Rich Valdes to Join CPAC USA 2026

CPAC is proud to announce that Rich Valdês is a confirmed speaker for CPAC USA 2026.

Rich Valdés is an American radio broadcaster and cable news personality of Puerto Rican heritage, best

known for his distinctive on-air style: a blend of humor, wit, and mellow conversational tone that instantly

creates friendship with listeners and viewers—a rare talent that allows him to excel in both radio and

television.

Since 2018, he has hosted "This Is America with Rich Valdés", a show focused on current events and culture that has consistently ranked among the top news commentary programs in the country, regularly appearing on Apple Podcasts charts.

In 2022, he was selected to host the nationally syndicated late-night radio program "Rich Valdés: America At Night", a storied late-night time slot whose previous hosts include the legendary Jim Bohannon and Larry King.

Valdés has conducted high-profile interviews with notable figures such as actor Charlie Sheen, former

President Donald J. Trump, rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd, Dr. Phil, and even Netflix reality star Joe Exotic the "Tiger King" from a federal prison.

He has earned recognition for three consecutive years on Talkers Magazine’s prestigious list of “The 100

Most Important Radio Talk Show Hosts in America.”

During its national radio syndication run, the program reached an audience of 6 million weekly listeners

across nearly 300 radio stations in over 250 markets nationwide—including coverage in all of the top 10

U.S. markets—before transitioning to a streaming television syndication deal on a Spanish-language

channel via Roku TV in early 2026. Roku stands as North America's leading streaming platform, reaching 90 million homes.

He began his radio career in 2018 at Talk Radio 77 WABC in New York as a producer and weekend host. His experience also includes television commentary and hosting at 107.5 FM WLIR (New York) and AM 1210 WPHT (Philadelphia). He served as associate producer and substitute host on *The Mark Levin Show*, earning the nicknames “America’s liberty-loving Latino amigo” and “Richie V, Mr. Call Screener.”

Before broadcasting, Valdés worked in public service in New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's

Administration and ran a small business. A Brooklyn native now 47, he is the father of two adult daughters (ages 19 and 23). In his free time, he enjoys reggaeton and hip-hop and often jokes about political figures like “All Out Crazy AOC” and the Democrats.

Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Rich Valdés at CPAC USA 2026! 

Reserve your tickets today here.