WW Live with Tony Perkins

Michael Cloud, James Lankford, Eli Crane, Joel Penton

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September 17, 2024 - Michael Cloud, James Lankford, Elijah Crane and Joel Penton

On today's program: Michael Cloud, U.S. Representative for the 27th District of Texas, discusses why the House of Representatives should pass a six-month continuing resolution for government spending that includes the SAVE Act to protect election integrity. James Lankford, U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, explains the deception behind the Senate Democrats' "Right to IVF Act" and highlights the recent anniversary of the Abraham Accords. Eli Crane, U.S. Representative from the 2nd District of Arizona, provides an update on the effort to stop the World Health Organization's proposed Pandemic Preparedness Agreement. Joel Penton, LifeWise Academy Founder and CEO, shares the growth and impact of his organization's Bible-based education program for public school students.

Mark Alford, Rich Baris, Tyler O'Neil, Dr. John Plake

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September 16, 2024 - Mark Alford, Rich Baris, Tyler O'Neil and John Plake

On today's program: Mark Alford, U.S. Representative from the 4th district of Missouri, provides an update on the ongoing congressional debate regarding the continuing resolution. Rich Baris, Director of Big Data Poll, discusses what the latest polling shows regarding election trend lines. Tyler O'Neil, Managing Editor of The Daily Signal, reports on the workers' union at the Southern Poverty Law Center passing a vote that urges the SPLC's board of directors to fire President & CEO Margaret Huang. Dr. John Plake, Chief Ministry Insights & Innovation Officer at American Bible Society, unpacks the American Bible Society's new study demonstrating generational differences in people's perceptions of well-being, which includes an emphasis on data about Gen Z's biblical engagement.

Jeff Clark, Dr. John Lott, E. J. Antoni, David Closson

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September 13, 2024 - Jeff Clark, John Lott, E. J. Antoni and David Closson

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Jeff Clark, Senior Fellow and Director of Litigation at the Center for Renewing America, reacts to recent remarks from Attorney General Merrick Garland denying that the Department of Justice exercises any political bias. Dr. John Lott, Crime Prevention Research Center President, examines recently-released data that demonstrates elevated crime levels throughout the term of the Biden-Harris administration. E. J. Antoni, Research Fellow and Public Finance Economist at The Heritage Foundation, offers analysis following the Treasury Department's announcement that the U.S. government's interest payments in a fiscal year have topped $1 trillion for the first time. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, provides a biblical response to current events, including remarks from the recent Presidential debate, reports of how immigration has affected a small town in Ohio, and a decision from the Nebraska Supreme Court to allow competing abortion-related initiatives on the same ballot this November.

Travis Weber, Robert Aderholt, Caroline Glick, Dr. Marguerite Duane, Brett O'Donnell

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September 12, 2024 - Travis Weber, Robert Aderholt, Caroline Glick, Marguerite Duane and Brett O’Donnell

On today's program: Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, offers an update on the WHO pandemic treaty deliberations and how Capitol Hill is addressing the issue. Robert Aderholt, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Alabama, provides an update on the ongoing debate regarding the continuing resolution. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, responds to Vice President Harris's call for a two-state solution in response to Hamas's terrorist attack. Dr. Marguerite Duane, Co-Founder & Executive Director of FACTS About Fertility, addresses the falsehoods pushed regarding in vitro fertilization (IVF). Brett O'Donnell, President of O'Donnell & Associates, analyzes the recent presidential debate and shares how the structure for presidential debates can be improved.

Tony Perkins, Melissa Ohden, Mary Szoch, Suzanne Bowdey

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September 11, 2024 - Tony Perkins, Melissa Ohden, Mary Szoch and Suzanne Bowdey

On today's program: Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, discusses the ongoing debate regarding the Continuing Resolution and comments on the ABC News presidential debate. Melissa Ohden, CEO of the Abortion Survivors Network, fact checks Vice President Harris's lie that late term abortions do not take place in the United States. Mary Szoch, FRC's Director of the Center for Human Dignity, provides an overview of FRC's new resource Born-Alive Abortion Survivors: Just The Facts. Suzanne Bowdey, Editorial Director and Senior Writer at The Washington Stand, explains how corporate America's muted embrace of Vice President Harris reveals that Americans' response to woke corporate policies is working and previews the upcoming Pray Vote Stand Summit.

Mike Waltz, Andrew Bailey, Gideon Israel, Ken Blackwell

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September 10, 2024 - Michael Waltz, Andrew Bailey, Gideon Israel and Ken Blackwell

On today's program: Mike Waltz, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Florida, discusses the Republican effort to pass a continuing resolution to avoid a government shutdown that includes the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act and reflects on today's ceremony to posthumously present the Congressional Gold Medal to 13 U.S. service members who were killed during the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, returns to comment on today's oral arguments before the Missouri Supreme Court over his state's Amendment 3, which would codify a "right" to abortion in the state constitution. Gideon Israel, President of the Jerusalem-Washington Center, reacts to Israel's recent air strike on three senior Hamas militants involved in the Oct. 7 terrorist attack. Ken Blackwell, FRC's Senior Fellow for Human Rights & Constitutional Governance, explains how unregulated cryptocurrency platforms enable lawlessness at the border and previews tonight's presidential debate.

Kevin Cramer, Andrew Bailey, Travis Weber, Tony Perkins, Steve Scalise

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September 9, 2024 - Kevin Cramer, Andrew Bailey, Travis Weber, Tony Perkins and Steve Scalise

On today's program: Kevin Cramer, U.S. Senator from North Dakota, reacts to the dueling House Foreign Affairs Committee reports regarding the Biden administration's disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, gives an update on the fate of his state's Amendment 3, which would codify a "right" to abortion in the state constitution. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, shares about the 10 state ballot initiatives regarding abortion. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, shares why it's imperative to pray, vote and stand this November for all elections and shares why the SAVE Act is so important. Steve Scalise, U.S. House Majority Leader and U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Louisiana, previews the September agenda for the House of Representatives.

Erick Stakelbeck, Gordon Chang, Susan Crabtree, David Closson

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September 6, 2024 - Erick Stakelbeck, Gordon Chang, Susan Crabtree and David Closson

On today's program, hosted by Joseph Backholm: Erick Stakelbeck, host of The Watchman on TBN, shares the latest developments in the war between Israel and Hamas. Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, unravels the Chinese Communist Party's infiltration of U.S. state governments, including in New York. Susan Crabtree, RealClearPolitics National Political Correspondent, reports what Sen. Chuck Grassley uncovered regarding the Iranian plot to assassinate former President Trump. She also reports on Secret Service's Office of Equity Diversity and Inclusion's request for agency employees' nominees to attend a DEI conference at Disney World. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, unpacks why big city problems, like fare evasion, reveals a deeper lack in a societal-wide biblical worldview.

Chris Mitchell, Dr. Paul Mueller, Britt Hancock, Dr. Jennifer Bauwens

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September 5, 2024 - Chris Mitchell, Paul Mueller, Britt Hancock and Jennifer Bauwens

On today's program, hosted by Joseph Backholm: Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports the latest on the hostage negotiations between Israel and Hamas. Dr. Paul Mueller, American Institute for Economic Research Senior Research Fellow, analyzes the recent economic indicators and assesses Vice President Kamala Harris's economic proposals. Britt Hancock, Founder & Director of Mountain Gateway, shares good news coming out of Nicaragua. Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, FRC's Director of the Center for Family Studies, comments on the Apalachee High School shooting as well as the recently revealed writings of the Covenant School shooter.

Scott Perry, Ken Blackwell, Steve Aden, John Amanchukwu

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September 4, 2024 - Scott Perry, Ken Blackwell, Steve Aden and John Amanchukwu

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Scott Perry, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 10th District, reacts to the latest developments in the negotiations for the remaining Oct. 7th hostages and offers an update on negotiations ahead of the upcoming fiscal cliff. Ken Blackwell, FRC Action's Special Advisor for Election Integrity, shares why each state should pass a proof of citizenship law to secure the elections. Steve Aden, Americans United for Life Chief Legal Officer & General Counsel, shares what the U.S. Supreme Court's decision regarding Title X funding for Oklahoma means for the state. John Amanchukwu, First Assistant and Youth & Young Adult Pastor at the Upper Room Church of God in Christ, comments on Vice President Kamala Harris' bus tour promoting abortion. He also uncovers how the Planned Parenthood targets minorities and shares about his op-ed on how the Democratic Party seeks to keep power by growing the welfare state.

Ralph Norman, Caroline Glick, Katy Faust, Dr. Jeff Myers

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September 3, 2024 - Ralph Norman, Caroline Glick, Katy Faust and Jeff Myers

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Ralph Norman, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of South Carolina, shares an update on the effort to include the SAVE Act in any government funding measure. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, comments on the fallout from the killings of six hostages from the Oct. 7 terror attack. Katy Faust, Founder of Them Before Us, unpacks the ethical problems with invitro fertilization (IVF). Dr. Jeff Myers, President of Summit Ministries, answers the questions: 'Should Christians support Israel?' and 'Should Christians avoid politics?'

Labor Day

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September 2, 2024 - Virginia Foxx, Tiffany Justice, Tim Walberg, Joel Penton and Meg Kilgannon

On this Labor Day program: Virginia Foxx, Chair of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce, shares how Congress will address rampant anti-Semitism on college campuses as they start the new school year. Tiffany Justice, Moms for Liberty Co-Founder, shares why her group sued the Biden administration over their radical Title IX rewrite. Tim Walberg, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Michigan, calls out the Biden administration for not doing enough to protect the religious freedoms of Christian colleges and their student groups. Joel Penton, LifeWise Academy Founder and CEO, shares why parents should consider religious release time for their children in public schools. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, highlights the resources FRC and FRC Action have available for parents in this back-to-school season.

Burgess Owens, John Stemberger, Quena Gonzalez, David Closson

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August 30, 2024 - Burgess Owens, John Stemberger, Quena Gonzalez and David Closson

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Burgess Owens, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Utah, reacts to Vice President Kamala Harris's CNN interview. John Stemberger, President of Liberty Counsel Action, exposes what Florida's Amendment 4 actually allows. Quena Gonzalez, FRC's Senior Director of Government Affairs, debunks Democrats' claim that Republicans are the ones injecting culture war battles into the appropriations process. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, offers a biblical perspective on CNN's interview with Kamala Harris, Harris' "Fighting for Reproductive Freedom" bus tour, as well as former President Donald Trump's recent comments regarding abortion.

Alex Mooney, Mike Farris, Jerry Angelo, Dr. Jay Bhattacharya

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August 29, 2024 - Alex Mooney, Mike Farris, Jerry Angelo and Jay Bhattacharya

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Alex Mooney, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of West Virginia, refutes Vice President Kamala Harris's claim of being tough on border security and reacts to reports of an armed Venezuelan gang violently taking over an Aurora, Colorado apartment complex. Mike Farris, General Counsel for National Religious Broadcasters, shares why his organization filed a challenge to the Johnson Amendment. Jerry Angelo, Founder, President, and CEO of Vanguard Marriage and Family Advocates, highlights his community marriage initiatives and his efforts to persuade governors to proclaim National Marriage Week. Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, Professor of Health Policy at Stanford University and one of the authors of the Great Barrington Declaration, reacts to Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg's admission of censoring content at the behest of the Biden/Harris administration. He also educates on why science should never try to triumph over nature.

Lisa McClain, Mark Krikorian, Daniel J. Schmid, J. Christian Adams

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August 28, 2024 - Lisa McClain, Mark Krikorian, Daniel Schmid and J. Christian Adams

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Lisa McClain, U.S. Representative for the 9thDistrict of Michigan, shares how House Oversight and Accountability Committee Republicans are holding the Biden Department Health and Human Services accountable for its dangerous advocacy of gender mutilation surgeries for children. Mark Krikorian, Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies, corrects the record on Kamala Harris' actual record on the southern border. Daniel J. Schmid, Liberty Counsel Associate Vice President of Legal Affairs, discusses the case of an Idaho National Guardsman who faced pressure to resign, and was later stripped of his commanding position, after expressing his Christian beliefs during his time not in uniform. J. Christian Adams, President of Public Interest Legal Foundation, comments on why his organization filed a lawsuit forcing local election officials to investigate and fix errors in their voter rolls. He also reacts to reports that Texas removed more than one million voters from its rolls in an effort to promote election integrity.

Andy Biggs, Pat McGeehan, Pete Ricketts, Jeremy Tedesco, Josh Hammer

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August 27, 2024 - Andy Biggs, Pat McGeehan, Pete Ricketts, Jeremy Tedesco and Josh Hammer

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Andy Biggs, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Arizona, comments on Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's letter admitting he caved to the Biden administration's pressure campaign to censor alleged COVID-19 misinformation. He also provides an update on House Republicans' investigation into the near assassination of former President Trump. Pat McGeehan, State Delegate for West Virginia's 1st District, highlights a West Virginia referendum to insert an assisted suicide ban in state constitution. Pete Ricketts, U.S. Senator for Nebraska, reports the latest news regarding turmoil in the Middle East. Jeremy Tedesco, Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Vice President of Corporate Engagement, responds to SPLC's "debunking" of ADF's debanking "conspiracy theory." Josh Hammer, Senior Counsel at the Article III Project, shows how Republican attorneys general can bring the fight to Democrats' proxy organizations.

Keith Self, Tony Perkins, Jerry Cox, Debbie Wuthnow, Matt Carpenter

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August 26, 2024 - Keith Self, Tony Perkins, Jerry Cox, Debbie Wuthnow and Matt Carpenter

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, reflects on the third anniversary of the Abbey Gate bombing in Afghanistan and comments on the latest in the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. Tony Perkins, Chairman of Family Research Council Action, reacts to the recent Trump-Vance promise to reject federal pro-life laws. Jerry Cox, President of Family Council, shares good news about the Arkansas Supreme Court's decision blocking the Arkansas Abortion Amendment of 2024 from the November ballot. Debbie Wuthnow, iVoterGuide President, answers the question: is early voting an option for engaged Christian voters? She also shares about iVoterGuide's resources. Matt Carpenter, FRC Action Director, unpacks how to engage in the November election and highlights FRC Action's election resources.

Randy Weber, Ken Klukowski, Kevin Sorbo, David Closson

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August 23, 2024 - Randy Weber, Ken Klukowski, Kevin Sorbo and David Closson

On today's program: Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for the 14th District of Texas, responds to the speeches from the final evening of the Democratic National Convention and highlights former President Donald Trump's recent trip to the U.S. southern border. Ken Klukowski, a former lawyer in the White House and Department of Justice, unpacks the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision regarding proof of citizenship to vote in Arizona. Kevin Sorbo, Actor and Producer, discusses the upcoming film Reagan, in which he plays the role of the long-time pastor to the 40th President. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, shares a biblical worldview on the news of the week by providing analysis on the Democratic National Convention, and reacting to President Trump's statement that he would not use the Comstock Act to ban mail delivery of chemical abortion drugs.

Tim Burchett, Robby Starbuck, Kyle Campbell, Dr. George Barna

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August 22, 2024 - Tim Burchett, Robby Starbuck, Kyle Campbell and George Barna

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Tennessee, contrasts the Democrats' claims about border security with a shocking report from the Department of Homeland Security Inspector General revealing the Biden-Harris administration has lost track of more than 300,000 children who crossed the border without their parents. Robby Starbuck, Host of the Robby Starbuck Show, shares how his recent exposé of Harley Davidson's corporate practices has the motorcycle manufacturer pumping the brakes on woke ideology. Kyle Campbell, Creator and Host of Politically Basic, reacts to the radical abortion messaging from the Democratic National Convention and discusses how Millennials and Gen Z are responding to the Democrats' agenda. Dr. George Barna, FRC's Senior Research Fellow for the Center for Biblical Worldview, unpacks his latest research detailing that many perceived notions about Evangelicals and their cultural and political influence are not matched by the latest data.

Curtis Houck, Ron Estes, Michael Angiletta, Meg Kilgannon, Marcella Burke

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August 21, 2024 - Curtis Houck, Ron Estes, Michael Angiletta, Meg Kilgannon and Marcella Burke

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Curtis Houck, Managing Editor of Newsbusters, responds to events from the second day of the Democratic National Convention and shares data from recent polling showing that Democratic and Independent voters are not aware of Vice President Harris's radical and controversial positions. Ron Estes, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Kansas, reacts to the Bureau of Labor Statistics revising the past year's job growth down by more than 800,000 jobs. Michael Angiletta, Co-Founder of Secure Idaho Elections, shares his organization's election integrity efforts in the state of Idaho. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, reacts to the guilty verdicts for several pro-life activists for FACE Act violations. Marcella Burke, Founder & Managing Partner of Burke Law Group, discusses her clients-Dr. Eithan Haim and Vanessa Sivadge-who have been targeted as whistleblowers after exposing the gender procedures taking place at Texas Children's Hospital.

Bob Good, Chad Wolf, Ken Blackwell

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August 20, 2024 - Congressman Bob Good (R-Va.), Chad Wolf and Ken Blackwell

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Bob Good, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Virginia, reacts to the first day of the Democratic National Convention taking place this week in Chicago. Chad Wolf, former Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, sets the record straight regarding Vice President Harris's immigration and border policies. Ken Blackwell, FRC's Senior Fellow for Human Rights & Constitutional Governance, discusses the 2024 Democratic National Convention and unpacks what the Democrats' 2024 Platform reveals about the party's priorities.

Dr. Greg Murphy, Matt Sharp, Pete Sessions, Andrew Walker, Christian Walker

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August 19, 2024 - Greg Murphy, Matt Sharp, Pete Sessions, Andrew Walker and Christian Walker

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Dr. Greg Murphy, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of North Carolina, discusses the Democratic National Convention taking place this week in Chicago, where pro-Hamas protestors have gathered and Planned Parenthood peddles free abortions and sterilization to attendees. Matt Sharp, Director of the Center for Public Policy at Alliance Defending Freedom, reacts to the U.S. Supreme Court upholding two lower courts' injunctions blocking the Biden administration's radical Title IX rewrite. Pete Sessions, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Texas, unpacks the report from three House Committees' impeachment inquiries into President Biden. Dr. Andrew Walker, Associate Dean in the School of Theology at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and Mrs. Christian Walker, Author, share about their new book "What Do I Say When . . .?: A Parent's Guide to Navigating Cultural Chaos for Children and Teens."

Joel Griffith, Craig Huey, Michael Scott, David Closson

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August 16, 2024 - Joel Griffith, Craig Huey, Michael Scott and David Closson

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Joel Griffith, The Heritage Foundation's Research Fellow, reacts to Vice President Kamala Harris's effort to distance her economic policy from the "Bidenomics" policies of the administration in which she served. Craig Huey, Election Forum Founder, uncovers how Google manipulated search results regarding the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Michael Scott, Founding Partner & CEO of Pinnacle Peak Pictures, shares the details of his upcoming film God's Not Dead: In God We Trust. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, shares a biblical worldview on news of the week by providing analysis on the American Society of Plastic Surgeons breaking ranks from the medical establishment regarding gender mutilation procedures for minors and discusses the group "Evangelicals for Harris."

Tim Walberg, Sam Faddis, Jerry Bowyer, David Cox

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August 15, 2024 - Tim Walberg, Sam Faddis, Jerry Bowyer and David Cox

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Tim Walberg, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Michigan, reacts to the latest on the tensions between Israel and Iran. He also comments on the third anniversary of the Biden administration's disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan. Sam Faddis, retired CIA operations officer, uncovers the deep and long history Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz has with the Chinese Communist Party. Jerry Bowyer, Bowyer Research President, offers analysis on the growing backlash that banks are receiving for de-banking conservatives. David Cox, Arkansas Family Council Assistant Director, shares his organization's experience with being de-banked.

Andrew Bunnell, John Pierce, Peter McIlvenna, Caroline Woods, Dr. Donna Harrison

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August 14, 2024 - Andrew Bunnell, John Pierce, Peter Mcilvenna, Caroline Woods and Donna Harrison

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Andrew Bunnell, a ministry leader based in Georgia, shares his experience rescuing underground Christians stranded in Afghanistan as the Taliban re-seized control of Afghanistan. John Pierce, founder of the National Constitutional Law Union, discusses the sentencing of his client-Rebecca Lavrenz, known as the "J6 Praying Grandma"-who was fined $103,000 and sentenced to six months of home confinement for a misdemeanor offense. Peter McIlvenna, co-founder of Hearts of Oak, unpacks how the British government has arrested and imprisoned citizens for social media posts. Caroline Woods, spokesperson for the Life Defense Fund, sets the record straight regarding South Dakota's Amendment G, which would allow abortion until birth for any reason. Dr. Donna Harrison, CEO of the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists, explains why an abortion is never medically necessary. Dr. Donna Harrison, Director of Research of the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists, explains why an abortion is never medically necessary.

Gordon Chang, Brent Keilen, Ryan Bomberger, Dr. Quentin Van Meter

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August 13, 2024 - Gordon Chang, Brent Keilen, Ryan Bomberger and Dr. Quentin Van Meter

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, analyzes the threat Iran poses to Israel and discusses how the Communist Party of China has sought to influence the region. Brent Keilen, FRC Action's Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, unpacks the leaked draft of the Democratic Party Platform and shares how it provides insight into the Democrats' priorities. Ryan Bomberger, Chief Creative Officer of the Radiance Foundation, highlights the racism in the abortion industry. Dr. Quentin Van Meter, former American College of Pediatricians President, responds to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons breaking ranks from the medical establishment regarding gender-denying procedures for minors.

Chris Mitchell, Scott Perry, Seamus Bruner

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August 12, 2024 - Chris Mitchell, Scott Perry and Seamus Bruner

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports from Jerusalem as Israel remains on high alert for a direct strike from Iran. Scott Perry, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 10th District, analyzes the threat Iran poses to Israel and offers his thoughts as a former Brigadier General on the controversy surrounding Minnesota Governor and Democratic VP candidate Tim Walz's military service. Seamus Bruner, Government Accountability Institute Director of Research, raises questions regarding Gov. Walz's troublesome 35-year relationship with the Communist Party of China.

