Tune in here to this Thursday's edition of the Brett Winterble Show! 

Brett kicks off the program by talking about President Donald Trump’s decision to shift Vice President JD Vance’s focus away from the Iran strategy and toward domestic issues, including corruption and crime in Democrat-run cities and states. He discusses the administration’s approach to addressing government spending, tackling criminal activity, and strengthening the country’s financial position. Brett also examines the political divisions in Washington, criticizing Democratic leadership and questioning whether lawmakers are prepared to take responsibility during a time of international conflict. He highlights House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries’ comments about potentially using government shutdowns as leverage over the Iran war, while also discussing President Trump’s renewed push for a $350 billion military funding package.

Later we're joined by Rick Berman, founder of CharitiesForVets.org, to discuss his organization's mission to bring transparency and accountability to charities that support American veterans. Berman explains how the organization evaluates the 100 largest veteran charities, which collectively bring in approximately $3 billion annually. He breaks down the four standards used to determine whether charities are responsibly managing donations, including concerns about excessive overhead, fundraising expenses, and large financial reserves. Berman also discusses why some well-known veteran charities fail to meet the organization's standards and why donors should do their research before contributing. He explains how CharitiesForVets.org uses publicly available IRS and state government filings to evaluate organizations and identify potential financial misconduct. He encourages Americans to visit the website, where they can access charity ratings and information for free, helping ensure their donations reach the veterans and families who need assistance most.

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