegacy #RealTalk #BlackVoicesMatter #RaceInAmerica #PoliticalTruth #2025Election
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Chicago Residents Reveal What Obama Left Behind — Full Interview

After 25 years in Chicago, one resident had enough — crime, taxes, and cultural chaos drove their family out. And just like many others, Obama left too. Did he abandon the city that helped make him? #Chicago #Obama #UrbanDecline #EscapeFromChicago #Shorts
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Chicago's Downfall: Obama's Impact & Residents Speak Out

He once repped the South Side in a White Sox cap. But after reaching the White House, Obama traded Chicago’s streets for Martha’s Vineyard’s elite. Did he abandon the city that built him? #Obama #Chicago #MarthasVineyard #SouthSide #PoliticalElite #Shorts
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Obama Ditched Chicago: From South Side to Martha's Vineyard!

In churches across the country, voting for Obama wasn’t just political — it felt spiritual. For many Black voters, saying no to history wasn’t an option. “It felt like a sin not to vote for him.” #Obama2008 #BlackChurch #HistoricElection #HopeAndChange #Shorts
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2008: When Voting Obama Felt Like a Commandment

Obama promised to close the wealth gap — but for many, especially young Black men in cities like Chicago, little changed. One speaker puts it plainly: “Obama’s a good talker… but not a doer.” #Obama #WealthGap #Chicago #BrokenPromises #Shorts
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Obama's Broken Promises: Did He Close the Wealth Gap

It’s not about race. It’s about responsibility. As the first Black president, Obama made history — and millions. But some question whether his legacy reflects the integrity the moment demanded. #Obama #Legacy #WealthAndPower #BlackHistory #Shorts
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Obama Got Rich. But Did He Keep His Integrity?

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America first: Politics, culture & national identity

From a $10,000 credit card to a $700 million business - now Nate Morris is running for U.S. Senate in Kentucky. In this interview, he explains exactly why he's stepping into the political arena and what he plans to do when he gets there. Nate Morris is a 9th-generation Kentuckian, self-made entrepreneur, and political outsider who built one of the most successful waste management companies in America. Now he's taking on the career politicians he says have run the country off a cliff and he's not holding back. In this interview, Nate covers: 🔹 How he built a $700M business starting with $10K on a credit card 🔹 Why he's running to replace Mitch McConnell in the Kentucky Senate race 🔹 His America First stance on immigration and border security 🔹 Why he calls Andy Barr "Amnesty Andy" and what that means for Kentucky workers 🔹 His friendship with J.D. Vance and why Elon Musk is backing his campaign 🔹 What it means to be a true outsider in today's political landscape If you're tired of career politicians who are "in it for the paycheck and the title," this one is worth your time. 🔔 Subscribe for more interviews with the candidates and voices shaping America's political future. Follow on X: https://x.com/CortesSteve Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steve.cortes.413204 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevecortes_/ Subscribe on Substack: https://www.cortesinvestigates.com/ #CortesInvestigates #NateMorris #KentuckySenate #AmericaFirst #Senate2026 #KentuckyPolitics
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Nate Morris: Why This Entrepreneur Is Running for U.S. Senate in Kentucky

Can Trump really end the Iran war in just two to three weeks and what happens to Republicans if he can't? Former White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney, Trump senior media advisor Steve Cortez, and retired Air Force General John Tyger go head-to-head on Trump's war timeline and whether it's a genuine military strategy or a political talking point ahead of November. 🔑 Key topics covered: • Trump's 2-3 week war timeline — real deadline or strategic ambiguity? • What Iran hears when Trump announces a timeline • The Strait of Hormuz, closed shipping lanes, and the economic pressure on America • The April 6th deadline - Trump's threat to strike Iranian power plants • The political fallout for Republicans if the Iran war drags into the 2026 election cycle • Why Iran's incentives may actually favor a longer war 🔔 Subscribe for daily breaking news and political analysis. #CortesInvestigates #TrumpIranWar #IranWar #StraitOfHormuz #MickMulvaney #BreakingNews
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Can Trump End the Iran War in 3 Weeks Before November? Former White House Officials Debate

Tony Robinson is an inspiring man, teacher, and patriot. He's also an incredible success story built by colleges in America becoming ladders to success for our people. But would his alma mater, Univ of Illinois, even provide that same opportunity to a young Tony today? With 6,000 Chinese nationals taking coveted spots away from American kids??? #CortesInvestigates #americanuniversity #americafirst #highereducation #educationsystem #americandream
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Tony Robinson's American Dream | Is It Still Possible?