Eli Crane, Matt Lohmeier, Dr. Michael New, David Closson

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August 9, 2024 - Elijah Crane, Matt Lohmeier, Michael New and David Closson

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Eli Crane, U.S. Representative from the 2ndDistrict of Arizona, reacts to the Iranian President's threats to attack Israeli bases in neighboring countries and offers his thoughts as a former Navy SEAL on the controversy surrounding Gov. Tim Walz's military service. He also recounts his recent visit to the Southern Border. Matt Lohmeier, STARRS Executive Vice President, uncovers how DEI is undermining the mission of the U.S. military. He also comments on Delta Airlines' decision to double down on DEI, even as other corporations are scaling back such efforts. Dr. Michael New, Associate Scholar at the Charlotte Lozier Institute, rebuts the latest abortion data from the Society of Family Planning. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, comments on Minnesota Governor and Democratic VP candidate Tim Walz's faith background.

Glenn Grothman, Keith Self, Ken Blackwell, Meg Kilgannon

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August 8, 2024 - Glenn Grothman, Keith Self, Ken Blackwell and Meg Kilgannon

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Glenn Grothman, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Wisconsin, comments on former President Trump's Thursday press conference and shares his insights on Gov. Tim Walz. He also unpacks a new report on how Biden-Harris border policies allowed illegal immigrants to commit numerous crimes. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, reacts to the controversy surrounding Gov. Tim Walz's National Guard service and addresses if Walz is guilty of stolen valor. Ken Blackwell, FRC Action's Special Advisor for Election Integrity, compares and contrasts how Virginia and Ohio have each engaged in election integrity efforts to clean up their voter rolls. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Affairs, reveals Vice President Kamala Harris's education agenda, reacts to the White House's defense of gutting Title IX, and highlights one textbook publisher's decision to distance themselves from a transgender curricula.

Eric Burlison, Cristine Trooien, Bob Maginnis, Matt Carpenter, David Barton

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August 7, 2024 - Eric Burlison, Cristine Trooien, Bob Maginnis, Matt Carpenter and David Barton

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Eric Burlison, U.S. Representative for the 7th District of Missouri, shares why the House Oversight & Accountability Committee has launched an investigation into Vice President Kamala Harris's role in the greatest border crisis in U.S. history. Cristine Trooien, Executive Director of Minnesota Parents Alliance, highlights how Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and his policy decisions have harmed children and families. Lt. Col. (Ret.) Bob Maginnis, FRC's Senior Fellow for National Security, provides an update as Israel awaits a possible attack from Iran and analyzes the elevation of Oct. 7 planner Yahya Sinwar as Hamas's new leader. Matt Carpenter, FRC Action Director, analyzes recent election results, including Democratic primary races in Missouri, where Rep. Cori Bush was defeated. David Barton, Founder of WallBuilders, discusses the Left's push to bring secularism and atheism to public school classrooms.

Moses Bratrud, Randy Weber, Ryan Bangert, Tom McClintock, Jessica Vaughan

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August 6, 2024 - Moses Bratrud, Randy Weber, Ryan Bangert, Tom McClintock and Jessica Vaughan

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Moses Bratrud, Director of Strategy at the Minnesota Family Council, unpacks the selection of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as Kamala Harris's running mate. Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for the 14th District of Texas, analyzes the threat Israel faces from Iran and discusses the attack on a U.S. military base in Iraq. Ryan Bangert, Senior Vice President for Strategic Initiatives and Special Counsel to the President at Alliance Defending Freedom, explains why 20 Republican State Attorneys General have opposed the U.S. Treasury Department's mischaracterization of state laws that ban de-banking practices by financial institutions. Tom McClintock, U.S. Representative from the 5th District of California, unpacks Kamala Harris' past record as California's attorney general. Jessica Vaughan, Director of Policy Studies at the Center for Immigration Studies, reacts to a House Judiciary Committee report that reveals the Biden administration has released at least 99 illegal migrants on the terror watch into the United States.

Nathaniel Moran, Chip Roy, Brian Babin, Cleta Mitchell

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August 5, 2024 - Nathaniel Moran, Congressman Chip Roy, Congressman Brian Babin and Cleta Mitchell

On today's program: Nathaniel Moran, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Texas, responds to tension in the Middle East as the threat of a regional war against Israel remains high. Chip Roy, U.S. Representative for the 21st District of Texas, reveals data his office uncovered demonstrating the Biden administration's weaponization of the Department of Justice against pro-life activists. Brian Babin, U.S. Representative for the 36th District of Texas, reacts to the Biden administration suspending a mass-parole program that flew migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela into the U.S. following the documentation of widespread fraud and abuse. Cleta Mitchell, Founder of the Election Integrity Network, analyzes existing threats to election integrity and discusses the efforts underway to safeguard the 2024 elections.

Jerry Bowyer, Bob Maginnis, Joshua Arnold, Mary Szoch

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August 2, 2024 - Jerry Bowyer, Bob Maginnis, Joshua Arnold and Mary Szoch

On today's program: Jerry Bowyer, Bowyer Research President, offer his analysis of the July jobs report and assesses the state of the economy. Lt. Col. (Ret.) Bob Maginnis, FRC's Senior Fellow for National Security, comments on the latest turmoil in the Middle East and on the hostage swap between the U.S., Russia, and other nations. Joshua Arnold, Washington Stand Senior Writer, points out the Legacy Media's collective amnesia about Vice President Kamala Harris's record. Mary Szoch, FRC's Director of the Center for Human Dignity, responds to the Legacy Media's meltdown over recently uncovered comments vice presidential candidate J.D. Vance made regarding sexual assault and abortion.

Warren Davidson, Greg Steube, David Spiller, Ryan Foley, David Brody

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August 1, 2024 - Warren Davidson, Greg Steube, David Spiller, Ryan Foley and David Brody

On today's program: Warren Davidson, U.S. Representative for the 8th District of Ohio, reacts to the massive hostage swap between seven countries and the unrest in Venezuela. Greg Steube, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Florida, comments on why it's important to defend women's-only spaces in light of a biologically male Olympic boxer defeating a biologically female boxer. David Spiller, State Representative for the 68th District of Texas, discusses a recent federal court decision allowing Texas's floating border wall to remain in place in the Rio Grande. Ryan Foley, The Christian Post Reporter, unpacks Vice President Kamala Harris's faith journey. David Brody, CBN News Chief Political Analyst, shares about former President Trump's faith journey.

Lindsey Graham, Meg Kilgannon, Victor Marx, Caroline Glick

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July 31, 2024 - Lindsey Graham, Meg Kilgannon, Victor Marx and Caroline Glick

On today's program: Lindsey Graham, U.S. Senator from South Carolina, discusses the Senate hearing to examine the assassination attempt on former President Trump and responds to recent events in the Middle East. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Affairs, reacts to a federal court's ruling against the Biden administration's radical Title IX rewrite. Victor Marx, Founder of All Things Possible Ministries, shares about his new book, The Dangerous Gentleman, which calls for men to be courageous in a culture of fear. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, provides an update on Israel's war against Hamas following a targeted strike in Beirut and the death of a Hamas official in Tehran.

Chuck Fleischmann, Stephanie Taub, Tony Perkins, Chris Gacek, Robert Rector

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July 30, 2024 - Chuck Fleischmann, Stephanie Taub, Tony Perkins, Chris Gacek and Robert Rector

On today's program: Chuck Fleischmann, U.S. Representative for Tennessee's 3rd District, responds to President Biden's radical proposals for the U.S. Supreme Court. Stephanie Taub, First Liberty Institute Senior Counsel, reacts to the ACLU of Virginia's lawsuit against Liberty University for firing an employee who violated the university's Doctrine of Discipline. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, discusses Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg's recent comment that "men are more free" due to abortion. Robert Rector, Senior Research Fellow at the Heritage Foundation, breaks down the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act and discusses the welfare abuses hidden in the Democrats' version of the Child Tax Credit. Robert Rector, Senior Research Fellow at The Heritage Foundation, offers further analysis on the Tax Relief for American Families.

Pete Sessions, Scott Rasmussen, David Closson, Chris Mitchell

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July 29, 2024 - Pete Sessions, Scott Rasmussen, David Closson and Chris Mitchell

On today's program: Pete Sessions, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Texas, provides an update on the congressional task force to investigate the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. He also comments on President Biden's proposed "reforms" to the U.S. Supreme Court. Scott Rasmussen, RMG Research President and Editor-at-Large at Ballotpedia, shares his polling analysis with fewer than 100 days to go until election day. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, responds to the blasphemous display at the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Olympic Games. Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports the latest on the war in Israel following a rocket attack in the Golan Heights that killed 12 children.

Tim Burchett, Andrew Bailey, Meg Kilgannon, David Closson

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July 26, 2024 - Tim Burchett, Andrew Bailey, Meg Kilgannon and David Closson

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Tennessee, unpacks Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's recent discussions with U.S. leaders and reacts to the recent pro-Hamas riots in Washington, D.C. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, highlights another federal court decision against the Biden administration's radical Title IX rewrite targeting girls and women. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, responds to the recent American Federation of Teachers conference in Houston. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, shares a biblical worldview on both President Biden's decision to drop out of the presidential race and Vice President Harris' record on the issues that concern Christians.

Andy Biggs, Danielle Runyan, Britt Hancock, J. Christian Adams

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July 25, 2024 - Andy Biggs, Danielle Runyan, Britt Hancock and J. Christian Adams

On today's program: Andy Biggs, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Arizona, responds to FBI Director Christopher Wray's testimony before the House Judiciary Committee regarding the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Danielle Runyan, Senior Counsel and Chair of Military Affairs at First Liberty Institute, highlights a recent settlement with the U.S. Department of the Navy on behalf of thousands of Navy service members who refused the Covid jab due to religious objections. Britt Hancock, Founder & Director of Mountain Gateway, provides an update after the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) held a virtual hearing to discuss how Nicaragua jailed pastors and missionaries on trumped up charges following their successful outreach events to preach the gospel. J. Christian Adams, President of Public Interest Legal Foundation, discusses a campaign finance loophole that allowed a Swiss billionaire to spend millions of dollars to influence U.S. elections.

Chris Smith, Caroline Glick, Edward Graham, Travis Weber, Tony Perkins

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July 24, 2024 - Chris Smith, Caroline Glick, Edward Graham, Travis Weber and Tony Perkins

On today's program: Chris Smith, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of New Jersey, responds to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to a joint meeting of Congress. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, analyzes Prime Minister Netanyahu's congressional address and provides an update on the IDF's progress eliminating Hamas. Edward Graham, Chief Operating Officer at Samaritan's Purse, shares how the ministry is assisting those hit hardest by Hurricane Beryl throughout the Caribbean and South Texas. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, highlights FRC Action's new publication comparing the 2024 Republican Party Platform with the 2016 Platform and shares how Christian voters should respond. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, discusses the Faith Family Freedom Fund's "Defend Life | Defend Freedom" awareness campaign, which informs pro-life, pro-family citizens in Tennessee that Sen. Marsha Blackburn led a recent closed-door, secretive meeting that weakened the Republican Party's longstanding pro-life platform.

Ashley Hinson, Chris Mitchell, Aaron Van Allen, Dan McLaughlin

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July 23, 2024 - Ashley Hinson, Chris Mitchell, Aaron Van Allen and Dan McLaughlin

On today's program: Ashley Hinson, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Iowa, shares what she heard at Tuesday's hearing on "The Great Firewall and the CCP's Export of its Techno-Authoritarian State." Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports the latest on the war in Israel and previews Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's upcoming address before a joint session of Congress. Aaron Van Allen, Liberty University Associate Professor of Government, previews the change in the presidential election trajectory with Biden out and what it means for Republicans. Dan McLaughlin, Senior Writer at National Review, dives deep into presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris' record as California Attorney General, U.S. Senator and Vice President.

Eric Burlison, Tim Miller, Phill Kline, Mike Collins, Tony Perkins

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July 22, 2024 - Eric Burlison, Tim Miller, Phill Kline, Mike Collins and Tony Perkins

On today's program: Eric Burlison, U.S. Representative for the 7th District of Missouri, shares what he heard from Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle's Capitol Hill testimony on the attempted assassination of former president Donald Trump. He also reacts to President Biden's decision not to run for re-election. Tim Miller, Lionheart International Services Group President and Founder, imparts his insights into the continuing fallout from the attempted assassination of former President Trump. Phill Kline, Associate Professor of Law at Liberty University School of Law and former Kansas Attorney General, unpacks how the Democrats will replace President Biden as their presidential nominee. Mike Collins, U.S. Representative for the 10th District of Georgia, sheds light into how Congress is working to address the worldwide fallout from the recent CrowdStrike glitch. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, emphasizes the need for prayer during these tumultuous times in our nation and our world.

Keith Self, Chad Connelly, Arielle Del Turco, David Closson

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July 19, 2024 - Keith Self, Chad Connelly, Arielle Del Turco and David Closson

On today's program: Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, reflects on the 2024 RNC Convention and comments on a Department of Homeland Security report finding the largest housing provider for migrant children engaged in pervasive sexual abuse. Chad Connelly, Founder of Faith Wins, looks back at this week's RNC Convention and offers a way forward on the GOP Platform. Arielle Del Turco, FRC's Director of the Center for Religious Liberty, compares the 2016 RNC Platform to the 2024 RNC Platform. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, unpacks what biblical values were highlighted at RNC and which ones were missing - and why Christians should be involved to advance biblical principles regardless.

Pete Sessions, Nathaniel Moran, Kelly Shackelford, Robert George

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July 18, 2024 - Pete Sessions, Nathaniel Moran, Kelly Shackelford and Robby George

On today's program: Pete Sessions, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Texas, provides an update on the House Oversight & Accountability Committee's investigation into the U.S. Secret Service following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Nathaniel Moran, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Texas, discusses the final day of the Republican National Convention and highlights his discussions with a European Union delegation regarding threats from the Chinese Communist Party. Kelly Shackelford, President & CEO of First Liberty Institute, responds to reports that President Biden plans to endorse the Left's push for changes to the U.S. Supreme Court. Robert George, McCormick Professor of Jurisprudence at Princeton University, unpacks how Christians should respond to the GOP 2024 Platform, which backs away from long-standing Republican principles.

Sonja Shaw, Andrew Bailey, Chuck Fleischmann, Larry Taunton

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July 17, 2024 - Sonja Shaw, Andrew Bailey, Chuck Fleischmann and Larry Taunton

On today's program: Sonja Shaw, Chino Valley Unified School District Board of Education President, explains why her school district has sued California Governor Gavin Newsom for a state law banning school districts from requiring that parents be notified if their child wants to identify as a different gender at school. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, highlights his office's successful effort to shut down the St. Louis pediatric transgender clinic at Washington University. Chuck Fleischmann, U.S. Representative for Tennessee's 3rd District, discusses the third day of the Republican National Convention and previews upcoming priorities in the House of Representatives. Larry Taunton, author and columnist, analyzes the conflicting messages presented at the Republican National Convention.

Allie Beth Stuckey, Andy Biggs, Tim Miller, Tony Perkins, Ben Johnson

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July 16, 2024 - Allie Stuckey, Andy Biggs, Tim Miller, Tony Perkins and Ben Johnson

On today's program: Allie Beth Stuckey, host of "Relatable" on BlazeTV, analyzes decisions made by the RNC as the 2024 Republican National Convention continues in Milwaukee. Andy Biggs, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Arizona, provides an update on the House Oversight & Accountability Committee's investigation of the Secret Service following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Tim Miller, Lionheart International Services Group President and Founder, discusses the security failures of the Secret Service and recommends actions that must be taken in response. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council and RNC Platform Committee Delegate from Louisiana, reemphasizes the importance of a robust Republican Party platform. Ben Johnson, Washington Stand Senior Reporter and Editor, unpacks the selection of Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as Donald Trump's running mate.

Robert Aderholt, Mike Johnson, Dr. Albert Mohler

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July 15, 2024 - Robert Aderholt, Mike Johnson and Albert Mohler

On today's program: On today's program: Robert Aderholt, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Alabama, joins Tony at the Republican National Convention to react to the attempted assassination of former President Trump on Saturday. He also offers his assessment of the 2024 RNC Platform and shares an update on the appropriations process on Capitol Hill. Mike Johnson, Speaker of the House and U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Louisiana, sits down with Tony in Milwaukee to discuss the political rhetoric surrounding the assassination attempt on former President Trump and previews the Republican National Convention. Dr. Albert Mohler, President of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, unpacks how Christians should consider and respond to the attempted assassination of former President Trump.

Keith Self, Andrew Bailey, Mark Alford, Luis Valdes, Pesach Wolicki

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July 12, 2024 - Keith Self, Andrew Bailey, Mark Alford, Luis Valdes and Pesach Wolicki

On today's program: Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, corrects the record following President Biden's recent press conference and previews the appropriations bills coming up in the House of Representatives. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, highlights his lawsuit against the Department of Health & Human Services for a new rule mandating that healthcare providers perform harmful gender-transition procedures at taxpayer expense. Mark Alford, U.S. Representative from the 4th district of Missouri, shares how Congress should respond to revelations that Fort Liberty military personnel attended a training session that labeled pro-life groups as terrorist organizations. Luis Valdes, National Spokesman and Florida State Director for Gun Owners of America, discusses how the 2024 GOP Platform has politically disarmed advocates for the 2nd Amendment. Rabbi Pesach Wolicki, responds to the 2024 GOP Platform's limited support for Israel when compared to previous GOP Platforms.

Tim Walberg, Tara Rodas, Tony Perkins, Meg Kilgannon

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July 11, 2024 - Tim Walberg, Tara Rodas, Tony Perkins and Meg Kilgannon

On today's program: Tim Walberg, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Michigan, shares the latest news on the House appropriations bills and comments on reports that Iran is funding U.S. based anti-Israel protests. Tara Rodas, U.S. Department of Health and Health Services whistleblower, highlights her testimony before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee regarding the exploitation of unaccompanied migrant children. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council and Delegate from Louisiana, unpacks his thoughts on the RNC Platform Minority Report. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, reacts to revelations that Fort Liberty military personnel attended a training session that labeled pro-life groups as terrorist organizations and comments on the Pentagon's efforts to push DEI ideology on children of military service members.

Dr. Greg Murphy, Scott Perry, Ron Johnson, Josh Hawley

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July 10, 2024 - Greg Murphy, Scott Perry, Ron Johnson and Josh Hawley

On today's program: Dr. Greg Murphy, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of North Carolina, provides an update on the House vote for the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which Republicans introduced to bolster election integrity. Scott Perry, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 10th District, analyzes the 2024 NATO Summit, which brought 37 world leaders to Washington, D.C. for the organization's 75th anniversary. Ron Johnson, U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, responds to Senate Democrats pushing legislation to promote abortion on demand until birth to distract from President Biden's sinking poll numbers. Josh Hawley, U.S. Senator from Missouri, discusses the Republican Party Platform adopted for 2024, which does not contain a call for federal protections for the unborn included in every GOP platform dating back to the 1980s.

Mike Ezell, Tamara Scott, Tony Perkins

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July 9, 2024 - Mike Ezell, Tamara Scott and Tony Perkins

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Mike Ezell, U.S Representative from the 4th District of Mississippi, provides an update on the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which House Republicans introduced to champion election integrity. Tamara Scott, RNC Platform Committee Delegate from Iowa, shares her experience on the RNC Platform Committee.Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council and Delegate from Louisiana, explains how a party's platform should establish principles to guide both voters and elected officials and discusses the minority report that he and others on the Republican Party Platform Committee submitted to the RNC following the adoption of the 2024 GOP Platform.

Tony Perkins, Brent Keilen, Chad Connelly, Travis Weber

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July 8, 2024 - Tony Perkins, Brent Keilen, Chad Connelly and Travis Weber

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council and RNC Platform Committee Delegate from Louisiana, responds to the Republican Party Platform adopted for 2024, which does not contain a call for federal protections for the unborn included in every GOP platform dating back to the 1980s. Brent Keilen, FRC Action's Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, shares how the platform process unfolded. Chad Connelly, Founder of Faith Wins, discusses how the Republican Party Platform will influence voter enthusiasm and turnout heading into the November elections. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, compares the 2024 Republican Party Platform with the 2016 Platform and discusses how Christian voters should respond.

Lindsey Graham, Lee Payne, Chuck Donovan

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July 5, 2024 - Lindsey Graham, Lee Payne and Chuck Donovan

On today's program: Lindsey Graham, U.S. Senator from South Carolina, discusses the importance of the Republican Party adopting a pro-life, pro-family platform in 2024. Lee Payne, Professor of Political Science at Stephen F. Austin State University, shares his research on how a political party's platform influences its policies and the votes of its elected officials. Chuck Donovan, Founder and Strategic Advisor for Charlotte Lozier Institute, highlights the history of the pro-life movement within the Republican Party.

Independence Day

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July 4, 2024 - Ben Carson

On this special Independence Day program: Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, and Dr. Ben Carson, famed pediatric neurosurgeon and former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, sit down for a conversation about what Christians can do to protect and exercise our faith in the public square so that America can be a morally sound country once again.

Mark Robinson, Bunni Pounds, Tuly Weisz, David Closson

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July 3, 2024 - Mark Robinson, Bunni Pounds, Rabbi Tuly Weisz and David Closson

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Mark Robinson, Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina, responds to criticism of his recent remarks to a Christian audience declaring that Jesus is on His throne. Bunni Pounds, President of Christians Engaged, discusses her book Jesus and Politics, and shares how Christians can follow God's call even in hostile environments. Rabbi Tuly Weisz, Founder of Israel360, shares why Jews should join Christians in advocating for the display of the Ten Commandments throughout the country. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, shares a biblical worldview on why Christians must not shrink from the political process despite attacks.

