America First Ground Zero Conference coming to Vegas this weekend

By Kristen Kniep  

Nevada News and Views

The America First Ground Zero Conference, coming to Las Vegas on August 9-10, 2025, will be packed with heavyweight conservative voices.

Held at the Ahern Luxury Hotel, this two‑day conference presents key talks from well-known figures, including

General Michael Flynn

Flynn, former U.S. National Security Advisor, has become a powerful symbol for those who insist on accountability in government. He’s expected to talk about how the establishment treats dissent, and why he believes patriotism means challenging unpopular narratives.

Rudy Giuliani

You probably know Rudy as former Mayor of New York City — America’s “Mayor” — who took a high-profile role in the 2020 election controversies. He’ll share stories from the front lines, arguing that local and federal whistleblowers need protection from political retribution.

Steve Bannon

Bannon, former White House adviser and media strategist, helped shape the America First movement. Expect him to discuss strategy: how grassroots organizing and political messaging can reshape elections and enforce constitutional ideals.

Roger Stone

Stone has long been a controversial figure in conservative politics. Supporters call him a fearless political strategist, and they’ll be eager to hear him talk about resisting media pressure and defending free speech.

Christina Bobb

A conservative media reporter and lawyer, Bobb rose to prominence covering election integrity topics. At the event she’ll help break down complex legal and policy issues in a way ordinary people can follow — like someone walking through a neighborhood explaining complicated zoning rules, but about elections and law.

Dr. Simone Gold

Dr. Gold is a licensed physician who became a controversial voice in COVID‑19 debates. She now speaks widely about medical freedom and resisting what she calls “establishment coercion.” Her message is especially appealing to people who want personal choice in medical decisions.

Why This Matters to Nevadans

—Local energy: Nevadans won’t need to travel far. Las Vegas makes it easy to attend in person — even just a few hours’ drive from Reno or Elko.

—Shared values: Nevada conservatives often value limited government, individual liberty, and resisting censorship. These speakers all push those same themes.

—Real voices: These are real public figures — some of whom have faced investigations, bans, or media blackouts — but they still show up and speak directly to their supporters.

What Supporters Are Saying

Conference materials highlight the speakers as “American icons” who “shared the truth despite radicals attempting to destroy them.”

For supporters, that’s a powerful claim: these figures stood firm under pressure, and the conference honors their resilience.

Critics’ Perspective

Some critics call these speakers polarizing.

Certain media outlets and watchdog groups have pointed to past controversies — such as Giuliani’s legal challenges or Gold’s COVID‑related protests — and questioned the broader tone and intent of America First—style events.

The event is sometimes associated in public discourse with the broader America First Political Action Conference, criticized for extremist echoes by outlets such as The Daily Dot and Arizona Republic.

Still, to conservative supporters, that criticism only underscores the need for a platform where conservative speech isn’t muted.

What You’ll Experience

Expect lively speeches on free speech, policy, and government accountability. Visualize it like a state fair but with political ideas and booths.

There’ll be exhibitor tables, networking space, and a crowd of people who believe in the same basic values — like buying local and talking shop at a farmers market, but with patriotism front of mind.

If you’re in Nevada and curious about what national America First leaders are saying in real time, this conference is an opportunity.

You’ll hear top conservative figures explain their views, meet fellow Nevadans who care about the same issues, and see how they defend speech and transparency under pressure.

Even while critics raise concern, supporters see this as a necessary pushback against media silence and political canceling.

Tickets are available now — including early bird specials around $97, plus student rates and premium options if you want a more immersive experience.