Steve Cortes, former Senior Advisor to President Trump, sits down to break down the REAL state of the US economy in 2026 and why consumer sentiment is cratering even as some indicators improve. The hard truth? Americans have zero patience for sustained higher prices. Whether it's the war with Iran, rising gas prices, or grocery inflation that won't quit — the economic pain is real, and it's shaping politics fast. In this interview we cover: 🔴 Why the gap between economic data and consumer sentiment is so dangerous 🔴 How the Iran war could trigger a new inflation spike through summer 2026 🔴 Real wages vs. inflation why Americans FEEL poorer even when stats say otherwise 🔴 What Steve's own polling reveals about voter tolerance for higher prices 🔴 The recession risk nobody in Washington wants to talk about 🔴 Why a quick resolution matters more than anyone in the media is admitting 📊 Steve Cortes is a former senior advisor to President Trump, political commentator, and economic analyst who polls American voters monthly on kitchen-table economic issues. 🔔 Subscribe for daily political and economic analysis from an America First perspective. #CortesInvestigates #Inflation #USEconomy #TrumpEconomy #GasPrices #Recession2026 #IranWar #GroceryPrices #EconomicOutlook #Election2026 #AmericaFirst #RealWages
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Steve Cortes: Iran War About to Spike Your Grocery Prices

The war needs to end and the economic data backs it up. As an America First conservative and campaign operative, I'm breaking down why wrapping up this war isn't just the right thing to do, it's the SMART thing. Continued conflict is driving unsustainable debt, fueling inflation, and putting the 2026 elections at serious risk. In this video I cover: - Why regime change has failed us every time — and why John Bolton and Lindsey Graham are wrong - How the war is directly driving inflation and crushing real wages - The political reality: voters won't tolerate high prices in November - What bringing our men and women in uniform home means for America's economy - Why President Trump supporters and the America First Right are pushing to end this now The debate over whether we should have gone in is over. The only question now is: how fast do we get out? Follow on X: https://x.com/CortesSteve Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steve.cortes.413204 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevecortes_/ Subscribe on Substack: https://www.cortesinvestigates.com/ #CortesInvestigates #AmericaFirst #EndTheWar #TrumpForeignPolicy #Inflation #Election2026 #RegimeChange #BringTroopsHome #TrumpEconomy #USNews #WarAndInflation
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War, Inflation & the 2026 Election: Why Trump Supporters Want This Over

Let's talk about the Kentucky race for US Senate and the massive surge we are seeing for Nate Morris. In this video, we break down how the America First warrior is transforming the political landscape in the Commonwealth. We analyze the impact of the Charlie Kirk endorsement and how it has catapulted Morris to a commanding 20-point lead in a three-way field. The data is clear: as Kentuckians get informed, the numbers shift drastically. Key breakdown in this video: - The impact of the Charlie Kirk endorsement on KY voters - How Nate Morris cut his "unknown" numbers in half - The massive swing in favorability: From -3% to +9% -Why the aggressive campaigning is working Nate Morris is no longer an outsider unknown—he is gaining momentum fast. Watch the full breakdown to see why he might be the next US Senator from Kentucky. Follow on X: https://x.com/CortesSteve Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steve.cortes.413204 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevecortes_/ Subscribe on Substack: https://www.cortesinvestigates.com/ Comment your thoughts or questions below. #cortesinvestigates #KentuckySenate #NateMorris #KentuckyPolitics #SenateRace #Politics
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Charlie Kirk's Endorsement Just Flipped the Kentucky Senate Race

Is the United States effectively funding its own replacement? This video exposes the "ecosystem" that allows the Chinese Communist Party to stay competitive using American resources. We break down the alarming statistics regarding US-China economic entanglement: The Financial Markets: How US pension funds and workers' money are financing the very companies shipping jobs overseas. The Education Gap: Why we are training 350,000+ students in our best universities to compete against us. National Labs: The risks of providing access to our most sensitive research environments. What do you think? Comment your thoughts or questions below. Follow on X: https://x.com/CortesSteve Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steve.cortes.413204 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevecortes_/ Subscribe on Substack: https://www.cortesinvestigates.com/ #cortesinvestigates #USChinaRelations #Geopolitics #EconomicWarfare #NationalSecurity #USPolitics
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We're Training Our Replacements at Our Top Universities

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