Ron Estes, Chris Mitchell, Jason Zachary, Meg Kilgannon, Will Chamberlain

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July 2, 2024 - Ron Estes, Chris Mitchell, Jason Zachary, Meg Kilgannon and Will Chamberlain

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Ron Estes, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Kansas, responds to the first call from a Congressional Democrat for President Biden to step down as his party's presidential nominee and discusses House Republicans' effort to pass all 12 appropriations bills for Fiscal Year 2025. Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports from Jerusalem as the IDF continues its progress eliminating Hamas' military capabilities. Jason Zachary, State Representative for Tennessee's 14th District, discusses Tennessee House Joint Resolution 803, which asks the state's citizens to participate in 31 days of prayer and fasting. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, analyzes the Biden administration's "emergency abortion" letter to doctors and health associations. Will Chamberlain, Senior Counsel for the Article III Project, reacts to news that former President Trump's sentencing from his Manhattan trial has been delayed and analyzes President Biden's attack of the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on presidential immunity.

Eric Burlison, Bob Maginnis, Ryan Walters, Phill Kline

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July 1, 2024 - Eric Burlison, Bob Maginnis, Ryan Walters and Phill Kline

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Eric Burlison, U.S. Representative for the 7th District of Missouri, reacts to the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in the presidential immunity case and the latest fallout from the presidential debate. Lt. Col. (Ret.) Bob Maginnis, FRC's Senior Fellow for National Security, shares his expertise on news that U.S. forces in Europe were put on alert for potential terrorist activities. Ryan Walters, the Oklahoma State School Superintendent, highlights his order to Oklahoma's schools to teach the Bible in grades 5 through 12. Phill Kline, Associate Professor of Law at Liberty University School of Law and former Kansas Attorney General, comments on the Supreme Court's decision in Trump v. U.S. and the potential legal ramifications if President Biden were to be replaced on the presidential ballot.

Chris Gacek, Ralph Norman, Meg Kilgannon, Tony Perkins, David Closson

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June 28, 2024 - Chris Gacek, Ralph Norman, Meg Kilgannon, Tony Perkins and David Closson

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Dr. Chris Gacek, FRC's Senior Fellow for Regulatory Affairs, gives a legal update as the U.S. Supreme Court is finishing out its current term. Ralph Norman, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of South Carolina, reacts to last night's presidential debate and shares an update regarding appropriations. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, comments on the Biden administration's pressure campaign to push transgender mutilation surgeries on children diagnosed with gender dysphoria. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, analyzes Thursday night's presidential debate. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, shares a biblical worldview on what was said at Thursday's presidential debate.

Josh Brecheen, John Bursch, Michael Cloud, Vanessa Sivadge

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June 27, 2024 - Josh Brecheen, John Bursch, Michael Cloud and Vanessa Sivadge

On today's program: Josh Brecheen, U.S. Representative for Oklahoma's 2nd District, reacts to a new NBC report showing ISIS is smuggling illegal immigrants into the U.S. and talks about the GOP platform. John Bursch, Alliance Defending Freedom's Senior Counsel and Vice President of Appellate Advocacy, comments on the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in the abortion case, Idaho v. U.S.. Michael Cloud, U.S. Representative for the 27th District of Texas, discusses how the Chinese Communist Party is waging a war against America by targeting, influencing, and infiltrating federal agencies. Vanessa Sivadge, Texas nurse, explains why she blew the whistle on her hospital's gender mutilation surgeries.

Jeff Landry, Matt Carpenter, Britt Hancock, Chip Roy

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June 26, 2024 - Jeff Landry, Matt Carpenter, Britt Hancock and Congressman Chip Roy

Jeff Landry, Governor of Louisiana, discusses why Louisiana became the first state in the nation requiring public school classrooms to post The Ten Commandments and reacts to the U.S. Supreme Court's decision that a coalition of conservative states and social media users lacked standing to sue the federal government for influencing the censorship policies of social media companies. Matt Carpenter, FRC Action Director, analyzes recent election results, including the fallout from multiple South Carolina State Senate races where the pro-life position was a winning issue. Britt Hancock, Founder & Director of Mountain Gateway, provides on update on how the Left in Nicaragua has jailed pastors and missionaries on trumped up charges following their successful outreach events to preach the gospel. Chip Roy, U.S. Representative for the 21st District of Texas, reacts to the Senate Armed Services Committee advancing a version of the National Defense Authorization Act that includes enrolling women in the draft and analyzes how Republicans should respond to corporate America shifting to the Left.

Robert Aderholt, Jason Zachary, Ralph Reed, Brett O'Donnell

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June 25, 2024 - Robert Aderholt, Jason Zachary, Ralph Reed and Brett O’Donnell

On today's program: Robert Aderholt, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Alabama, shares the latest on the appropriations effort on Capitol Hill, as lawmakers consider government funding bills for the Departments of Homeland Security, State, Defense, and Foreign Operations. Jason Zachary, State Representative for Tennessee's 14th District, discusses the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to hear a challenge to Tennessee Senate Bill 1, which protects minors from gender procedures. Ralph Reed, Chairman of the Faith & Freedom Coalition, unpacks former President Donald Trump's recent call for governance-engaged Christians to vote this November. Brett O'Donnell, President of O'Donnell & Associates, previews the upcoming Trump-Biden presidential debate.

Nathaniel Moran, Meg Kilgannon, Paula Scanlan, Mat Staver

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June 24, 2024 - Nathaniel Moran, Meg Kilgannon, Paula Scanlan and Mat Staver

On today's program: Nathaniel Moran, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Texas, celebrates the two-year anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade, and discusses the Biden's administration's bottleneck in sending military aid to Israel. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, explains how the Democrats have seized abortion as their top 2024 campaign issue. Paula Scanlon, former NCAA swimmer and Ambassador for the Independent Women's Forum, shares an update from the Take Back Title IX Summer 2024 Bus Tour. Mat Staver, Founder and Chairman of Liberty Counsel, provides legal analysis for why Louisiana's Ten Commandments law should withstand any legal challenge.

Matt Rosendale, Jack Phillips, Jake Warner, Jim Runestad, Joseph Backholm

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June 21, 2024 - Matt Rosendale, Jack Phillips, Jake Warner, Jim Runestad and Joseph Backholm

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Matt Rosendale, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Montana, discusses the crimes resulting from the crisis at the southern border and analyzes the Democrats' campaigning on the abortion issue. Jack Phillips, Owner of Masterpiece Cake Shop, and Jake Warner, Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel, provide an update following oral arguments this week before the Colorado State Supreme Court. Jim Runestad, State Senator for the 23rd Senate District of Michigan, sounds the alarm on legislation passed by the Michigan State Legislature that threatens the integrity of state elections. Joseph Backholm, FRC's Senior Fellow for Biblical Worldview and Strategic Engagement, responds to the Left's criticism of a Louisiana law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms.

Kevin Cramer, Tom Kilgannon, Walt Heyer, Mike Farris

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June 20, 2024 - Kevin Cramer, Tom Kilgannon, Walt Heyer and Mike Farris

On today's program: Kevin Cramer, U.S. Senator from North Dakota, discusses the recent strategic alliance between Russia and North Korea and shares details of Iran's nuclear ambitions. Tom Kilgannon, President of Freedom Alliance, analyzes the Senate Armed Services Committee advancing a version of the National Defense Authorization Act that includes enrolling women in the draft and explains why Congress should be the military's best recruiter. Walt Heyer, FRC's Senior Fellow for Family Studies and publisher of sexchangeregret.com, reacts to Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs (D) vetoing a bill that would provide support for detransitioners. Mike Farris, General Counsel for National Religious Broadcasters, discusses the growth of the homeschool movement despite frequent legal attacks from the Left.

Tim Burchett, Dave Brat, Meg Kilgannon, Caroline Glick

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June 19, 2024 - Tim Burchett, Dave Brat, Meg Kilgannon and Caroline Glick

On today's program: Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Tennessee, analyzes a recent Senate hearing on the origins of COVID-19. Dave Brat, Dean of Liberty University's School of Business, corrects the record on President Biden's claims about the economy and previews what the economic future will look like if the United States continues $2 trillion in annual deficits. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, sheds light on the shifting landscape in American education and discusses how recent college and university closures have affected students. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, reacts to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin's Netanyahu's criticisms of the Biden administration for withholding crucial munitions from Israel and provides an update on the IDF's progress eliminating Hamas.

Dr. Tim Clinton, Dr. John Lott, Ralph Norman, Todd Bensman

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June 18, 2024 - Tim Clinton, John Lott, Ralph Norman and Todd Bensman

On today's program: Dr. Tim Clinton, American Association of Christian Counselors President, reacts to U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murphy calling for social media companies to include a warning label listing their platform's effect on mental health. Dr. John Lott, Crime Prevention Research Center President, provides an update on the effort to obtain the writings left behind by the shooter responsible for six murders at The Covenant School in Nashville, TN. Ralph Norman, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of South Carolina, discusses the Biden administration's latest immigration amnesty program. Todd Bensman, Senior National Security Fellow at Center for Immigration Studies, analyses the current terror threat facing the United States.

Marsha Blackburn, Liz Murrill, David Closson, Dr. Albert Mohler

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June 17, 2024 - Marsha Blackburn, Liz Murrill, David Closson and Albert Mohler

On today's program: Marsha Blackburn, U.S. Senator from Tennessee, reacts to reports that the Biden administration is making plans for an immigration amnesty executive order and responds to the Left's continued attacks on the U.S. Supreme Court. Liz Murrill, Louisiana Attorney General, shares about a federal judge's temporary injunction against the U.S. Department of Education's revision of Title IX rules in Louisiana and other states. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, compares the conflicting in vitro fertilization (IVF) bills recently considered in the U.S. Senate. Dr. Albert Mohler, President of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, unpacks the legacy media's reaction to the Southern Baptist Convention's IVF resolution and discusses how Christians should consider IVF from a biblical worldview.

Burgess Owens, Chris Gacek, Dr. Owen Strachan, David Closson

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June 14, 2024 - Burgess Owens, Chris Gacek, Owen Strachan and David Closson

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Burgess Owens, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Utah, discusses the National Defense Authorization Act passed by the House of Representatives and provides an update on a recent Congressional Review Act resolution to nullify the Biden administration's radical Title IX rewrite. Chris Gacek, FRC's Senior Fellow for Regulatory Affairs, analyzes the G7 Summit and unpacks how the Biden administration's global abortion crusade hurts American interests internationally. Dr. Owen Strachan, FRC's Senior Fellow at the Center for Biblical Worldview, shares insights on Father's Day and highlights the need for strong Christian dads. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, reacts to the Supreme Court rejecting a petition on the abortion pill mifepristone, and examines how Christians should consider the rule of law.

Erin Hawley, David Closson, Tyler O'Neil, Pete Ricketts, Keith Self

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June 13, 2024 - Erin Hawley, David Closson, Tyler O'Neil, Pete Ricketts and Keith Self

On today's program: Erin Hawley, Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel and Vice President of the Center for Life and Regulatory Practice, discusses the U.S. Supreme Court rejecting a challenge to the Food and Drug Administration by stating that the doctors who are forced to save women from the life-threatening complications caused by the abortion drug mifepristone don't have standing to bring the case. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, corrects the record following the legacy media misinformation from the Southern Baptist Conference Annual Meeting. Tyler O'Neil, Managing Editor of The Daily Signal, reports on the Southern Poverty Law Center gutting its staff. Pete Ricketts, U.S. Senator for Nebraska, reacts to Russian warships reaching Cuban waters and shares about GOP senators meeting with former President Donald Trump. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, provides an update on the House Republican's work to purge National Defense Authorization Act of the Biden administration's woke policies and discusses former President Trump's meeting with Republicans in the House of Representatives.

Kevin Hern, Mary Miller, Edward Graham, Quena Gonzalez

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June 12, 2024 - Kevin Hern, Mary Miller, Edward Graham and Quena Gonzalez

On today's program: Kevin Hern, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Oklahoma, discusses the scheduled vote to hold U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress and provides an update on amendments under consideration for the National Defense Authorization Act. Mary Miller, U.S. Representative for the 15th District of Illinois, comments on legislation she introduced to nullify the Biden administration's radical re-write of Title IX rules and reacts to a federal judge's rebuke of non-binding guidance for Title IX from the Biden administration. Edward Graham, Chief Operating Officer at Samaritan's Purse, shares how the ministry is assisting those hit hardest by recent tornadoes and flooding throughout the Midwest and Southeast regions. Quena Gonzalez, FRC's Senior Director of Government Affairs, provides an update on how Family Research Council has scored various amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act and discusses Senate Democrats' pending IVF legislation, which both mandates public funding and eliminates oversight of the IVF industry.

Tim Burchett, Andrew Bailey, Ed Martin, Travis Weber

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June 11, 2024 - Tim Burchett, Andrew Bailey, Ed Martin and Travis Weber

On today's program: Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Tennessee, responds to the U.N. Security Council vote on a proposed ceasefire in Gaza and provides an update on holding U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, highlights his lawsuit against Planned Parenthood for trafficking children out of state for abortions without parental consent. Ed Martin, President of Phyllis Schlafly Eagles, encourages Christians to participate in 40 Days of Prayer for Renewal in anticipation of the Republican National Convention. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, provides analysis of what the attacks on conservative U.S. Supreme Court justices reveal about the Left and shares how Christians should respond to these attacks.

Scott Perry, Roger Severino, Joel Penton, Caroline Glick

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June 10, 2024 - Scott Perry, Roger Severino, Joel Penton and Caroline Glick

On today's program: Scott Perry, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 10th District, provides an update on the latest news from Israel's war against Hamas, unpacks the possible upcoming vote in the House of Representatives to hold U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress, and discusses his recent appointment to the House Intelligence Committee. Roger Severino, Vice President of Domestic Policy at The Heritage Foundation, responds to the federal indictment of a whistleblower who exposed gender treatments on minors at a Texas hospital. Joel Penton, LifeWise Academy Founder and CEO, celebrates the success of LifeWise Academy's effort to teach the Bible to public school children despite continued attacks from the Left. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, reacts to the IDF raid to free hostages held by Hamas and discusses the recent effort by the Biden administration to force the U.N. Security Council to vote on a ceasefire agreement in Gaza.

Eric Burlison, Ron Estes, Meg Kilgannon, David Closson

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June 7, 2024 - Eric Burlison, Ron Estes, Meg Kilgannon and David Closson

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Eric Burlison, U.S. Representative for the 7th District of Missouri, discusses the referral by the House Oversight and Accountability Committee for the Department of Justice to charge Hunter and James Biden with lying to Congress. Ron Estes, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Kansas, provides analysis of the May jobs report and responds to the effort by the Left to put a positive spin on illegal immigration. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, reacts to the Washington State Superintendent of Schools encouraging school districts in his state to break the law by ignoring the recently passed Parents' Bill of Rights. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, examines the Biden campaign's focus on Pride Month events and unpacks the declining membership of the United Methodist Church over LGBTQ issues.

Keith Self, Jerome Corsi, Fred Lunsford, Mark LiVecche

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June 6, 2024 - Keith Self, Jerome Corsi, Fred Lunsford and Marc LiVecche

On today's program: Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, joins the program from Normandy, France, on the 80th Anniversary of D-Day. Dr. Jerome Corsi, author of No Greater Valor, highlights the evidence of divine intervention and the role of the Christian faith in the Allied victory in WWII. Fred Lunsford, WWII Veteran who fought at Normandy and in the Battle of the Bulge, shares his reflections on the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Mark LiVecche, Distinguished Scholar of Ethics, War, and Public Life at Providence Institute of Religion and Democracy and a non-resident research fellow at the U.S. Naval War College, discusses how America's spiritual strength has been intertwined with our nation's military strength and political standing on the world stage.

Pete Ricketts, Dr. Jill Simons, James Lankford, Ken Blackwell

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June 5, 2024 - Pete Ricketts, Dr. Jill Simons, James Lankford and Ken Blackwell

On today's program: Pete Ricketts, U.S. Senator for Nebraska, sets the record straight on the loopholes plaguing President Biden's executive order on U.S. asylum policy and discusses the need for sanctions against the International Criminal Court for pursing arrest warrants for senior Israeli officials. Dr. Jill Simons, Executive Director of the American College of Pediatricians, shares about the Doctors Protecting Children Declaration, which launches Thursday to protect children from harmful gender procedures. James Lankford, U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, explains how the Senate Democrats' "Right to Contraception Act" demonstrates the Left's radical abortion agenda. Ken Blackwell, FRC's Senior Fellow for Human Rights & Constitutional Government, highlights the Biden administration's use of federal agencies to coordinate voter turnout for the President's re-election campaign.

Harriet Hageman, Josh Brecheen, Dr. Andy Harris, Dr. Robert Malone

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June 4, 2024 - Harriet Hageman, Josh Brecheen, Andy Harris and Robert Malone

On today's program: Harriet Hageman, U.S. Representative for Wyoming, provides analysis of Attorney General Merrick Garland's testimony before the House Judiciary Committee, where he faced criticism regarding the Biden administration's two-tiered system of justice. Josh Brecheen, U.S. Representative for Oklahoma's 2nd District, reacts to President Biden's executive order on U.S. asylum policy, which will attempt to address the border crises the Biden administration created. Dr. Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Maryland, explains how upcoming legislation from Senate Democrats demonstrates the Left's radical abortion agenda reflected at every level of government. Dr. Robert Malone, Chief Medical and Regulatory Officer for The Unity Project, responds to Dr. Anthony Fauci's testimony before Congress and shines light on the World Health Organization's amendments to the International Health Regulations.

Warren Davidson, Travis Weber, David Benham, Dr. Albert Mohler

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June 3, 2024 - Warren Davidson, Travis Weber, David Benham and Albert Mohler

On today's program: Warren Davidson, U.S. Representative for the 8th District of Ohio, discusses how the prosecution of former President Donald Trump fits a pattern of the Left's weaponization of the government and legal system against political opponents. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, reports on the conclusion of the 77th World Health Assembly and provides action items in response to the World Health Organization's proposed pandemic treaty. David Benham, Co-Founder of Benham Companies, encourages Christian men to sign the Proclamation on Godly Masculinity. Dr. Albert Mohler, President of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, unpacks how Christians should respond biblically to politically-motivated prosecutions.

Josh Hammer, Keith Self, Travis Weber, David Closson

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May 31, 2024 - Josh Hammer, Keith Self, Travis Weber and David Closson

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Josh Hammer, Senior Counsel at the Article III Project, provides analysis of the verdict in New York City trial of former President Donald Trump. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, shares the Republican response to the Left's lawfare against former President Trump and discusses the Biden administration's floating pier fiasco in Gaza. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, checks in with an update on World Health Organization's proposed pandemic treaty before the 77th World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland concludes this week. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, examines the plummeting rates of Americans with a biblical worldview and reflects on the life and ministry of Davy and Natalie Lloyd, who died serving the Lord in Haiti.

Mike Waltz, Dodie Horton, Travis Weber, Dr. Ben Carson

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May 30, 2024 - Michael Waltz, Dodie Horton, Travis Weber and Ben Carson

On today's program: Mike Waltz, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Florida, reacts to the Biden administration rejecting the call for sanctions against the International Criminal Court for seeking arrest warrants for Israeli officials and provides further analysis of Israel's military operation in Rafah. Dodie Horton, State Representative for the 9th District of Louisiana, discusses legislation she authored to make Louisiana the first state in the nation to require the Ten Commandments be displayed in all schools and colleges that receive public funding. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, reports from the 77th World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland, as the effort continues to block the World Health Organization's proposed pandemic treaty. Dr. Ben Carson, famed pediatric neurosurgeon and former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, previews the remarks he'll deliver Thursday night at Family Research Council's Faith & Freedom Chapel, encourages Republican candidates to stand for life, and shares about his new book The Perilous Fight.

Scott Perry, Paul Fitzpatrick, Travis Weber, Tom Fitton

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May 29, 2024 - Scott Perry, Paul Fitzpatrick, Travis Weber and Tom Fitton

Scott Perry, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 10th District, reacts to jury deliberations beginning in the New York City trial of former President Donald Trump and offers an update on Israel's war against Hamas. Paul Fitzpatrick, 1792 Exchange President, provides analysis of how Corporate America lost the support of Republicans in Congress with its woke agenda as more Americans view these brands as left-wing. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, checks in from the 77th World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland, as the effort continues to block the World Health Organization's proposed pandemic treaty. Tom Fitton, Judicial Watch President, breaks down the latest on the lawfare effort by the Left against former President Trump and discusses Justice Samuel Alito's announcement he will not recuse himself from any upcoming U.S. Supreme Court cases for his flying the "Appeal to Heaven" flag.

Nathaniel Moran, Bob Maginnis, Quena Gonzalez, Travis Weber

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May 28, 2024 - Nathaniel Moran, Bob Maginnis, Quena Gonzalez and Travis Weber

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Nathaniel Moran, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Texas, reacts to continued actions by the international community that embolden terrorists and impede Israel's effort to eliminate Hamas. Lt. Col. (Ret.) Bob Maginnis, FRC's Senior Fellow for National Security, discusses the recent reports of the Biden administration urging European allies to back off from plans to censure Iran for continuing to develop its nuclear weapons program. Quena Gonzalez, FRC's Senior Director of Government Affairs, highlights the need for a strong Republican Party Platform that includes a stand for human dignity and life. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, reports from the 77th World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland, as the effort continues to block the World Health Organization's proposed pandemic treaty.

Memorial Day Special

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May 27, 2024 - Tony Perkins

On this special Memorial Day program: Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, shares about the history of the Republican Party and discusses why the GOP has always stood for human dignity and life in the party platform.

