# Rep. Pat Ryan on the Iran War, Hegseth's Incompetence, the Economy, the Midterms and More

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Published: 2026-05-09T10:42:05+00:00
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Pat Ryan represents New York's 18th Congressional District. An Ulster County native and West Point graduate, Congressman Ryan served two tours in Iraq. After returning home, he started a small business before being elected Ulster County Executive in 2019. In Congress, Pat serves on the House Armed Services and Transportation and Infrastructure Committees. We discuss the Iran war, Sec Def Pete Hegseth's incompetence, the economy, the midterms and more. And, is he planning to run for president in '28? Tune in to find out his answer! But first, Andy and The Back Room crew discuss the Virginia Supreme Court redistricting ruling, the war, and Trump's time-and-money-wasting vanity projects. They also share their winners and losers for the week, and Andy rants about Hegseth's attempt to strip Sen. Mark Kelly of his rank and pension. Got somethin' to say?! Email us at BackroomAndy@gmail.com Leave us a message: 845-307-7446 Twitter: @AndyOstroy Produced by Andy Ostroy, Matty Rosenberg, and Jennifer Hammoud @ Radio Free Rhiniecliff Design by Cricket Lengyel

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