Andy Biggs, Ran Kivets, Thomas Pressly, Dr. George Barna

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May 24, 2024 - Andy Biggs, Ran Kivets, Thomas Pressly and George Barna

On today's program: Andy Biggs, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Arizona, explains the domestic security threat created by the Biden administration's border crisis and shares about the effort to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress. Ran Kivets, Professor at Columbia University Business School, explains his research that details how Hamas terrorists are responsible for the lack of aid reaching civilians in Gaza. Thomas Pressly, State Senator for Louisiana's 38th District, discusses legislation he sponsored to make Louisiana the first state in the nation to designate the abortion pills mifepristone and misoprostol as dangerous controlled substances. Dr. George Barna, FRC's Senior Research Fellow for the Center for Biblical Worldview, unpacks his research detailing why young people are leaving the Christian faith and highlights his book Raising Spiritual Champions: Nurturing Your Child's Heart, Mind and Soul.

Caroline Glick, Travis Weber, John Cornyn

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May 23, 2024 - Caroline Glick, Travis Weber and John Cornyn

On today's program: Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, reacts to reports of Hamas terrorists looting aid meant for civilians in Gaza and provides an update on Israel's war against Hamas. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, continues the conversation on the World Health Organization's proposed pandemic treaty and previews his upcoming trip to Geneva for the World Health Assembly. John Cornyn, U.S. Senator from Texas, shares why Senate Republicans rejected the Democrats' border legislation, which does not address the underlying problems with the Biden administration's mismanagement of the border.

Ohad Tal, Glenn Grothman, Clay Staires, Dr. A.J. Nolte

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May 22, 2024 - Ohad Tal, Glenn Grothman, Clay Staires and A.J. Nolte

On today's program: Ohad Tal, Member of the Israeli Knesset, reacts to three European countries announcing they will officially recognize a Palestinian state and discusses Israel's historic claim to the land of Judea and Samaria. Glenn Grothman, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Wisconsin, sheds light on discussions in Congress to impose sanctions on officials at the International Criminal Court. Clay Staires, State Representative for the 66th District of Oklahoma, shares about legislation he sponsored to support Oklahoma students receiving religious instruction during school hours. Dr. A. J. Nolte, Director of the Institute for Israel Studies at Regent University, provides analysis of Secretary of State Antony Blinken?'s recent congressional testimony.

Chip Roy, Eugene Kontorovich, James Agresti, Mary Szoch

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May 21, 2024 - Congressman Chip Roy, Eugene Kontorovich, James Agresti and Mary Szoch

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Chip Roy, U.S. Representative for the 21st District of Texas, discusses legislation he introduced to impose sanctions on officials at the International Criminal Court. Eugene Kontorovich, Director of the Center for Middle East & International Law at George Mason University Scalia Law School, provides a legal analysis of the lead prosecutor for the International Criminal Court seeking an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. James Agresti, President of Just Facts, shares the results of a new study finding that up to 27 percent of non-citizens are illegally registered to vote. Mary Szoch, FRC's Director of the Center for Human Dignity, responds to new legislation introduced by two Republican senators that would discourage states from prohibiting in vitro fertilization services and unpacks how Christians should consider IVF from a biblical worldview.

Mike Waltz, Caroline Glick, Hans von Spakovsky, Dr. Robert Malone

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May 20, 2024 - Michael Waltz, Caroline Glick, Hans von Spakovsky and Robert Malone

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Mike Waltz, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Florida, provides analysis on how the sudden death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash could affect the Middle East. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, reacts to the lead prosecutor for the International Criminal Court seeking an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Hans von Spakovsky, The Heritage Foundation's Senior Legal Fellow, discusses a recent House Committee hearing on election integrity efforts to prevent foreign influence on U.S. elections. Dr. Robert Malone, Chief Medical and Regulatory Officer for The Unity Project, unpacks recent Congressional testimony stating that the U.S. government funded gain-of-function research at the Wuhan Institute for Virology.

Tim Burchett, Avi Mizrachi, Sarah Holliday, David Closson

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May 17, 2024 - Tim Burchett, Avi Mizrachi, Sarah Holliday and David Closson

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Tennessee, discusses the Israel Security Assistance Support Act that passed the House of Representatives. Avi Mizrachi, Founding Pastor of Dugit Outreach Ministries, joins from Israel and shares how the church can pray for both Christians and Jews in Israel. Sarah Holliday, Reporter for the Washington Stand, shares her experience at the Congressional Statute Dedication Ceremony held in honor of the Rev. Billy Graham at the U.S. Capitol. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, examines the Left's reaction to a commencement ceremony address by professional football player and devout Catholic Harrison Butker.

Victoria Marshall, Ted Cruz, James Comer, Lindsey Graham

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May 16, 2024 - Victoria Marshall, Ted Cruz, James Comer and Lindsey Graham

On today's program: Victoria Marshall, Washington Watch Correspondent, shares the latest inflation report. Ted Cruz, U.S. Senator from Texas, reacts to the sentencing of a pro-life advocate following the Biden administration's weaponization of the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act and shares how the Biden administration's war on energy hurts working families. James Comer, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Kentucky, discusses the Chinese Communist Party's effort to infiltrate U.S. institutions. Lindsey Graham, U.S. Senator from South Carolina, provides analysis of the Biden administration's decision to withhold munitions from Israel for its war against Hamas and responds to President Biden using executive privilege to block the release of recordings from the investigation into his mishandling of classified documents.

Tom Tiffany, Peter Breen, Jason Johnson, Erick Stakelbeck

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May 15, 2024 - Tom Tiffany, Peter Breen, Jason Johnson and Erick Stakelbeck

On today's program: TTom Tiffany, U.S. Representative for the 7th District of Wisconsin, provides an update on legislation to protect American sovereignty from the World Health Organization. Peter Breen, Executive Vice President and Head of Litigation at Thomas More Society, responds to the sentencing of a pro-life advocate following the Biden administration's weaponization of the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act. Jason Johnson, President of the Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund, discusses National Police Week, as House Republicans prepare to bring pro-law enforcement legislation to the House Floor. Erick Stakelbeck, host of Stakelbeck Tonight, provides analysis of an Iranian official's claim of that Iran has nuclear capability and discusses the latest news from Israel.

Victoria Marshall, Tommy Tuberville, Andrew Bailey, Bill Koenig

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May 14, 2024 - Victoria Marshall, Tommy Tuberville, Andrew Bailey and Bill Koenig

On today's program: Victoria Marshall, Washington Watch Correspondent, shares the latest on the war between Israel and Hamas. James Comer, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Kentucky, reveals the Chinese Communist Party's effort to infiltrate U.S. institutions and reacts to the Biden administration's announcement of new tariffs on imports from China. Tommy Tuberville, U.S. Senator from Alabama, discusses the New York City trial against former President Donald Trump and provides an update on Israel's war against Hamas. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, explains why he joined a coalition of Republican Attorneys General opposing the World Health Organization's proposed Pandemic Preparedness Agreement. Bill Koenig, Director of World Watch Daily, connects God's covenant with Abraham as outlined in Genesis with the modern nation of Israel.

Kevin Cramer, Dr. A. J. Nolte, Jack Hibbs

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May 13, 2024 - Kevin Cramer, A.J. Nolte and Jack Hibbs

On today's program: Kevin Cramer, U.S. Senator from North Dakota, reacts to the Biden administration withholding military support for Israel in its war against Hamas. Dr. A. J. Nolte, Director of the Institute for Israel Studies at Regent University, provides a history of the modern State of Israel on the eve of the 76th anniversary of its founding and explains why Christians must stand in support of Israel. Jack Hibbs, Senior Pastor of Calvary Chapel Chino Hills, highlights the upcoming Pray For and Stand With Israel Sunday on May 19 and explains the biblical mandate for Christians to support Israel.

Nathaniel Moran, Nick Reaves, John Stemberger, Dr. Owen Strachan

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May 10, 2024 - Nathaniel Moran, Nick Reaves, John Stemberger and Owen Strachan

On today's program: Nathaniel Moran, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Texas, reacts to the Biden administration's decision to halt the delivery of weapons to Israel if it invades Rafah in pursuit of Hamas terrorists. Nick Reaves, Counsel at the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty, celebrates a victory for religious liberty, as a federal appeals court ruled that a Catholic school can hire only faculty and staff that follow Catholic teachings and principles. John Stemberger, President of Liberty Counsel Action and Chairman of the Board Emeritus of Trail Life USA, discusses the Boy Scouts of America's transition to Scouting America and highlights Trail Life USA as a Christian alternative for boys. Dr. Owen Strachan, FRC's Senior Fellow at the Center for Biblical Worldview, offers a biblical worldview analysis of how the culture's hostile perception of boys and masculinity hurts both boys and girls.

Ron Johnson, David Cougle, Tommy Waller, Caroline Glick

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May 9, 2024 - Ron Johnson, David Cougle, Tommy Waller and Caroline Glick

On today's program: Ron Johnson, U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, provides an update on the effort to stop the World Health Organization's proposed Pandemic Preparedness Agreement. David Cougle, Council Member for St. Tammany Parish in Louisiana, shares about the St. Tammany Parish Council voting to replace the parish's library board to protect children from inappropriate and pornographic material. Tommy Waller, President & Founder of HaYovel, highlights The Israel Summit, taking place this month in Nashville. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, reacts to President Biden's decision to place conditions on the United States' support for Israel.

Katie Britt, Chip Roy, Steve Daines, Meg Kilgannon, Travis Weber

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May 8, 2024 - Katie Britt, Congressman Chip Roy, Steve Daines, Meg Kilgannon and Travis Weber

On today's program: Katie Britt, U.S. Senator for Alabama, provides an update on Israel's war against Hamas and shares about her upcoming pro-life initiative in the Senate. Chip Roy, U.S. Representative for the 21st District of Texas, explains the importance of the SAVE Act to prevent illegal immigrants from voting in federal elections. Steve Daines, U.S. Senator for Montana, discusses antisemitism on college campuses, including at George Washington University in Washington, DC, which he recently visited. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, provides analysis of a hearing on Capitol Hill to examine antisemitism in K-12 classrooms. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, breaks down the specifics of the Antisemitism Awareness Act.

Simcha Rothman, Chad Wolf, Mary Miller, Meg Kilgannon, Roger Marshall

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May 7, 2024 - Simcha Rothman, Chad Wolf, Mary Miller, Meg Kilgannon and Roger Marshall

On today's program: Simcha Rothman, member of the Israeli Knesset, shares the latest from Israel's war against Hamas. Chad Wolf, former Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, reacts to reports of the Biden administration's plan to bring evacuated Gazans to the United States. Mary Miller, U.S. Representative for the 15th District of Illinois, discusses Education Secretary Miguel Cardona's recent testimony before the House Committee on Education and the Workforce regarding the Biden administration's radical rewrite of Title IX. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, comments on Education Secretary Cardona's House Education Committee testimony, comments on the Boy Scouts of America's name change to Scouting America. Dr. Roger Marshall, U.S. Senator from Kansas, highlights his letter to President Biden demanding answers on why the White House is blocking aid to Israel.

Tom Cotton, Andrew Murrell, Cheryl Chumley, David Bernstein

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May 6, 2024 - Tom Cotton, Andrew Murrell, Cheryl Chumley and David Bernstein

On today's program: Tom Cotton, U.S. Senator from Arkansas, discusses the latest developments from Israel's war against Hamas and reacts to the Biden administration putting a hold on a munition shipment to Israel. Andrew Murrell, Spokesperson for the city of St. George, responds to a recent Louisiana Supreme Court ruling that allows the city of St. George to move forward with incorporation. Cheryl Chumley, Online Opinion Editor at the Washington Times, reports on the well-funded organizations coordinating the unrest at American universities. David Bernstein, Professor at George Mason University's Antonin Scalia Law School, explains what many are getting wrong about the Antisemitism Awareness Act.

Randy Weber, Gordon Chang, Gabe Kaminsky, Joseph Backholm

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May 3, 2024 - Randy Weber, Gordon Chang, Gabe Kaminsky and Joseph Backholm

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for the 14th District of Texas, reacts to the continuing anti-Israel demonstrations on college campuses and provides analysis for how this could affect upcoming elections. Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, explains how data security has emerged as the next frontier in the United States' economic rivalry with the Chinese Communist Party. Gabe Kaminsky, investigative reporter for the Washington Examiner, sheds light on the Biden administration's collusion with Leftist non-profit organizations to coordinate voter turnout for the President's re-election campaign. Joseph Backholm, FRC's Senior Fellow for Biblical Worldview and Strategic Engagement, discusses the United Methodist Church's recent vote to abandon biblical orthodoxy for LGBTQ ideology.

Mike Lawler, Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, Travis Weber, Simcha Rothman

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May 2, 2024 - Mike Lawler, Jennifer Bauwens, Travis Weber and Simcha Rothman

On today's program: Mike Lawler, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of New York, reacts to the demonstrations on U.S. college campuses and discusses the Antisemitism Awareness Act. Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, FRC's Director of the Center for Family Studies, offers analysis on what is behind the ongoing unrest on college campuses. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, provides legal analysis of the Antisemitism Awareness Act. Simcha Rothman, member of the Israeli Knesset, shares the latest from Israel and responds to rising anti-Semitism worldwide.

James Lankford, Mike Beltran, Mark Alford, Dr. Ben Carson

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May 1, 2024 - James Lankford, Mike Beltran, Mark Alford and Ben Carson

On today's program: James Lankford, U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, responds to continuing violence on college campuses and provides an update on Israel's war against Hamas. Mike Beltran, State Representative for the 70th District of Florida, celebrates Florida's heartbeat bill to protect unborn babies taking effect. Mark Alford, U.S. Representative from the 4th district of Missouri, explains why he does not support a motion to vacate House Speaker Mike Johnson. Dr. Ben Carson, famed pediatric neurosurgeon and former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, encourages Republican candidates to stand for life, highlights the upcoming National Day of Prayer, and shares about his new book The Perilous Fight.

Pete Ricketts, Liz Murrill, Chris Smith

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April 30, 2024 - Pete Ricketts, Liz Murrill and Chris Smith

On today's program: Pete Ricketts, U.S. Senator for Nebraska, discusses the latest news regarding Israel's war against Hamas, responds to threats from the Chinese Communist Party following U.S. military aid to Taiwan, and sets the record straight regarding the Biden administration's electric vehicle mandate. Liz Murrill, Louisiana Attorney General, explains why Louisiana has joined the growing list of states suing the U.S. Department of Education for their revision of Title IX rules, which include "gender identity" as a protected category. Chris Smith, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of New Jersey, reacts to House Democrats' decision to support House Speaker Mike Johnson and sheds light on efforts to stop the World Health Organization's proposed Pandemic Preparedness Agreement.

Victoria Marshall, Tim Walberg, Caroline Glick, Kathy Branzell, Mike Davis

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April 29, 2024 - Victoria Marshall, Tim Walberg, Caroline Glick, Kathy Branzell and Mike Davis

On today's program: Victoria Marshall, Washington Watch Correspondent, reports on the damage caused by severe weather throughout many U.S. states. Tim Walberg, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Michigan, responds to the continuing anti-Semitic protests on college campuses and discusses Secretary of State Antony Blinken's Middle East trip. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, reacts to reports that the International Criminal Court is preparing arrest warrants for top Israeli officials. Kathy Branzell, President of the National Day of Prayer Task Force, highlights the upcoming National Day of Prayer. Mike Davis, Founder of the Article III Project, provides an update on the lawfare effort by the Left against former President Trump.

Ben Cline, Steve Marshall, Arielle Del Turco, Owen Strachan

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April 26, 2024 - Ben Cline, Steve Marsall, Arielle Del Turco and Owen Strachan

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Ben Cline, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Virginia, responds to the continuing anti-Semitic protests on college campuses and discusses the need for earmark reform. Steve Marshall, Alabama Attorney General, highlights the lawsuit his state joined against the Biden administration for hijacking a federal law to facilitate abortions. Arielle Del Turco, FRC's Director of the Center for Religious Liberty, shares how Planned Parenthood uses U.S. tax dollars to promote abortion internationally. Owen Strachan, FRC's Senior Fellow at the Center for Biblical Worldview, offers a biblical worldview for how Christians should respond to anti-Semitism in light of the ongoing campus protests.

Victoria Marshall, Raul Labrador, David Friedman, Dr. Cade Brumley, Gary Hamrick

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April 25, 2024 - Victoria Marshall, Raul Labrador, David Friedman, Cade Brumley and Gary Hamrick

On today's program: Victoria Marshall, News Reporter for Washington Watch News, reports on the continued anti-Semitic demonstrations on U.S. college campuses. Raul Labrador, Idaho Attorney General, discusses his oral argument before the U.S. Supreme Court defending Idaho's pro-life laws. David Friedman, former U.S. Ambassador to Israel, provides analysis of the rise in anti-Semitism worldwide and in the United States and reacts to Rep. Nancy Pelosi's attack on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Dr. Cade Brumley, Louisiana State Superintendent of Education, explains why Louisiana schools will not comply with the Biden administration's Title IX revisions. Gary Hamrick, Senior Pastor of Cornerstone Chapel in Leesburg, Virginia, shares a biblical worldview on why Christians must support the state of Israel.

Michele Bachmann, Kris Kobach, Ben Toma, Jim Roguski

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April 24, 2024 - Michele Bachmann, Kris Kobach, Ben Toma and Jim Roguski

On today's program: Michele Bachmann, Dean of the Robertson School of Government at Regent University and FRC board chair, discusses House Speaker Mike Johnson's trip to Columbia University in light of the increased anti-Semitism on U.S. college campuses, and reacts to Rep. Nancy Pelosi's comments to an Irish television network about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Kris Kobach, Kansas Attorney General, shares about his effort to stop Bank of America from discriminating against Christian and conservative organizations. Ben Toma, Speaker of the House in the Arizona state legislature, provides an update on the battle to protect life in his state. Jim Roguski, author and researcher, sheds light on efforts to stop the World Health Organization's proposed Pandemic Preparedness Agreement.

Ron Estes, Ben Johnson, Jonathan Zachreson, Kim Russell

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April 23, 2024 - Ron Estes, Ben Johnson, Jonathan Zachreson and Kim Russell

On today's program: Ron Estes, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Kansas, reacts to the continued anti-Semitic violence and demonstrations taking place on U.S. college campuses and unpacks the Biden administration's latest student loan bailout scheme. Ben Johnson, Washington Stand Senior Reporter and Editor, discusses the PR crisis embroiling NPR. Jonathan Zachreson, Executive Team Member for Protect Kids California, outlines his organization's effort to protect children and sets the record straight regarding a California judge's recent decision. Kim Russell, Independent Women's Forum Ambassador, applauds the courage of the middle school athletes in West Virginia who took a stand for girls' sports.

Glenn Grothman, Yaakov Menken, Christina Bobb, Walt Heyer

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April 22, 2024 - Glenn Grothman, Yaakov Menken, Christina Bobb and Walt Heyer

On today's program: Glenn Grothman, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Wisconsin, discusses the foreign aid and national security legislation passed by the House of Representatives. Rabbi Yaakov Menken, Managing Director of the Coalition for Jewish Values, reacts to the continued anti-Semitic violence and demonstrations taking place on U.S. college campuses. Christina Bobb, Senior Counsel for Election Integrity at the Republican National Committee, shares the RNC's plan to deploy 100,000 election integrity experts to battleground states for the 2024 presidential election. Walt Heyer, FRC's Senior Fellow for Family Studies and publisher of sexchangeregret.com, provides analysis of the Left's reaction to the Cass Review, a scathing report of the National Health Service of England's gender treatments for children and young people, and corrects the record regarding the harmful effect of gender procedures on minors.

Victoria Marshall, Chris Mitchell, Eric Burlison, Meg Kilgannon, David Closson

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April 19, 2024 - Victoria Marshall, Chris Mitchell, Eric Burlison, Meg Kilgannon and David Closson

Victoria Marshall, Washington Watch News Reporter, provides an update from Capitol Hill, as the House of Representatives advances foreign aid legislation. Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports from Jerusalem following Israel's limited counterattack against Iran. Eric Burlison, U.S. Representative for the 7th District of Missouri, reacts to Israel's strike against Iran and discusses the foreign aid legislation pending before Congress. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, unpacks the revised Title IX rules released by the Biden administration, which includes "gender identity" as a protected category. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, brings a worldview approach to considering "Why Republican Parents Raise Democratic Daughters."

Mike Waltz, Roger Marshall, Victoria Marshall, Ralph Norman, Ron Johnson, Peter Schweizer

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April 18, 2024 - Michael Waltz, Roger Marshall, Victoria Marshall, Ralph Norman, Ron Johnson and Peter Schweizer

Mike Waltz, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Florida, discusses the foreign aid and national security legislation pending before Congress and explains why he opposes the motion to vacate House Speaker Mike Johnson. Dr. Roger Marshall, U.S. Senator from Kansas, reacts to the dismissal of the articles of impeachment against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas by Senate Democrats. Victoria Marshall, Washington Watch News Reporter, reports the results of the U.N. Security Council's vote to admit Palestine to the United Nations. Ralph Norman, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of South Carolina, provides an update on the World Health Organization's effort to undermine national sovereignty, free speech, and human dignity with its proposed Pandemic Preparedness Agreement. Ron Johnson, U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, furthers the conversation regarding the World Health Organization and reacts to the result of the U.N. Security Council's vote to admit Palestine to the United Nations. Peter Schweizer, President of the Government Accountability Institute and author of Blood Money, highlights the Chinese Communist Party's effort to lobby Congress on behalf of TikTok.

Victoria Marshall, Clay Higgins, Gary Palmer, Valarie Hodges, Pavel Unguryan

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April 17, 2024 - Victoria Marshall, Clay Higgins, Gary Palmer, Valarie Hodges and Pavlo Unguryan

On today's program: Victoria Marshall, Washington Watch News Reporter, reports on the U.N. Security Council's expected vote this week to admit Palestine to the United Nations. Clay Higgins, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Louisiana, discusses the articles of impeachment against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Gary Palmer, U.S. Representative from the 6th district of Alabama, provides an update on the foreign aid legislation pending before Congress and explains why he opposes the motion to vacate House Speaker Mike Johnson. Valarie Hodges, Louisiana State Senator, shares an overview of her resolution before the Louisiana Senate urging the U.S. Congress to support Israel. Pavlo Unguryan, former Member of Ukraine's Parliament, joins Tony in studio to shed light on the persecution of Christians in Ukraine by the Russian army and encourages Christians to pray for the church in Ukraine.

Lindsey Graham, Ohad Tal, Andrew Bailey, Dr. Greg Murphy

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April 16, 2024 - Lindsey Graham, Ohad Tal, Andrew Bailey and Greg Murphy

Lindsey Graham, U.S. Senator from South Carolina, responds to Iran's unprecedented direct attack on Israel and discusses the foreign aid legislation Congress will consider in response. Ohad Tal, Member of the Israeli Knesset, reacts to Iran's attack on Israel and discusses the Biden administration's weak support for his country. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, responds to a court decision requiring Planned Parenthood to turn over documents relevant to his investigation into their alleged gender treatment procedures on minors. Victoria Marshall, Washington Watch News Reporter, provides an update on the articles of impeachment sent to the U.S. Senate against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Dr. Greg Murphy, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of North Carolina, shares the details of the foreign aid funding bills for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan coming before the House of Representatives this week.

Chris Mitchell, Mark Alford, Bob Maginnis, Tony Perkins

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April 15, 2024 - Chris Mitchell, Mark Alford, Bob Maginnis and Tony Perkins

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports on the aftermath of Iran's unprecedented attack against Israel. Mark Alford, U.S. Representative from the 4th district of Missouri, shares his reaction to President Biden's insistence that the U.S. will not support an Israeli response to Iran. He also offers an update on the Israeli aid package coming before the House this week. Lt. Col. (Ret.) Bob Maginnis, FRC's Senior Fellow for National Security, answers key questions about Iran's attack on Israel. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, reacts to Iran's attack on Israel and shares about a new opportunity to pray and stand with Israel on Sunday, May 19.

Dr. Andy Harris, Cleta Mitchell, Scott Perry, David Closson

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April 12, 2024 - Andy Harris, Cleta Mitchell, Scott Perry and David Closson

On today's program: Dr. Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Maryland, discusses the reauthorization of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) passing in the House of Representatives and outlines how Republicans must message on protecting life in opposition to the extreme position of the Democrats. Cleta Mitchell, Senior Legal Fellow at Conservative Partnership Group, offers analysis of election integrity legislation championed by former President Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson to prevent non-citizens from voting and shares her story of Left's targeting her and other conservatives for their work to safeguard elections. Scott Perry, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 10th District, provides further commentary on the need for election integrity legislation and explains why House Republicans should unify against a motion to vacate the Speaker of the House. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, brings a worldview approach to considering recent issues in the news cycle involving the sanctity of life.

Chris Smith, Dr. Rich McCormick, Matthew Faraci, Dr. Jill Simons, Meg Kilgannon

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April 11, 2024 - Chris Smith, Rich McCormick, Matthew Faraci, Dr. Jill Simons and Meg Kilgannon

On today's program: Chris Smith, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of New Jersey, offers guidance for the Republican response to the Left's pro-abortion propaganda. Dr. Rich McCormick, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Georgia, addresses the growing cybersecurity threat from the Chinese Communist Party and explains why he opposes the motion to vacate the speakership for House Speaker Mike Johnson. Matthew Faraci, Gideon300 President, discusses the Biden administration's abandonment of Israel and the effect this could have on American Jewish voters. Dr. Jill Simons, Executive Director of the American College of Pediatricians, provides analysis of the Cass Review, a scathing report of the National Health Service of England's gender treatments for children and young people. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, furthers the discussion of the Cass Review and unpacks the Vatican's "Dignitas Infinita," which proclaims the Catholic Church's position on issues of human dignity.

Marsha Blackburn, Randy Weber, Jake Warner, Mike Pompeo

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April 10, 2024 - Marsha Blackburn, Randy Weber, Jake Warner and Mike Pompeo

On today's program: Marsha Blackburn, U.S. Senator from Tennessee, reacts to reports that President Biden plans to sign an executive order to reduce the flow of migrants into the country and discusses her recent trip to the border. Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for the 14th District of Texas, provides an update on Israel's war against Hamas following his recent trip to Israel and sets the record straight regarding a motion to vacate the speakership for House Speaker Mike Johnson. Jake Warner, Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel, shares the details of the Arizona Supreme Court's pro-life decision. Mike Pompeo, former U.S. Secretary of State, describes the global threats to the United States and provides analysis of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act discussions in Congress.

Ben Johnson, Mike Waltz, Lindsey Graham, Kamal Saleem, Dr. Albert Mohler

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April 9, 2024 - Ben Johnson, Michael Waltz, Lindsey Graham, Kamal Saleem and Albert Mohler

On today's program: Ben Johnson, Washington Stand Senior Reporter and Editor, reports on a Dutch study showing two out of three children who experience gender dysphoria will eventually embrace their biological sex by adulthood. Mike Waltz, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Florida, provides an update on issues facing Congress and discusses why he does not support a motion to vacate the speakership for House Speaker Mike Johnson. Lindsey Graham, U.S. Senator from South Carolina, responds to former President Trump's comments regarding abortion and shares his continued support for Israel in its war against Hamas. Kamal Saleem?, Koome Ministries President, reacts to a Michigan city rally where crowds chanted "Death to America" and warns of rising calls for jihad within the United States. Dr. Albert Mohler, President of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, unpacks the document released by the Vatican proclaiming the Catholic Church's position on issues of human dignity and responds to remarks by atheist Richard Dawkins on how "truly dreadful" it would be if Christianity were replaced with another religion.

James Lankford, Jody Hice, Phil Hotsenpiller, Caroline Glick

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April 8, 2024 - James Lankford, Jody Hice, Phil Hotsenpiller and Caroline Glick

On today's program: James Lankford, U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, discusses his recent trip to Israel and responds to former President Donald Trump's statement on life. Jody Hice, FRC Senior Vice President and former congressman, comments on the shortsighted effort to push a vote to terminate House Speaker Mike Johnson's speakership. Phil Hotsenpiller, Senior Pastor of Influence Church in Anaheim Hills, California, shares about his new book, It's Midnight in America, which encourages Christians to confront fear and embrace courage. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, provides an update on Israel's war against Hamas as the Biden administration undermines Israeli efforts.

Chris Mitchell, Andrew Clyde, Victoria Marshall, William Federer

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April 5, 2024 - Chris Mitchell, Andrew Clyde, Victoria Marshall and Bill Federer

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports from Israel following remarks from the Biden administration that undermine Israel's war against Hamas. Andrew Clyde, U.S. Representative for the 9th District of Georgia, discusses efforts in Georgia to strengthen election integrity and the Left's distorted view of election subversion. Victoria Marshall, Washington Watch News Reporter, provides an update on the Left's continued attacks on women's sports. William Federer, President of Amerisearch and host of American Minute, responds to recent remarks by atheist Richard Dawkins on living in a "culturally Christian country" and shares how America's rich Christian tradition has blessed the nation.

Gordon Chang, Samuel Rodriguez, Jenny Beth Martin, Andy Biggs

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April 4, 2024 - Gordon Chang, Samuel Rodriguez, Jenny Beth Martin and Andy Biggs

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, reacts to the NATO summit in Belgium, where Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed that Ukraine will eventually join the U.S.-led alliance. Pastor Samuel Rodriguez, President of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, provides analysis following reports that Hispanic voters increasingly identify as Protestant evangelicals. Jenny Beth Martin, Tea Party Patriots Co-Founder, discusses election integrity efforts taking place throughout the country. Andy Biggs, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Arizona, responds to recent polling that indicates voters consider immigration as the single biggest issue facing the country.

Buddy Carter, Ralph Norman, Dr. Mark Harris, David Closson

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April 3, 2024 - Buddy Carter, Ralph Norman, Mark Harris and David Closson

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Buddy Carter, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Georgia, discusses the Biden administration's misguided approach to health care and provides an update on issues facing Congress when they return from recess next week. Ralph Norman, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of South Carolina, highlights the need to stand for life in the face of attacks from the Left. Dr. Mark Harris, Senior Pastor of Trinity Baptist Church in North Carolina, unpacks the importance of election integrity initiatives. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, responds to the Left's colonizing the calendar for LGBTQ+ matters and provides a biblical worldview analysis of life issues on the ballot this November.

Matt Rosendale, Mat Staver, Trevor Carlsen, Dr. Jennifer Bauwens

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April 2, 2024 - Matt Rosendale, Mat Staver, Trevor Carlsen and Jennifer Bauwens

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Matt Rosendale, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Montana, discusses the crisis at the southern border and analyzes the impact of the Biden administration's border mismanagement throughout the country. Mat Staver, Founder and Chairman of Liberty Counsel, shares good news from Florida, where a State Supreme Court decision upheld Florida's existing 15-week ban on abortion and allows a six-week ban that the state legislature passed last year to take effect on May 1. Trevor Carlsen, Senior Research Fellow, Foundation for Government Accountability, highlights a Wisconsin ballot initiative to strengthen election integrity in the state. Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, FRC's Director of the Center for Family Studies, sheds light on what the Legacy media ignores in their coverage of gender confused children.

Tim Burchett, Bob Maginnis, Chad Ennis, Joel Penton, Colin Smothers

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April 1, 2024 - Tim Burchett, Bob Maginnis, Chad Ennis, Joel Penton and Colin Smothers

On today's program: Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative from the 2nd District of Tennessee, discusses the latest news from Israel's war against Hamas and highlights issues Congress will address when they return from recess. Lt. Col. (Ret.) Bob Maginnis, FRC's Senior Fellow for National Security, provides analysis of the United States' vulnerability to attack following ISIS-K's deadly terrorist attack on a Moscow concert hall. Chad Ennis, Vice President at Honest Elections Project, highlights a recent victory for election integrity efforts in a federal appeals court. Joel Penton, LifeWise Academy Founder and CEO, celebrates the success of LifeWise Academy's effort to teach the Bible to public school children despite attacks from the legacy media. Colin Smothers, Executive Director of Council on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood, unpacks the Left's effort to drive out religion from the public square while pushing LGBTQ ideology.

Good Friday

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March 29, 2024 - Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. Boykin

On this special Good Friday show: Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, Executive Vice President of Family Research Council, shares his personal testimony at a recent Stand Courageous national conference.

Mark Alford, Daniel Flesch, Britt Hancock, Matt Carpenter, Stephen Moore

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March 28, 2024 - Mark Alford, Daniel Flesch, Britt Hancock, Matt Carpenter and Stephen Moore

On today's program: Mark Alford, U.S. Representative from the 4th district of Missouri, reacts to former President Trump's visit to the grieving family of a fallen NYPD officer. He also responds to the Biden administration's abandonment of Israel in its war against Hamas. Daniel Flesch, President of 202 Advisors, discusses the significance of the U.N. Security Council vote demanding a ceasefire in Gaza. Britt Hancock, Founder & Director of Mountain Gateway, provides on update on how the Left in Nicaragua has jailed pastors and missionaries on trumped up charges following their successful outreach events to preach the gospel. Matt Carpenter, FRC Action Director, provides analysis of the Alabama District 10 special election and highlights the lessons it provides for pro-life candidates to speak boldly on the issue. Stephen Moore, Principal at the Committee to Unleash Prosperity and Distinguished Fellow in Economics at The Heritage Foundation, sheds light on the business impact that will result from New York State Attorney General Letitia James's targeting of former President Donald Trump's business.

Steve Scalise, Matthew Faraci, Michael Whatley, Jody Hice

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March 27, 2024 - Steve Scalise, Matthew Faraci, Michael Whatley and Jody Hice

On today's program: Steve Scalise, U.S. House Majority Leader and U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Louisiana, shares how House Republican leaders are planning to face the challenges of leading a soon to be one-seat majority. Matthew Faraci, Gideon300 President, unveils new polling showing the Biden administration's pressure campaign on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is backfiring with American voters. Michael Whatley, Chairman of the Republican National Committee, highlights the many instances where Democrats denied the results of the 2016 presidential election. Jody Hice, FRC Senior Vice President and former congressman, uncovers how the Left's cancel culture is a cover for their manipulation of the election system. He also highlights his new book, Sacred Trust.

Randy Weber, Ron Estes, Mary Szoch, Ken Blackwell

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March 26, 2024 - Randy Weber, Ron Estes, Mary Szoch and Ken Blackwell

On today's program: Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for the 14th District of Texas, discusses the tragic accident in the Port of Baltimore and highlights efforts to protect our national infrastructure. Ron Estes, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Kansas, unpacks the challenges facing Speaker Johnson in leading a divided House. Mary Szoch, FRC's Director of the Center for Human Dignity, discusses the U.S. Supreme Court oral arguments in U.S. Food & Drug Administration v. Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine. Ken Blackwell, FRC's Senior Fellow for Human Rights & Constitutional Government, offers analysis of the growing rift between Israeli leaders and the Biden administration and reacts to the news that NBC News will drop former RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel as a contributor.

Pete Sessions, Tony Perkins, Dave Brat, Scott Baller

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March 25, 2024 - Pete Sessions, Tony Perkins, Dave Brat and Scott Baller

On today's program: Pete Sessions, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Texas, comments on the United Nations Security Council's approval of a ceasefire resolution - with U.S. support - regarding the war between Israel and Hamas. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, reacts to the legacy media's meltdown over NBC News' hiring of former RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel. Dr. Dave Brat, Dean of Liberty University's School of Business, responds to First Lady Jill Biden's claim that prohibiting sexually explicit content in elementary schools is reminiscent of Nazi Germany. Scott Baller, Saturate USA Chief Operating Officer, highlights how his ministry plans to help churches "saturate" their local zip codes with gospel messages. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, previews what is at stake in the upcoming U.S. Supreme Court oral arguments challenging the FDA's unconstitutional approval of the abortion drug, mifepristone.

Robert Aderholt, Lela Gilbert, S. A. McCarthy, David Closson

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March 22, 2024 - Robert Aderholt, Lela Gilbert, S.A. McCarthy and David Closson

On today's program: Robert Aderholt, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Alabama, shares the latest on the budget debate on Capitol Hill and explains why he opposes the spending bill. He also reacts to Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's filing of a surprise motion to vacate against House Speaker Mike Johnson. Lela Gilbert, FRC's Senior Fellow for International Religious Freedom, reacts to the failed vote on the U.S.-backed U.N. resolution calling for a ceasefire and the release of the Israeli hostages and shares her thoughts on how American Christians can better support Israel. S. A. McCarthy, Washington Stand News Writer, analyzes what may have led Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar to announce his surprise resignation. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, offers his analysis on a recent POLITICO commentary arguing Christians need to reconsider their pro-life stance.

Kevin Hern, Dave Yost, Dan Schneider, Mary Szoch

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March 21, 2024 - Kevin Hern, Dave Yost, Dan Schneider and Mary Szoch

On today's program: Kevin Hern, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Oklahoma, shares an update on the minibus being considered in Congress. He also compares and contrasts the Republican Study Committee's proposed budget with the Biden White House's budget proposal. Dave Yost, Ohio Attorney General, urges the U.S. Supreme Court to create a legal test for setting the limits of presidential immunity. Dan Schneider, Media Research Center Free Speech America Vice President, uncovers many of the ways Google has interfered in American elections dating back to 2008. Mary Szoch, FRC's Director of the Center for Human Dignity, reacts to a recent Senate Judiciary Committee examining a post-Dobbs America. She also comments on a Guttmacher Institute report claiming a record number of chemical abortions in 2023 and shares powerful stories of women harmed by abortions.

James Lankford, Dr. Greg Murphy, Matt Carpenter, Dr. A. J. Nolte

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March 20, 2024 - James Lankford, Greg Murphy, Matt Carpenter and A.J. Nolte

On today's program: James Lankford, U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, recaps his recent meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as well as breaks news from the Senate's GOP Conference meeting. Dr. Greg Murphy, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of North Carolina, shares his thoughts on HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra's testimony before the House Ways and Means Committee Wednesday. He also offers an update on the impeachment proceedings against President Biden and highlights his bill banning DEI in medical schools. Matt Carpenter, FRC Action Director, shines a spotlight on FRC Action's two recent petition deliveries regarding border security and calling for an end to American funding of the UN Relief and Works Agency. Dr. A. J. Nolte, Regent University Associate Professor, unpacks the root of the ongoing crisis in Haiti and the progression that led to the collapse of the judicial system and rule of law there.

Mike Waltz, Jeff Landry, Meg Kilgannon, Gary Hamrick

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March 19, 2024 - Michael Waltz, Jeff Landry, Meg Kilgannon and Gary Hamrick

On today's program: Mike Waltz, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Florida, comments on the latest foreign policy news regarding Haiti and Cuba, as well as the continued fallout from the botched American withdrawal from Afghanistan. Jeff Landry, Governor of Louisiana, offers his assessment of Monday's oral arguments at the U.S. Supreme Court in the social media censorship case. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, reacts to WPATH's retraction of its most recent "best practices" in childhood transgender mutilation surgeries. Gary Hamrick, Senior Pastor of Cornerstone Chapel in Leesburg, Virginia, shares a biblical worldview on Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin's decision to sign a same-sex marriage bill.

Scott Perry, Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, Andrew Bailey, Frank Gaffney

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March 18, 2024 - Scott Perry, Jay Bhattacharya, Andrew Bailey and Frank Gaffney

On today's program: Scott Perry, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 10th District, reacts to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's comments regarding Democrats' criticism over his handling of the war against Hamas. Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, Professor of Health Policy at Stanford University and one of the authors of the Great Barrington Declaration, reacts to a new study assessing the COVID lessons learned. He also comments on today's U.S. Supreme Court oral argument in the social media censorship case, Murthy v. Missouri. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, recaps his oral arguments before the U.S. Supreme Court today in Murthy v. Missouri. Frank Gaffney, Center for Security Policy Executive Chairman, comments on President Biden's plan to put a port in Gaza and shares why that is a bad idea.

Tim Burchett, William Caldwell, Ken Blackwell, David Closson

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March 15, 2024 - Tim Burchett, William Caldwell, Ken Blackwell and David Closson

On today's program: Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative from the 2nd District of Tennessee, discusses the ground invasion of Hamas stronghold Rafah and reacts to Sen. Chuck Schumer's floor remarks providing a green light for Democrats to abandon Israel. Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William Caldwell, President of Georgia Military College, reacts to the U.S. Military Institute at West Point removing the phrase "duty, honor, country" from its mission statement. Ken Blackwell, FRC Action's Special Advisor for Election Integrity, offers analysis of a judge's ruling that Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis must step down from prosecuting former President Donald Trump or remove Nathan Wade as special prosecutor after the exposure of their affair. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, addresses what the Bible says about nations that support and oppose Israel and recaps other news events from a biblical worldview.

Randy Weber, Christina Bennett, Mary Szoch, Dr. Jennifer Bauwens

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March 14, 2024 - Randy Weber, Christina Bennett, Mary Szoch and Jennifer Bauwens

On today's program: Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for the 14th District of Texas, responds to Sen. Chuck Schumer's floor remarks criticizing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and discusses the Biden administration's continued meddling in the Israeli war effort against Hamas. Christina Bennett, Correspondent for Live Action News, reacts to Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign visit to an abortion facility. Mary Szoch, FRC's Director of the Center for Human Dignity, discusses a newly-released FRC study on the benefits of perinatal hospice support programs. Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, FRC's Director of the Center for Family Studies, offers analysis on the decision by England's National Health Service to ban the prescription of puberty blockers to children.

Lindsey Graham, Chris Mitchell, Amir Tsarfati

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March 13, 2024 - Lindsey Graham, Chris Mitchell and Amir Tsarfati

On today's program: Lindsey Graham, U.S. Senator from South Carolina, comments on his continued support for Israel in its war against Hamas. Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, joins Tony in Jerusalem to discuss the latest news on the Israeli war against Hamas. Amir Tsarfati, President and CEO of Behold Israel, shares his experiences in Israel since the October 7th terrorist attack by Hamas, encourages Christians to pray for Israel, and discusses his forthcoming book Discovering Daniel.

Joshua Arnold, Mike Collins, Richard Stern, Andrew Bailey, Mike Davis

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March 12, 2024 - Joshua Arnold, Mike Collins, Richard Stern, Andrew Bailey and Mike Davis

On today's program: Joshua Arnold, Washington Stand Senior Writer, reports on a federal court's decision blocking the Biden administration from diverting funds away from building a southern border wall. Mike Collins, U.S. Representative for the 10th District of Georgia, discusses the Laken Riley Act and the tragic consequences of the Biden administration's border crisis. Richard Stern, The Heritage Foundation's Director of the Grover M. Hermann Center for the Federal Budget, provides analysis of President Biden's 2025 budget proposal. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, highlights the recent court order blocking the Biden administration from illegally diverting funds away from building the border wall. Mike Davis, Founder of the Article III Project, reacts to former Special Counsel Robert Hur's testimony before Congress.

Keith Self, Gordon Chang, Victoria Cobb, Tony Perkins

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March 11, 2024 - Keith Self, Gordon Chang, Victoria Cobb and Tony Perkins

On today's program: Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, responds to President Biden's recent criticism of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and discusses Israel's ongoing war against Hamas. Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, provides analysis of the congressional response to TikTok as a threat to national security. Victoria Cobb, The Family Foundation President, comments on Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin's decision to sign a bill redefining marriage and sheds light on how this bill could be used to punish those with a biblical worldview. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, joins from Israel following his meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Tim Walberg, Ben Johnson, Mary Szoch, David Closson

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March 8, 2024 - Tim Walberg, Ben Johnson, Mary Szoch and David Closson

Tim Walberg, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Michigan, reacts to President Biden's State of the Union address. Ben Johnson, Washington Stand Senior Reporter and Editor, fact checks the many false statements in the State of the Union address. Mary Szoch, FRC's Director of the Center for Human Dignity, responds to the Biden administration placing abortion on demand until birth at the heart of the President's re-election campaign. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, provides analysis of the State of the Union address and President Biden's remarks on the "battle for the soul of the nation."

Ron Johnson, Warren Davidson, Glenn Grothman, Dr. Albert Mohler

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March 7, 2024 - Ron Johnson, Warren Davidson, Glenn Grothman and Albert Mohler

Ron Johnson, U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, provides an update on the spending bill in the Senate and shares what he expects from the State of the Union Address. Warren Davidson, U.S. Representative for the 8th District of Ohio, discusses the federal government's collusion with the banking industry to surveil American's private data. Glenn Grothman, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Wisconsin, comments on today's congressional hearing to examine the harmful effects of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion programs in higher education. Dr. Albert Mohler, President of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, responds to the Left's increased hostility to Christians participating in the political process.

Pete Ricketts, David Friedman, Lance Gooden, Matt Carpenter, Quentin Van Meter

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March 6, 2024 - Pete Ricketts, David Friedman, Lance Gooden, Matt Carpenter and Quentin Van Meter

Pete Ricketts, U.S. Senator for Nebraska, reacts to the Super Tuesday election results and offers analysis of the pending budget deals. David Friedman, former U.S. Ambassador to Israel, provides an update on Israel's war against Hamas and reacts to recent call for a cease-fire by Vice President Kamala Harris. Lance Gooden, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Texas, discusses how non-governmental organizations use millions in taxpayer funding to facilitate illegal immigration. Matt Carpenter, FRC Action Director, breaks down the Super Tuesday election results. Dr. Quentin Van Meter, former American College of Pediatricians President, comments on what secret files reveal about how the World Professional Organization for Transgender Health (WPATH) pushes gender mutilation surgeries on minors.

Mike Braun, David Spiller, Mark Krikorian, Larry Taunton

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March 5, 2024 - Mike Braun, David Spiller, Mark Krikorian and Larry Taunton

On today's program: Mike Braun, U.S. Senator from Indiana, encourages citizens in states holding primary elections to vote and comments on the spending legislation introduced in Congress. David Spiller, State Representative for the 68th District of Texas, discusses the U.S. Supreme Court decision to temporarily block a Texas law allowing state law enforcement officers to arrest illegal immigrants. Mark Krikorian, Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies, reveals how the Biden administration used secret flights to bring more than 320,000 illegal immigrants to cities throughout the country. Larry Taunton, author and columnist, reports from South America on how non-governmental agencies use millions in taxpayer funding to facilitate illegal immigration.

Kevin Hern, J. Christian Adams, Chris Gacek, Stephen Moore

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March 4, 2024 - Kevin Hern, J. Christian Adams, Chris Gacek and Stephen Moore

On today's program: Kevin Hern, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Oklahoma, reacts to the SCOTUS decision in Trump v. Anderson and discusses new legislation introduced to counter the Chinese Communist Party. J. Christian Adams, President of Public Interest Legal Foundation, offers legal analysis of the SCOTUS decision restoring Donald Trump to the Colorado ballot. Chris Gacek, Senior Fellow for Regulatory Affairs at Family Research Council, provides an overview of FRC's amicus brief in the upcoming SCOTUS chemical abortion case. Stephen Moore, Distinguished Fellow in Economics at The Heritage Foundation and a Senior Economist at FreedomWorks, warns of the threat that skyrocketing national debt poses to the U.S. economy and comments on the Left's attacks on Project 2025, the transition blueprint for the next conservative administration.

Dr. Andy Harris, Ben Johnson, Jody Hice, Brian Burch, S.A. McCarthy

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March 1, 2024 - Andy Harris, Ben Johnson, Jody Hice, Brian Burch and S.A. McCarthy

On today's program: Dr. Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Maryland, discusses the ongoing spending negotiations in Congress and reacts to recent high-profile crimes caused by the Biden administration's open border policies. Ben Johnson, Washington Stand Senior Reporter and Editor, contrasts the dueling speeches offered by President Biden and former President Trump at the southern border. Jody Hice, former Congressman and FRC Senior Vice President, parses the meaning behind the recent warning from FBI Director Christopher Wray of possible foreign interference in the upcoming presidential election. Brian Burch, President of Catholic Vote, responds to Politico's non-apology for slandering Bible-believing Christians who exercise their rights to participate in the political process. S. A. McCarthy, Washington Stand News Writer, provides analysis of the worldview behind those slandering Bible-believing Christians with the "Christian Nationalist" label.

Marsha Blackburn, Andrew Bailey, Andrew Clyde, Meg Kilgannon

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February 29, 2024 - Marsha Blackburn, Andrew Bailey, Andrew Clyde and Meg Kilgannon

On today's program: Marsha Blackburn, U.S. Senator from Tennessee, discusses the ongoing border crisis and reacts to President Biden's recent comments regarding crime. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, highlights his lawsuit against Planned Parenthood for trafficking children out of state for abortions without parental consent. Andrew Clyde, U.S. Representative for the 9th District of Georgia, provides an update on congressional budget negotiations. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, offers analysis of the consequences of the border crisis on our nation's schools.

Mike Lee, Dr. Rich McCormick, Cindy Hyde-Smith, Chris Smith

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February 28, 2024 - Mike Lee, Rich McCormick, Cindy Hyde-Smith and Chris Smith

On today's program: Mike Lee, U.S. Senator for Utah, provides an update on congressional negotiations as the deadline for a partial government shutdown approaches. Dr. Rich McCormick, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Georgia, discusses the border crisis following the recent murder of a college student by an illegal immigrant. Cindy Hyde-Smith, U.S. Senator from Mississippi, sets the record straight regarding the legislation that Senate Democrats have pushed following the recent decision from the Alabama Supreme Court upholding life. Chris Smith, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of New Jersey, provides an update on the World Health Organization's effort to undermine national sovereignty, free speech, and human dignity with its proposed Pandemic Preparedness Agreement and discusses his efforts to keep abortion funding out of PEPFAR.

Rick Scott, Ira Mehlman, Eric Johnston, David Closson

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February 27, 2024 - Rick Scott, Ira Mehlman, Eric Johnston and David Closson

Rick Scott, U.S. Senator from Florida, reacts to the meeting of congressional leaders with President Biden as the deadline for a partial government shutdown approaches. Ira Mehlman, Media Director at the Federation for American Immigration Reform, provides an overview of money and services U.S. taxpayers provide to illegal immigrants. Eric Johnston, President of the Alabama Pro-Life Coalition, unpacks the Alabama Supreme Court decision upholding the sanctity of life. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, provides analysis of how divided reactions to the Alabama Supreme Court decision stem from competing worldviews.

Ron Estes, David Friedman, Chris Smith

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February 26, 2024 - Ron Estes, David Friedman and Chris Smith

Ron Estes, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Kansas, provides an update from Congress on spending negotiations as the deadline for a partial government shutdown approaches. David Friedman, former U.S. Ambassador to Israel, reacts to Secretary of State Antony Blinken's recent remarks regarding Israel. Chris Smith, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of New Jersey, joins from Geneva, Switzerland, where he is attending the International Summit for a Future Beyond UNRWA. Todd Bensman, Senior National Security Fellow at Center for Immigration Studies, highlights the urgency of addressing the Biden border crisis following the murder of a Georgia college student by an illegal immigrant.

Matt Rosendale, Andrew Bailey, Mary Szoch, Hans von Spakovsky

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February 23, 2024 - Matt Rosendale, Andrew Bailey, Mary Szoch and Hans von Spakovsky

Matt Rosendale, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Montana, provides an update on the budget negotiations in Congress and discusses his effort to combat woke policies in the Department of Veterans' Affairs. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, shares his warning to a school district that had presented curriculum discussing gender identity and sexual orientation to students without notifying parents. Mary Szoch, FRC's Director of the Center for Human Dignity, responds to the Alabama State Supreme Court's decision upholding the sanctity of life. Hans von Spakovsky, The Heritage Foundation's Senior Legal Fellow, sheds light on the Biden administration's use of federal agencies to coordinate voter turnout for the President's re-election campaign.

Keith Self, Tim Burchett, Meg Kilgannon, Tony Perkins

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February 22, 2024 - Keith Self, Tim Burchett, Meg Kilgannon and Tony Perkins

On today's program: Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, discusses the Biden administration's latest effort to provide a student loan bailout at taxpayer expense. Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative from the 2nd District of Tennessee, reacts to widespread cellular service outages throughout the United States. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, offers analysis after the Left seized on the death of a teenager in Oklahoma to push the LGBT agenda. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, connects the Left's coordinated use of "Christian nationalism" with the rise in hostility against houses of worship.

Robert Aderholt, Joe Davis, Arielle Del Turco, Dr. A. J. Nolte

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February 21, 2024 - Robert Aderholt, Joe Davis, Arielle Del Turco and A.J. Nolte

On today's program: Robert Aderholt, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Alabama, sheds light on the expected spending battle when Congress returns to Washington and discusses his call for Nicaragua to release imprisoned pastors. Joe Davis, Legal Counsel at Becket, explains why an Indiana couple has appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court for custody of their son after he was removed from the home over their concerns about his desire to identify as female. Arielle Del Turco, FRC's Director of the Center for Religious Liberty, discusses the newly updated FRC Issue Analysis, Hostility Against Churches Is On The Rise In The United States. Dr. A. J. Nolte, Regent University Associate Professor, offers analysis of the Left's coordinated effort to use "Christian nationalism" to stoke fear for political purposes.

Nathaniel Moran, Stephen Friend, Tony Perkins, Rob Rotola

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February 20, 2024 - Nathaniel Moran, Stephen Friend, Tony Perkins and Rob Rotola

On today's program: Nathaniel Moran, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Texas, reacts to the U.S. veto of a United Nations Security Council resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza. Stephen Friend, former FBI Special Agent and Senior Fellow at Center for Renewing America, unpacks the Biden administration's weaponization of the federal government against political opponents following the arrest of Alexander Smirnov. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, joins the program from Nashville where Washington Watch with Tony Perkins received the 2024 Television Impact Award at the National Religious Broadcasters Convention and highlights the newly updated FRC Issue Analysis, Hostility Against Churches Is On The Rise In The United States. Rob Rotola, Senior Pastor of Word of Life Church is Wichita, KS, discusses the ongoing incidents of vandalism and theft at his church that have even involved physical threats and police intervention.

Scott Perry, Dr. Ingrid Skop, Britt Hancock, Carter Conlon

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February 19, 2024 - Scott Perry, Ingrid Skop, Britt Hancock and Carter Conlon

On today's program: Scott Perry, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 10th District, reacts to the arrest of FBI informant Alexander Smirnov and discusses the Biden administration's weaponization of the federal government against political opponents. Dr. Ingrid Skop, Senior Fellow and Director of Medical Affairs for the Charlotte Lozier Institute, corrects the record regarding the dangers of chemical abortion pills. Britt Hancock, Founder & Director of Mountain Gateway, provides on update on how the Left in Nicaragua has jailed pastors and missionaries on trumped up charges following their successful outreach events to preach the gospel. Pastor Carter Conlon, General Overseer of Times Square Church, shares about his recent travels throughout Nigeria and discusses the faithfulness of the Nigerian church despite brutal religious persecution.

Bob Maginnis, Mitch Prosser, Brad Wilcox, David Closson

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February 16, 2024 - Bob Maginnis, Mitch Prosser, Brad Wilcox and David Closson

On today's program: Lt. Col. (Ret.) Bob Maginnis, FRC's Senior Fellow for National Security, discusses the national security threat presented by Russian advancements in antisatellite technology and responds to the death of jailed Russian dissident Alexei Navalny. Mitch Prosser, Interim President of Palmetto Family Council, provides an update on the effort in South Carolina to pass the Help Not Harm legislation to protect children from harmful gender procedures. Brad Wilcox, Visiting Scholar at the American Enterprise Institute, highlights his new book "Get Married: Why Americans Must Defy the Elites, Forge Strong Families, and Save Civilization." David Closson, Director of FRC's Center for Biblical Worldview, considers the question of whether an open border policy is loving.

Mike Ezell, Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, Dr. Rich McCormick, Jody Hice

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February 15, 2024 - Mike Ezell, Jennifer Bauwens, Rich McCormick and Jody Hice

On today's program: Mike Ezell, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Mississippi, discusses the continued silence from authorities in Houston regarding the many unanswered questions from the Lakewood Church shooting. Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, FRC's Director of the Center for Family Studies, offers analysis on the Left's coordinated fear tactics in response to efforts to protect children from harmful gender procedures. Dr. Rich McCormick, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Georgia, shares the latest on the national security threat emerging from Russia and the effort to secure the southern border. Jody Hice, former Congressman and FRC Action President, responds to the timing of the national security threat warning issued by the House Intelligence Committee chairman.

Jerry Boykin, Mike Waltz, Ben Johnson, Randy Weber, Andrew Bailey, Warren Davidson

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February 14, 2024 - Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. Boykin, Michael Waltz, Ben Johnson, Randy Weber, Andrew Bailey and Warren Davidson

On today's program: Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, Executive Vice President of Family Research Council, offers analysis regarding the "serious" national security threat warning issued by the House Intelligence Committee chairman. Mike Waltz, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Florida, discusses the congressional briefing on what has been described as a "serious national security threat" and responds to the impeachment vote for Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Ben Johnson, Washington Stand Senior Reporter and Editor, reports on the latest developments regarding the Lakewood Church shooting in Houston. Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for the 14th District of Texas, unpacks the ongoing investigation into the church shooting in Houston, Texas and addresses the many unanswered questions regarding the suspected shooter. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, responds to a court decision requiring Planned Parenthood to turn over documents relevant to his investigation into their alleged gender treatment procedures on minors. Warren Davidson, U.S. Representative for the 8th District of Ohio, explains his call for reform of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) to prevent warrantless spying on U.S. citizens. Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, Executive Vice President of Family Research Council, offers analysis regarding the "serious" national security threat warning issued by the House Intelligence Committee chairman.

Josh Brecheen, E.J. Antoni, Doreen Denny, Dr. Jennifer Bauwens

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February 13, 2024 - Josh Brecheen, E. J. Antoni, Doreen Denny and Jennifer Bauwens

On today's program: Josh Brecheen, U.S. Representative for Oklahoma's 2nd District, responds to the Senate's passage of a foreign aid bill that includes more than $60 billion for Ukraine without addressing the crisis at the southern border. E. J. Antoni, The Heritage Foundation's research fellow in regional economics, examines the lasting economic impact of the 9/11 terrorist attack as the border crisis leaves the U.S. vulnerable to similar threats. Doreen Denny, Senior Director of Government Relations for Concerned Women for America, reacts to the resignation of an NCAA official over the organization's radical policy allowing men to compete in women's sports. Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, FRC's Director of the Center for Family Studies, offers analysis as details continue to emerge from the church shooting in Houston, Texas.

Ron Johnson, Tim Burchett, Tim Miller, Keith Self

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February 12, 2024 - Ron Johnson, Tim Burchett, Tim Miller and Keith Self

On today's program: Ron Johnson, U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, shares an update on the Senate bill that would sever Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan aid from the border reforms House Republicans demand. Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative from the 2nd District of Tennessee, unpacks how DEI efforts at the Federal Aviation Administration distract from public safety. Tim Miller, Lionheart International Services Group President and Founder, reacts to the church shooting in Houston, Texas and discusses the increased pattern of attacks on houses of worship. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, addresses the Biden administration's tactics to undermine the Israeli effort to eliminate Hamas.

Andy Biggs, Joel Griffith, Lela Gilbert, Jeff Clark

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February 9, 2024 - Andy Biggs, Joel Griffith, Lela Gilbert and Jeff Clark

On today's program: Andy Biggs, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Arizona, reacts to the Senate's advancement of a supplemental spending bill for Ukraine without border security provisions. Joel Griffith, The Heritage Foundation's Research Fellow, discusses the Congressional Budget Office's deficit projections that forecast an additional $19 trillion dollars of debt by 2034. Lela Gilbert, FRC's Senior Fellow for International Religious Freedom, evaluates the Biden administration's handling of the war between Israel and Hamas. Jeff Clark, Senior Fellow and Director of Litigation at the Center for Renewing America, unpacks Special Counsel Robert Hur's report on President Biden's mishandling of classified material and provides legal analysis of a corrupted justice system that renders different judgments based on one's political party.

Tommy Tuberville, Jeff Clark, John Kindt, Caroline Glick

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February 8, 2024 - Tommy Tuberville, Jeff Clark, John Kindt and Caroline Glick

On today's program: Tommy Tuberville, U.S. Senator from Alabama, provides an update on the Senate's advancement of a supplemental spending bill for Israel and Ukraine without border security provisions. Jeff Clark, Senior Fellow and Director of Litigation at the Center for Renewing America, offers analysis of the oral arguments heard in the U.S. Supreme Court case of Trump v. Anderson. John Kindt, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Professor Emeritus of Business Administration, discusses the troubling effects of state-sanctioned sports gambling. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, addresses the Biden administration's tactics to undermine the Israeli effort to eliminate Hamas.

Matt Gaetz, Buddy Carter, Vincent Wagner, David Closson

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February 7, 2024 - Matt Gaetz, Buddy Carter, Vincent Wagner and David Closson

On today's program: Matt Gaetz, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Florida, reacts to the Biden administration's attempt to pressure Amazon to censor books and shares about the recent hearing by House Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government on AI censorship. Buddy Carter, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Georgia, provides an update from Congress on the effort to impeach Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and pass a bill to provide support to Israel. Vincent Wagner, Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel, unpacks the story of a mother in New York State suing her local school district for lying to her about her daughter's gender confusion. David Closson, Director of FRC's Center for Biblical Worldview, discusses how Christians should navigate attempts at deception.

Randy Weber, Ralph Norman, Akila Yusuf, Mike Lee

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February 6, 2024 - Randy Weber, Ralph Norman, Akila Yusuf and Mike Lee

On today's program: Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for the 14th District of Texas, reacts to the vote to impeach Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and discusses why he supports an aid package for Israel. Ralph Norman, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of South Carolina, shares why he's called to secure the southern border before sending aid to Israel. Akila Yusuf, Pastor of House on the Rock, Nigeria, explains why the persecution of Christians in Nigeria warrants adding Nigeria to the United States' Countries of Particular Concern list. Mike Lee, U.S. Senator for Utah, offers his analysis of the proposed Senate border legislation.

James Lankford, Chris Smith

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February 5, 2024 - James Lankford and Chris Smith

On today's program: James Lankford, U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, discusses the $118 billion Senate legislation that pairs funding to secure the southern border with aid to Israel and Ukraine. Chris Smith, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of New Jersey, provides an update on the World Health Organization's effort to undermine national sovereignty, free speech, and human dignity with its proposed Pandemic Preparedness Agreement. He also discusses his legislation to block U.S. funding from UNRWA following reports that its staff participated in the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel, and addresses the increased persecution of Christians in Nigeria and elsewhere throughout the world.

Stephen Moore, Joshua Arnold, Tim Burchett, Chad Ennis, Vernadette Broyles

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February 2, 2024 - Stephen Moore, Joshua Arnold, Tim Burchett, Chad Ennis and Vernadette Broyles

On today's program: Stephen Moore, Distinguished Fellow in Economics at The Heritage Foundation and a Senior Economist at FreedomWorks, analyzes the red states' response to the Biden border crisis and reacts to President Biden blaming supermarkets for the effect of inflation on the price of groceries. Joshua Arnold, Washington Stand Senior Writer, unpacks the latest revelations regarding UNRWA's support for Hamas. Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative from the 2nd District of Tennessee, discusses President Biden's executive order imposing sanctions on Israeli citizens. Chad Ennis, Vice President at Honest Elections Project, corrects the record regarding ranked-choice voting and previews an election integrity workshop taking place in March. Vernadette Broyles, President and General Counsel of Child and Parental Rights Campaign, explains how parents and the church must respond to the encroachment on parental rights from LGBT activists.

Kevin Stitt, Mark Alford, Tristan Azbej, Britt Hancock

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February 1, 2024 - Kevin Stitt, Mark Alford, Tristan Azbej and Britt Hancock

On today's program: Kevin Stitt, Governor of Oklahoma, explains why he supports Texas Governor Greg Abbott's effort to end the invasion at the Southern Border. Mark Alford, U.S. Representative from the 4th district of Missouri, responds to a federal jury convicting pro-life Christians for advocating for life and shares his thoughts on yesterday's National Gathering for Prayer & Repentance. Tristan Azbej, Hungary State Secretary for the Aid of Persecuted Christians and the Hungary Helps Program, shares why his country's thousand-year Christian heritage compels its state government to assist Christians facing persecution throughout the world. Britt Hancock, Founder & Director of Mountain Gateway, discusses how the Left in Nicaragua has jailed pastors and missionaries on trumped up charges following their successful outreach events to preach the Gospel.

Gary Palmer, Meg Kilgannon, Arielle Del Turco, Ohad Tal

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January 31, 2024 - Gary Palmer, Meg Kilgannon, Arielle Del Turco and Ohad Tal

On today's program: Gary Palmer, U.S. Representative from the 6th district of Alabama, discusses the House Homeland Security Committee approving two articles of impeachment for Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and provides an update on the border security negotiations. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, unpacks the story of Montana parents who say they lost custody of their teenage daughter after opposing her desire to identify as a boy. Arielle Del Turco, FRC's Director of the Center for Religious Liberty, highlights a new FRC report that catalogs incidents of Christian persecution in the West. Ohad Tal, Member of the Israeli Knesset, shares from his message this morning at the National Gathering for Prayer & Repentance and discusses the relationship between Israel and the United States.

Kevin Cramer, Scott Perry, Ken Klukowski, Jack Hibbs

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January 30, 2024 - Kevin Cramer, Scott Perry, Ken Klukowski and Jack Hibbs

On today's program: Kevin Cramer, U.S. Senator from North Dakota, discusses the influence the Chinese Communist Party wields on authoritarian regimes such as Iran and how Congress should respond. Scott Perry, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 10th District, calls for the U.S. to end taxpayer spending on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) following the release of evidence that UNRWA employees participated in the October 7 terrorist attack. Ken Klukowski, a former lawyer in the White House and Department of Justice, offers analysis of recent remarks from U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar that have raised questions regarding her loyalties. Jack Hibbs, Senior Pastor of Calvary Chapel Chino Hills, highlights the upcoming National Gathering for Prayer & Repentance.

Mike Waltz, Jerry Boykin, Dan Patrick, Kyle Campbell

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January 29, 2024 - Michael Waltz, Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. Boykin, Dan Patrick and Kyle Campbell

On today's program: Mike Waltz, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Florida, reacts to the drone attack that killed three U.S. troops in Jordan. Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, Executive Vice President of Family Research Council, offers analysis for how the Biden administration should respond to the deadly attack on U.S. troops. Dan Patrick, Lieutenant Governor of Texas, provides an update on the showdown between the state of Texas and the Biden administration regarding the invasion at the southern border and reacts to President Biden's decision to delay permitting for natural gas export facilities. Kyle Campbell, creator and host of Politically Basic, corrects the media narrative regarding religious "nones" in America and discusses how Christians can reach this cohort with the truth.

Randy Weber, Jennifer Poirier, Jason Snead, Neha Sahgal, David Closson

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January 26, 2024 - Randy Weber, Jennifer Poirier, Jason Snead, Neha Sahgal and David Closson

On today's program: Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for the 14th District of Texas, discusses the role Congress must play in the showdown between the state of Texas and the Biden administration regarding the invasion at the southern border. Jennifer Poirier, State Representative for the 70th District of Maine, explains why the state's House Judiciary Committee scrapped a bill to turn Maine into a sanctuary state for minors suffering from gender dysphoria. Jason Snead, Executive Director of the Honest Elections Project, provides an overview from his new report, "Safeguarding Our Elections." Neha Sahgal, Vice President for Pew Research Center, shares details from new Pew Research Center data on Religious "Nones" in America. David Closson, Director of FRC's Center for Biblical Worldview, discusses how Christians and the church can bring religious "nones" into fellowship with believers.

Chris Smith, Dr. Dawn Buckingham, Ken Klukowski, Ron Johnson

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January 25, 2024 - Chris Smith, Dawn Buckingham, Ken Klukowski and Ron Johnson

On today's program: Chris Smith, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of New Jersey, talks about Democrats' abortion extremism, along with the World Health Organization's aggressive promotion of abortion and proposed partnership with the radically pro-abortion Center for Reproductive Rights. Dr. Dawn Buckingham, Texas Land Commissioner, discusses the showdown between the state of Texas and the Biden administration regarding the invasion at the southern border. Ken Klukowski, a former lawyer in the White House and Department of Justice, offers legal analysis of the constitutional standing of the State of Texas as Governor Greg Abbott attempts to secure the state's border with Mexico. Ron Johnson, U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, shares an update on the Senate border security negotiations and warns against the World Health Organization's latest power grab attempt.

Pete Ricketts, Jeff Helfrich, Andy Brenner, Dr. Rich McCormick

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January 24, 2024 - Pete Ricketts, Jeff Helfrich, Andy Brenner and Rich McCormick

On today's program: Pete Ricketts, U.S. Senator from Nebraska, provides an update on Senate border security negotiations as the border crisis rises as the top priority for U.S. voters. Jeff Helfrich, Oregon House Minority Leader, explains why lawmakers in Oregon want to re-criminalize illicit drugs this legislative session. Andy Brenner, Senator for the 19th Senate District of Ohio, celebrates the Ohio Senate's successful vote to override Governor Mike DeWine's veto of the Save Adolescents from Experimentation Act (HB 68). Dr. Rich McCormick, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Georgia, responds to the pro-abortion rally President Biden held in Virginia as the Democrats appear poised to make killing the unborn a central theme of the 2024 elections.

Roger Marshall, Dr. Andy Harris, Chris Gacek, Caroline Glick

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January 23, 2024 - Roger Marshall, Andy Harris, Chris Gacek and Caroline Glick

On today's program: Dr. Roger Marshall, U.S. Senator from Kansas, provides an update on the Senate border security negotiations and corrects the record regarding President Biden's warnings of threats to democracy. Dr. Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Maryland, reacts to the Biden administration's pro-abortion rallies and encourages Republicans to continue their messaging on protecting life. Chris Gacek, FRC's Senior Fellow for Regulatory Affairs, provides an overview of Family Research Council's written comment following the Biden administration's request for comments on the World Health Organization's proposed Pandemic Preparedness Agreement. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, offers analysis regarding the Biden administration's tactics to pressure Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Marsha Blackburn, Blaine Luetkemeyer, Travis Weber, Mark Robinson

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January 22, 2024 - Marsha Blackburn, Blaine Luetkemeyer, Travis Weber and Mark Robinson

On today's program: Marsha Blackburn, U.S. Senator from Tennessee, provides an update on Senate border negotiations and discusses her re-introduction of the Woman's Right To Know Act. Blaine Luetkemeyer, U.S. Representative from the 3rd District of Missouri, provides analysis of requests by federal officials for banks to provide information on customers who purchased religious texts, including the Bible. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, sounds the alarm on the World Health Organization's effort to partner with the Center for Reproductive Care. Mark Robinson, Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina, encourages Republicans to campaign on a message of protecting life.

Sarah Holliday, Mary Szoch, Ken Blackwell, Travis Weber, Macy Petty

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January 19, 2024 - Sarah Holliday, Mary Szoch, Ken Blackwell, Travis Weber and Macy Petty

On today's program: Sarah Holliday, Reporter for the Washington Stand, shares about the atmosphere at the 2024 March for Life. Mary Szoch, FRC's Director of the Center for Human Dignity, shines a light on '4 Ways Republicans Should Talk about Life in 2024.' Ken Blackwell, FRC Action's Special Advisor for Election Integrity, gives an overview of election integrity efforts around the nation. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, shares the latest on the World Health Organization and FRC Action's campaign against its latest power grab. Macy Petty, NCAA Division 2 volleyball player, speaks out against the NCAA's dismissive attitude towards female athletes.

Larry Taunton, Bob Fu, Kevin Hern, Dr. Ben Carson

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January 18, 2024 - Larry Taunton, Bob Fu, Kevin Hern and Ben Carson

On today's program: Larry Taunton, author and columnist, shares what he saw at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Bob Fu, Founder and President of China Aid Association and FRC's Senior Fellow for International Religious Freedom, discusses his testimony before Congress regarding the transnational repression threats to homeland security. Kevin Hern, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Oklahoma, provides an update on the budget negotiations on Capitol Hill and previews the work ahead for Congress. Dr. Ben Carson, famed pediatric neurosurgeon and former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, responds to legacy media attacks on Christians engaged in the political process as the 2024 elections approach.

Robert Aderholt, Dr. Robert Malone, Kristina Roegner, Jim Roguski, Glenn Grothman

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January 17, 2024 - Meg Kilgannon, Robert Aderholt, Robert Malone, Kristina Roegner, Jim Roguski and Glenn Grothman

Robert Aderholt, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Alabama, reacts to the White House budget meeting featuring President Biden and House and Senate Leaders and provides an update on border security negotiations in Congress. Robert Malone, Chief Medical and Regulatory Officer for The Unity Project, unpacks reports of Chinese scientists using gain-of-function research to develop a new deadly strain of Covid. Kristina Roegner, State Senator for the 27th District of Ohio, shares an update on the Ohio Senate's scheduled vote to override Governor Mike DeWine's veto of the Save Adolescents from Experimentation Act (HB 68). Jim Roguski, member of the Law & Activism Committee at the World Council for Health, discusses the World Health Organization's effort to undermine national sovereignty, free speech, and human dignity with its proposed Pandemic Preparedness Agreement. Glenn Grothman, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Wisconsin, addresses the growing backlog of more than a million court cases for migrant asylum seekers.

Buddy Carter, Jonathan Gilliam, Gordon Chang, Chris Gacek, Brent Keilen

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January 16, 2024 - Buddy Carter, Jonathan Gilliam, Gordon Chang, Chris Gacek and Brent Keilen

Buddy Carter, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Georgia, provides an update on the border security and budget negotiations taking place in Congress. Jonathan Gilliam, former FBI agent and former Navy Seal, responds to lawlessness from the Left, including a recent attempt to breach the White House gates by anti-Israel protesters. Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, provides analysis on the election of a new president of Taiwan and sheds light on possible responses from China. • Chris Gacek, FRC's Senior Fellow for Regulatory Affairs, provides an overview of the World Health Organization's effort to undermine national sovereignty, free speech, and human dignity with its proposed Pandemic Preparedness Agreement. Brent Keilen, FRC Action's Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, reacts to the Iowa Caucus election results and previews the upcoming presidential primary elections.

August Pfluger, Chad Connelly, Matt Huffman, David Closson

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January 15, 2024 - August Pfluger, Chad Connelly, Matt Huffman and David Closson

August Pfluger, U.S. Representative for the 11th District of Texas, provides an update on the budget and border security negotiations on Capitol Hill. Chad Connelly, Founder of Faith Wins, joins the program from Iowa, where the first-in-the-nation Iowa Caucus will kick off the 2024 presidential primary election season. Matt Huffman, President of the Ohio Senate, shares an update on the Ohio Senate's scheduled vote to override Governor Mike DeWine's veto of the Save Adolescents from Experimentation Act (HB 68). David Closson, Director of FRC's Center for Biblical Worldview, discusses what Christians should consider when casting their ballot.

Bob Maginnis, Matt Carpenter, Becky Gerritson, Bryan Hughes, Tyler O'Neil

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January 12, 2024 - Bob Maginnis, Matt Carpenter, Becky Gerritson, Bryan Hughes and Tyler O'Neil

On today's program: Bob Maginnis, FRC's Senior Fellow for National Security, responds to the U.S.-led airstrike on the Iran-backed Houthi militant group in Yemen. Matt Carpenter, FRC Action Director, breaks down the 2024 Iowa Caucus and provides an overview of the 2024 election season. Becky Gerritson, Executive Director of the Alabama Eagle Forum, celebrates the decision by a federal appeals court to allow enforcement of Alabama's law protecting children from gender procedures. Bryan Hughes, State Senator for the 1st District of Texas, discusses the decision by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to block U.S. Border Patrol agents from an area near the southern border. Tyler O'Neil, Managing Editor of The Daily Signal, reports on a leaked video revealing federal agencies coordinated with the Southern Poverty Law Center to silence Americans.

Roger Marshall, Andrew Bailey, Jim Garlow, Stephen Moore, Meg Kilgannon

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January 11, 2024 - Roger Marshall, Andrew Bailey, Jim Garlow, Stephen Moore and Meg Kilgannon

Dr. Roger Marshall, U.S. Senator from Kansas, discusses the latest on border security and Ukraine funding negotiations, shares details of his resolution of no confidence in Dept. of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, and provides an overview of his letter to the Dept. of Health & Human Services regarding a proposed rule that would force foster parents to accept extreme gender ideology. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, responds to a ruling from the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals holding that Missouri can sue China for certain unlawful actions it took with respect to COVID-19 and unpacks his testimony before the House Homeland Security Committee as it considers the impeachment of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas. Dr. Jim Garlow, Well Versed Founder and CEO, highlights the upcoming National Gathering for Prayer & Repentance. Stephen Moore, Distinguished Fellow in Economics at The Heritage Foundation and a Senior Economist at FreedomWorks, offers analysis of the budget agreement Speaker of the House Mike Johnson is currently negotiating. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, reacts to former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie suspending his presidential campaign and looks ahead to the upcoming vote in the Ohio Senate to override Governor Mike DeWine's veto of the Save Adolescents from Experimentation Act (HB 68).

Michael Guest, Sam Brownback, Walt Heyer, Ben Johnson

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January 10, 2024 - Michael Guest, Sam Brownback, Walt Heyer and Ben Johnson

Michael Guest, U.S. Representative for 3rd District of Mississippi, discusses the House Homeland Security Committee's first impeachment hearing for Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas. Sam Brownback, former U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom, shares about his recent trip to Israel, calls attention to the Biden administration leaving Nigeria off its "Countries of Particular Concern" despite the continuing persecution of Christians within its borders, and previews the upcoming IRF Summit in Washington, DC. Walt Heyer, FRC's Senior Fellow for Family Studies and publisher of sexchangeregret.com, responds to the Ohio House's vote to override Governor Mike DeWine's veto of the Save Adolescents from Experimentation Act (HB 68). Ben Johnson, Washington Stand Senior Reporter and Editor, reveals the Biden administration's plan to adopt a dangerous international accord that gives the World Health Organization (WHO) greater control of the way the U.S. responds to global health pandemics.

MIke Ezell, Gene Schaerr, Gary Click, Kate Anderson

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January 9, 2024 - Mike Ezell, Gene Schaerr, Gary Click and Kate Anderson

On today's program: Mike Ezell, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Mississippi, discusses the upcoming impeachment hearing for Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas and offers an update on the ongoing border security negotiations. Gene Schaerr, Partner at Schaerr Jaffe LLP, provides legal analysis following former President Donald Trump's appearance before a federal appeals court. Gary Click, State Representative for the 88th District of Ohio, shares an update on the Ohio House's scheduled vote to override Governor Mike DeWine's veto of the Save Adolescents from Experimentation Act (HB 68). Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, responds to the rise in political violence across the United States. Kate Anderson, Director of Alliance Defending Freedom's Center for Parental Rights, unpacks ADF's lawsuit on behalf of Michigan parents whose middle-school daughter was treated as a boy at school without their knowledge or consent.

Mark Alford, Dave Yost, Tony Perkins, Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin

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January 8, 2024 - Mark Alford, Dave Yost, Tony Perkins and Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. Boykin

On today's program: Mark Alford, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Missouri, weighs in on the border security negotiations and reacts to growing calls for U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to resign following his failure to notify President Biden of his hospitalization. Dave Yost, Ohio Attorney General, discusses the amicus brief that 27 state attorneys general filed in support of former President Donald Trump's appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court following his removal from Colorado's presidential primary ballot. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, joins the program from Baton Rouge, La., where he delivered the inaugural prayer for Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry. Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, Executive Vice President of Family Research Council, responds to U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin's failure to notify the White House of his hospitalization and provides analysis of Secretary Austin's performance as Secretary of Defense.

Ron Estes, Jason Snead, Carol Swain, Bishop Garland Hunt, Chris Kachouroff,

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January 5, 2024 - Ron Estes, Jason Snead, Carol Swain, Garland Hunt and Chris Kachouroff

On today's program: Ron Estes, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Kansas, reacts to President Biden's campaign speech in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, and shares details from his recent trip to the southern border. Jason Snead, Executive Director of the Honest Elections Project, provides an update on efforts to ensure election integrity as the 2024 elections approach. Dr. Carol Swain, Senior Fellow at the Institute for Faith and Culture, responds to evidence that her academic scholarship was plagiarized by former Harvard University President Claudine Gay and sets the record straight regarding Gay's resignation. Bishop Garland Hunt, Senior Pastor of The Father's House in Norcross, Georgia, shares his vision for the Douglass Leadership Institute now that he follows Dean Nelson as its President and reacts to details from the arrest of Harrison Floyd. Chris Kachouroff, attorney for Trump 2020 Campaign Aide Harrison Floyd, discusses his client's recent arrest and the two-tiered system of justice he believes his client is facing.

Samantha Dravis, Dave Yost, Robert Malone, Mike Johnson

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January 4, 2024 - Samantha Dravis, Robert Malone, Dave Yost and Mike Johnson

On today's program: Samantha Dravis, Chief Operating Officer & Principal of AxAdvocacy, discusses the Left's tactic of seeking to remove GOP candidates from the ballot. Robert Malone, Chief Medical and Regulatory Officer for The Unity Project, reacts to reports that the highest number of kindergartners on record received vaccine waivers this year and offers analysis of what's behind the growing public skepticism of vaccines. Dave Yost, Ohio Attorney General, shares how the Biden administration's "whole-of-government" approach to enact policies encourages federal agencies to operate outside the powers granted by the U.S. Constitution. Mike Johnson, Speaker of the House and U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Louisiana, provides an update following his trip to the border and discusses how the need for border security will affect spending negotiations on Capitol Hill throughout January.

Chris Mitchell, Tim Durkee, Meg Kilgannon, Albert Mohler

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January 3, 2024 - Chris Mitchell, Tim Durkee, Meg Kilgannon and Albert Mohler

On today's program: Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports from Jerusalem with the latest news on the Israeli war against Hamas. Dr. Tim Durkee, Alderman for the Ward 1 of Rocklin, IL, discusses how the Biden administration's mismanagement of the border has created crises for local governments throughout the United States. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, discusses the potential impact Ohio Governor Mike DeWine's veto of HB 68 will have for girls' and women's sports in Ohio and encourages residents of Ohio to contact their state representatives and urge them to override the veto. Dr. Albert Mohler, President of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, offers analysis on GOP presidential candidate Chris Christie's shifting views on same-sex marriage and calls for Christian pastors and leaders to speak clearly on biblical issues.

Robert Aderholt, Jeff Clark, Jay Bhattacharya, Gary Click, Jennifer Bauwens

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January 2, 2024 - Robert Aderholt, Jeff Clark, Jay Bhattacharya, Gary Click and Jennifer Bauwens

On today's program: Robert Aderholt, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Alabama, discusses his upcoming trip to the southern border with House Speaker Mike Johnson. Jeff Clark, Senior Fellow and Director of Litigation for the Center for Renewing America, provides analysis of the Left's effort to hijack the legal system and undermine elections. Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, Professor of Health Policy at Stanford University and one of the authors of the Great Barrington Declaration, responds to the admission by Francis Collins-the former head of the National Institutes of Health and the current Science Adviser to the President-that the NIH exhibited "narrowmindedness" in its response to COVID-19. Gary Click, State Representative for the 88th District of Ohio, provides an update on his state's Save Adolescents from Experimentation Act (HB 68), now that Ohio Governor Mike DeWine vetoed this legislation. Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, FRC's Director of the Center for Family Studies, unpacks Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine's decision to veto HB 68, and encourages legislators in Ohio to override his veto.

Dr. George Barna, Kevin Beall, Nina Keegan, Dr. Richard Klucznik, Dr. Kenyn Cureton

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January 1, 2024 - George Barna, Kevin Beall, Nina Keegan, Richard Klucznik and Kenyn Cureton

On today's program: Dr. George Barna, Senior Research Fellow for FRC's Center for Biblical Worldview, answers the question: why does the Bible matter? Kevin Beall, Associate Pastor of Bethesda Church in Damascus, Maryland, shares why his church participates in FRC's Stand on the Word Two Year Bible Reading Plan. Nina Keegan and Dr. Richard Klucznik share why their family participates in FRC's Stand on the Word Bible Reading Plan. Dr. Kenyn Cureton, FRC's Vice President for Christian Resources, encourages audience participation in FRC's Bible reading plan.

Dr. James Dobson, Dr. Jerry Regier, Gary Bauer, Michele Bachmann

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December 29, 2023 - James Dobson, Jerry Regier, Gary Bauer and Michele Bachmann

On today's program: Dr. James Dobson, FRC's founder, shares how then-President Jimmy Carter's 1980 White House Conference on Families inspired the formation of FRC. Dr. Jerry Regier, FRC's first president, talks about the initial vision for FRC. Gary Bauer, FRC's second president, comments on why FRC must stand for truth amid a blizzard of lies. Michele Bachmann, Dean of the Robertson School of Government at Regent University and FRC board chairman, offers her take on what the Church needs to be doing in this time of great challenge.

Riley Gaines, Josh Hawley, Erin Hawley

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December 28, 2023 - Riley Gaines, Josh Hawley and Erin Hawley

On today's program: Riley Gaines, Independent Women's Forum Ambassador, talks about the bigger picture behind the battle over female sports and offers concrete solutions. Josh Hawley, U.S. Senator from Missouri, and Erin Hawley, Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel and Vice President of the Center for Life and Regulatory Practice, discuss the challenges facing conservatives and the tremendous opportunity they have to stand boldly.

Jim Banks, Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, Chief (Ret.) Rocky Rogers

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December 27, 2023 - Jim Banks, Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. Boykin and Rocky Rogers

On today's program: Jim Banks, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Indiana; Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, FRC's Executive Vice President, and Chief (Ret.) Rocky Rogers talk about how to de-woke the Pentagon and return the military's focus back to its mission.

Amy Atterberry, Andrew Bailey, Brandon Showalter, and Jennifer Bauwens

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December 26, 2023 - Amy Atterberry, Andrew Bailey, Brandon Showalter and Jennifer Bauwens

On today's program: Parent activist Amy Atterberry, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey, Christian Post reporter Brandon Showalter, and FRC's Director of the Center for Family Studies, Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, debunk the lies and dangers of gender ideology.

Nathaniel Moran and Mary Miller

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December 25, 2023 - Nathaniel Moran and Mary Miller

On today's program: Nathaniel Moran, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Texas, and Mary Miller, U.S. Representative for the 15th District of Illinois, in special one-on-one interviews with Tony, share about their Christian faith and how it informs their public service. They talk about their personal stories, their spiritual journeys, and how faith influenced their path into politics and the work they do in government.

Mark Alford and Michael Cloud

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December 22, 2023 - Mark Alford and Michael Cloud

On today's program: Mark Alford, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Missouri, and Michael Cloud, U.S. Representative for the 27th District of Texas, in special one-on-one interviews with Tony, share about their Christian faith and how it informs their public service. They talk about their personal stories, their spiritual journeys, and how faith influenced their path into politics and the work they do in government.

Tim Walberg, Tony Perkins, Randy Wilson, Chloe Cole, Meg Kilgannon

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December 21, 2023 - Tim Walberg, Tony Perkins, Randy Wilson, Chloe Cole and Meg Kilgannon

On today's program: Tim Walberg, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Michigan, provides a preview of the congressional negotiations upcoming in January, reacts to the latest news on former President Trump's removal from the Colorado primary ballot, and sets the record straight regarding American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten's claim that school choice "undermines democracy." Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, offers analysis for how Christians should respond to the Colorado State Supreme Court's ruling declaring former President Donald Trump ineligible for Colorado's 2024 primary ballot. Randy Wilson, FRC's Director of Men's Ministries, responds to a media attack on House Speaker Mike Johnson for encouraging his children to follow biblical values. Chloe Cole discusses why Ohio Governor Mike DeWine should sign the Save Adolescents from Experimentation Act (HB 68). Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, provides action items and encourages residents of Ohio to contact Governor Mike DeWine and urge him to sign HB 68.

Mike Davis, Ron Estes, Mark Dannels, Bob Maginnis, Gordon Chang

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December 20, 2023 - Mike Davis, Ron Estes, Mark Dannels, Bob Maginnis and Gordon Chang

On today's program: Mike Davis, Founder of the Article III Project, reacts to the Colorado State Supreme Court's ruling declaring former President Donald Trump ineligible for Colorado's 2024 primary ballot. Ron Estes, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Kansas, comments on the Colorado Supreme Court's decision and the Left's hijacking of the legal system to undermine elections. Mark Dannels, Sheriff of Cochise County, Arizona, provides an update from his community, where migrants have overwhelmed the U.S. Border Patrol. Bob Maginnis, FRC's Senior Fellow for National Security, discusses the increased attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea by the Iran-backed Houthi militant group. Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, examines the economic impact of the Houthi attacks on commercial ships and explains how China's purchase of Iranian oil enables such attacks.

Randy Weber, Peter Vlaming, Chris Schandevel, Gary Click, Dr. Jennifer Bauwens

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December 19, 2023 - Randy Weber, Peter Vlaming, Chris Schandevel, Gary Click and Jennifer Bauwens

On today's program: Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for the 14th District of Texas, discusses the Biden administration's mismanagement of the immigration crisis, which recently led federal officials to close two border railway crossings. Peter Vlaming, former Virginia public school teacher, and Chris Schandevel, Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel, celebrate the recent decision from the Virginia Supreme Court affirming Peter's religious freedom and freedom of speech after he was fired for refusing to use incorrect pronouns. Gary Click, State Representative for the 88th District of Ohio, provides an update on his state's Save Adolescents from Experimentation Act (HB 68), which awaits signature from Ohio Governor Mike DeWine. Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, FRC's Director of the Center for Family Studies, offers analysis on the trauma inflicted on children by so-called "gender affirming care," and encourages residents of Ohio to contact Governor Mike DeWine and urge him to sign HB 68.

Caroline Glick, Heather Johnston, Bryan Hughes, Gerald Murray, S. A, McCarthy

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December 18, 2023 - Caroline Glick, Heather Johnston, Bryan Hughes, Gerald Murray and S.A. McCarthy

On today's program: Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, reacts to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin's recent remarks in Israel. Heather Johnston, Founder and President of JH Israel, discusses why the U.S. must remain resolute in its support of Israel. Bryan Hughes, State Senator for the 1st District of Texas, shares how the 2021 Texas election integrity law addressed mail-in voting fraud and is a model for other states to follow. Rev. Gerald Murray, Pastor of Holy Family Catholic Church, offers analysis of the Vatican announcement that Roman Catholic priests may administer blessings to same-sex couples. S. A. McCarthy, Washington Stand News Writer, reports on the Vatican's announcement that priests may administer blessings to same-sex couples.

Keith Self, Brent Keilen, Tim Barton, Jeremy Dys, Hans von Spakovsky

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December 15, 2023 - Keith Self, Brent Keilen, Tim Barton, Jeremy Dys and Hans von Spakovsky

On today's program: Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, reacts to the growing fissures between Israel and the Biden administration and comments on a new survey showing a majority of Americans would discourage young people from joining the military as enlisted servicemembers. Brent Keilen, FRC Action's Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, offers analysis on the implications of the mounting Republican retirements from Congress. Tim Barton, WallBuilders President, and Jeremy Dys, First Liberty Institute Senior Counsel, share why they are suing the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority. Hans von Spakovsky, The Heritage Foundation's Senior Legal Fellow, assesses state-level efforts to improve election integrity and address mail-in voter fraud.

Dr. Andy Harris, Matt Rosendale, Scott Perry, Erik Baptist

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December 14, 2023 - Andy Harris, Matt Rosendale, Scott Perry and Erik Baptist

On today's program: Dr. Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Maryland, discusses the passing of the National Defense Authorization Act and offers a preview of the upcoming appropriations battles expected in January. Matt Rosendale, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Montana, provides an update on the negotiations to include legislation to secure the border as part of any spending agreement for Ukraine. Scott Perry, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 10th District, unpacks what to expect now that the House of Representatives has voted to launch a formal impeachment inquiry into President Biden. Erik Baptist, Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel, breaks down the upcoming U.S. Supreme Court oral arguments in a lawsuit challenging the FDA's illegal approval of the abortion drug mifepristone.

Ron Johnson, Pete Ricketts, Bob Good, Jeff Clark

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December 13, 2023 - Ron Johnson, Pete Ricketts, Congressman Bob Good (R-Va.) and Jeff Clark

On today's program: Ron Johnson, U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, shares an update on the Senate negotiations for legislation to secure the southern border. Pete Ricketts, U.S. Senator from Nebraska, reacts to President Biden's criticism of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a recent fundraiser. Bob Good, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Virginia, brings the latest news on the vote to formalize an impeachment inquiry for President Biden and discusses the urgency of using the National Defense Authorization Act to end the Biden administration's illegal military abortion funding program. Jeff Clark, Senior Fellow and Director of Litigation for the Center for Renewing America, provides analyses of Special Counsel Jack Smith's request to the U.S. Supreme Court regarding the trial of former President Donald Trump and comments on the Court's announcement they will review a Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals decision restricting access to dangerous chemical abortion drugs.

S. A. McCarthy, Mike Lee, Andrew Bailey, Mike Waltz, Ben Johnson

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December 12, 2023 - S.A. McCarthy, Mike Lee, Andrew Bailey, Michael Waltz and Ben Johnson

On today's program: S. A. McCarthy, Washington Stand News Writer, offers analysis on why out of state travel for abortions doubled in the last 3 years. Warren Davidson, U.S. Representative for the 8th District of Ohio, provides an update on the process for a House impeachment inquiry into President Biden and talks about his objection to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act re-authorization currently attached to the National Defense Authorization Act. Mike Lee, U.S. Senator from Utah, reacts to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's latest visit to Capitol Hill and criticizes the current version of the National Defense Authorization Act. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, explains why he launched an investigation into Media Matters for deceptive practices and discusses his lawsuit against Washington University for failing to hand over discovery documents amid his investigation into their pediatric transgender clinic. Mike Waltz, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Florida, provides an update on the process for a House impeachment inquiry into President Biden and comments on the UN's handling of the war between Israel and Hamas. Ben Johnson, Washington Stand Senior Reporter and Editor, reveals how abortion businesses received $1.89 billion in taxpayer funds over three years.

Dr. Roger Marshall, Dr. Greg Murphy, Ira Stoll, Ken Klukowski

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December 11, 2023 - Roger Marshall, Greg Murphy, Ira Stoll and Ken Klukowski

On today's program: Dr. Roger Marshall, U.S. Senator from Kansas, provides an update on Senate negotiations to secure the border and provide aid to Ukraine. Dr. Greg Murphy, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of North Carolina, discusses the latest on the House Republicans' Biden impeachment inquiry. IIra Stoll, Founder and Editor of FutureOfCapitalism.com, comments on the continuing fallout from the Ivy League presidents' congressional testimonies and unpacks if the Oct. 7th attack sparked campus anti-Semitism or if it was already an ongoing problem. Ken Klukowski, a former lawyer in the White House and Department of Justice, provides context for the debate regarding extending the authorization of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act in the National Defense Authorization Act.

Eric Burlison, Suzanne Bowdey, Lawana Perkins

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December 8, 2023 - Eric Burlison, Suzanne Bowdey and Lawana Perkins

On today's program: Eric Burlison, U.S. Representative for the 7th District of Missouri, offers analysis of the concerns that many conservatives in Congress have with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Suzanne Bowdey, Editorial Director and Senior Writer at The Washington Stand, discusses the battle in Congress regarding the NDAA, which currently does not contain language ending the Pentagon's illegal abortion funding policy, and sheds light on the ongoing congressional debate regarding funding for Ukraine and securing the southern border. Lawana Perkins shares the importance of family traditions throughout the Christmas Season as we celebrate the birth of Jesus.

Chuck Holton, Scott Shepard, Ralph Norman, Dr. Jay Bhattacharya

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December 7, 2023 - Chuck Holton, Scott Shepard, Ralph Norman and Jay Bhattacharya

On today's program: Chuck Holton, freelance war correspondent, reports from Israel with the latest news. Scott Shepard, National Center Fellow, sheds light on a recently released plan from a United Nations agency to regulate and govern worldwide communication online. Ralph Norman, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of South Carolina, shares an update on the House Republicans' Biden impeachment inquiry. Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, Professor of Medicine at Stanford University and one of the authors of the Great Barrington Declaration, discusses concerns over a possible new pandemic and what we've learned since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

Chad Wolf, Meg Kilgannon, Ben Johnson, James Lankford, Jerry Boykin

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December 6, 2023 - Chad Wolf, Meg Kilgannon, Ben Johnson, James Lankford and Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. Boykin

On today's program: Chad Wolf, former Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, reacts to Senate testimony from FBI Director Christopher Wray warning that the terrorist threat to the United States is at its highest level in years following the October 7 attack on Israel. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, provides an update on education news, including an attempt to ban the Bible from a California school district, a lawsuit in Colorado by parents whose daughter was assigned to share a room-and expected to share a bed-with a male student on an overnight school trip without their knowledge, and efforts by Maryland parents to opt their children out of objectionable classes at school. Ben Johnson, Washington Stand Senior Reporter and Editor, uncovers what was shared at a U.S. Department of Justice meeting with Attorney General Merrick Garland regarding the department's ongoing work to further the Biden White House's abortion agenda. James Lankford, U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, provides an update on Republican negotiations to ensure effective legislation to secure the border is in place before allowing any military spending for Ukraine. Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, FRC's Executive Vice President, stands with Senator Tommy Tuberville after he ended his blockade of most military promotions. He also highlights the latest from National Defense Authorization Act negotiations and the need to reject tax-payer funded abortions.

Keith Self, Josh Hawley, Macy Petty, Andy Biggs

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December 5, 2023 - Keith Self, Josh Hawley, Macy Petty and Andy Biggs

On today's program: Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, offers an update on funding to combat the flood of illegal immigration at the southern border as well as negotiations over funding for Ukraine. Josh Hawley, U.S. Senator from Missouri, shares his takeaways from a recent Senate hearing where FBI Director Christopher Wray refused to answer questions regarding the FBI's targeting of Catholics. Macy Petty, NCAA Division 2 volleyball player, reacts to today's House Oversight & Accountability Committee hearing, "The Importance of Protecting Female Athletes and Title IX." Andy Biggs, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Arizona, sheds light on House Speaker Mike Johnson's decision to release additional hours of security footage from January 6, 2021 and shares about his legislation to end the warrantless surveillance of Americans.

Tim Burchett, Dave Yost, Christy Stutzman, Ken Klukowski

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December 4, 2023 - Tim Burchett, Dave Yost, Christy Stutzman and Ken Klukowski

On today's program: Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative from the 2nd District of Tennessee, provides an update on Republican negotiations to ensure effective legislation to secure the border is in place before allowing any military spending for Ukraine. Dave Yost, Ohio Attorney General, discusses a federal court's decision to grant an injunction against Biden administration agency rules that would have allowed abortion facilities in Ohio to receive Title X funding. Christy Stutzman, author of The Spiritual Price of Political Silence,, encourages Christians to participate in the political process with a biblical worldview. Ken Klukowski, a former lawyer in the White House and Department of Justice, reacts to the continued attacks on Christians in political service, including a recent claim that House Speaker Mike Johnson represents "a bigger threat than al-Qaeda."

Dr. Andy Harris, Clyde Boatwright, Meg Kilgannon, Chad Connelly

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December 1, 2023 - Andy Harris, Clyde Boatwright, Meg Kilgannon and Chad Connelly

On today's program: Dr. Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Maryland, discusses the vote to remove Rep. George Santos from Congress and provides an update on the Republican effort to include legislation to secure the border as part of any agreement for aid to Ukraine. Sgt. Clyde Boatwright, President of the Fraternal Order of Police Maryland State Lodge, sheds light on the exodus of law enforcement officers from major cities due to left-wing policies. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, reacts to a recent L.A. Times hit piece on Chino Valley Unified School Board President Sonja Shaw for her Christian values and advocacy for parental rights. Chad Connelly, Founder of Faith Wins, provides analyses of how the Left uses terms like "Christian Nationalism" and "Theocracy" to discourage Christians from participating in the political process.

Tom Fitton, Matt Rosendale, J. Christian Adams, Dr. Albert Mohler

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November 30, 2023 - Tom Fitton, Matt Rosendale, J. Christian Adams and Meg Kilgannon

On today's program: Tom Fitton, Judicial Watch President, comments on the House Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government revealing new information regarding the Biden administration's scheme to censor Covid conversations on YouTube. Matt Rosendale, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Montana, discusses the upcoming vote to remove Rep. George Santos from Congress and provides an update on negotiations regarding the National Defense Authorization Act, which includes an amendment to stop the Biden administration's illegal abortion funding policy. J. Christian Adams, President of Public Interest Legal Foundation, offers analysis on the state of election integrity efforts as the 2024 presidential election approaches. Dr. Albert Mohler, President of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, reacts to anti-Israel rioters' effort to disrupt the annual lighting of the Christmas Tree in New York City and unpacks how the Left's anti-Semitism reveals a deeper opposition to God and all those who have faith in Him.

Chip Roy, Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, Doron Spielman, Mike Braun, Matt Carpenter

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November 29, 2023 - Congressman Chip Roy, Jennifer Bauwens, Doron Spielman, Mike Braun and Matt Carpenter

On today's program: Chip Roy, U.S. Representative for the 21st District of Texas, provides an update on congressional negotiations regarding the Jackson-Roy Amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act, which rolls back the Biden administration's illegal abortion funding policy. Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, FRC's Director of the Center for Family Studies, reacts to a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control showing that 2022 saw the most suicides in America of any year on record and shares how these numbers represent a spiritual crisis in the U.S. Maj. Doron Spielman, International Spokesman for Israel Defense Forces, provides an update on the pause in fighting in Gaza and reacts to reports that some Democrats want to place conditions on security aid to Israel. Mike Braun, U.S. Senator from Indiana, discusses the Senate negotiations regarding both emergency spending for Ukraine and effective border security legislation. Matt Carpenter, FRC Action Director, offers his analysis on recent polling showing younger voters are moving away from Biden.

Mary Miller, Andrew Bailey, Mark Houck, Steve Soukup

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November 28, 2023 - Mary Miller, Andrew Bailey, Mark Houck and Steve Soukup

On today's program: Mary Miller, U.S. Representative for the 15th District of Illinois, highlights her letter to the Department of Health & Human Services demanding the agency rescind a proposed rule that would target Christian foster parents. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, explains why states have sued Meta for the addicting and harmful effects its social media platforms have on children. Mark Houck, The King's Men Founder, discusses his lawsuit against the FBI and the Department of Justice following his acquittal after being arrested and prosecuted under the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act for protecting his son from an aggressive Planned Parenthood escort. Steve Soukup, author of The Dictatorship of Woke Capital, reacts to SEC filings by Disney that admit the company's wokeness has hurt its bottom line while costing its shareholders.

Mark Alford, Jerry Boykin, Ron Johnson, Amir Tsarfati

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November 27, 2023 - Mark Alford, Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. Boykin, Ron Johnson and Amir Tsarfati

On today's program: Mark Alford, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Missouri, discusses the latest news from the pause in fighting in Gaza and provides an update on the National Defense Authorization Act. Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, FRC's Executive Vice President, provides analysis of the surge in attacks on U.S. troops stationed in the Middle East, including the recent missile attack directed at a Navy warship off the coast of Yemen. Ron Johnson, U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, explains why the emergency spending that President Biden has requested for Ukraine must be tied to changes in border security and immigration policy.Amir Tsarfati, President and CEO of Behold Israel, shares his experiences in Israel since the October 7th terrorist attack by Hamas and discusses how biblical prophesies inform analysis of the current conflict.

Jack Hibbs, Bishop Vincent Mathews, Gary Hamrick

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November 24, 2023 - Jack Hibbs, Vincent Mathews and Gary Hamrick

On today's program: Jack Hibbs, Senior Pastor of Calvary Chapel Chino Hills, Bishop Vincent Mathews, Pastor of Tabernacle Church of God in Christ, and Gary Hamrick, Senior Pastor of Cornerstone Chapel, share messages with this year's Pray Vote Stand Summit

Thanksgiving show

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November 23, 2023 - Kenyn Cureton, Erwin Lutzer and Dr. Giacomo Bono

On this special Thanksgiving show: Dr. Kenyn Cureton, FRC's Vice President for Christian Resources, reflects on the first Thanksgiving and how a spirit of gratitude to God helped the Puritans endure. Dr. Erwin Lutzer, Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church, discusses the importance of a spirit of gratitude and how through thanksgiving we affirm the power of God. Dr. Giacomo Bono, associate professor in the Psychology Department at California State University, Dominguez Hills, explains his academic research on the benefits and importance of gratitude and how to cultivate it.

Meg Kilgannon, Seamus Bruner, Dr. Paul Jehle

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November 22, 2023 - Meg Kilgannon, Seamus Bruner and Paul Jehle

On today's program: Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, reacts to a recent New York Times editorial conceding the harmful effects of the COVID-pandemic era school shutdowns and sheds light on how schools should respond by focusing on education instead of woke indoctrination. Seamus Bruner, Government Accountability Institute Director of Research, discusses his new book Controligarchs, which exposes the billionaire class and their attempt to control the levers of power worldwide. Dr. Paul Jehle , Executive Director of the Plymouth Rock Foundation, shares the truth behind the Pilgrims coming to America and explores what we can learn from them about addressing the problems in our culture today.

Keith Self, Mike Berry, Franklin Graham, Quena Gonzalez, Gordon Chang

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November 21, 2023 - Keith Self, Michael Berry, Franklin Graham, Quena Gonzalez and Gordon Chang

On today's program: Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, discusses the hostage negotiations taking place in Israel and reacts to the surge in attacks on U.S. troops stationed in the Middle East and the Biden administration's incoherent strategy in response. Mike Berry, First Liberty Institute's Vice President of External Affairs and Senior Counsel, sheds light on letters the Army recently sent inviting former servicemembers dismissed from the military due to the Covid jab mandate to return to service. Franklin Graham, President and CEO of Samaritan's Purse, shares about his recent trip to Israel, where he ministered to victims of the Hamas terrorist attacks. Quena Gonzalez, FRC's Senior Director of Government Affairs, provides action items for how you can help Senator Tommy Tuberville's stand for life. Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, offers his analysis of President Biden's recent meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping and discusses his recent book, China Is Going to War.

Chris Mitchell, Seamus Bruner, Arielle Del Turco, Harriet Hageman, Robert Aderholt

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November 20, 2023 - Chris Mitchell, Seamus Bruner, Arielle Del Turco, Harriet Hageman and Robert Aderholt

On today's program: Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports from Jerusalem following the agreement in principle for Hamas to release some Israeli and international hostages. Seamus Bruner, Government Accountability Institute Director of Research, offers his analysis of the meeting between President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Arielle Del Turco, FRC's Director of the Center for Religious Liberty, sheds light on the Biden administration's decision to remove select African countries from a trade program in order to push the LGBTQ agenda. Harriet Hageman, U.S. Representative for Wyoming, provides an overview of methods for House Republicans to confront the Left's weaponized use of the federal government and the legal system to target conservatives. Robert Aderholt, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Alabama, continues the discussion on the Left's weaponization of the federal government and unpacks how House Republicans can use the appropriations process to curb these abuses.

Randy Weber, Joel Griffith, Chris Gacek, David Closson

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November 17, 2023 - Randy Weber, Joel Griffith, Chris Gacek and David Closson

On today's program: Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for the 14th District of Texas, discusses the Biden administration's mismanagement of the immigration crisis and the threat this poses to national security. Joel Griffith, The Heritage Foundation's Research Fellow, reacts to President Biden's recent "Bidenomics" speech and analyzes the latest economic trends. Chris Gacek, FRC's Senior Fellow for Regulatory Affairs, shares an overview of his report on anti-Semitism in light of the rise of incidents in the U.S. following the October 7 terrorist attacks by Hamas. David Closson, Director of FRC's Center for Biblical Worldview, unpacks how Christians should respond to rising anti-Semitism.

Chris Mitchell, Seamus Bruner, Arielle Del Turco, Harriet Hageman, Robert Aderholt

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November 16, 2023 - Chris Mitchell, Seamus Bruner, Arielle Del Turco, Harriet Hageman and Robert Aderholt

On today's program: Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports from Jerusalem following the agreement in principle for Hamas to release some Israeli and international hostages. Seamus Bruner, Government Accountability Institute Director of Research, offers his analysis of the meeting between President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Arielle Del Turco, FRC's Director of the Center for Religious Liberty, sheds light on the Biden administration's decision to remove select African countries from a trade program in order to push the LGBTQ agenda. Harriet Hageman, U.S. Representative for Wyoming, provides an overview of methods for House Republicans to confront the Left's weaponized use of the federal government and the legal system to target conservatives. Robert Aderholt, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Alabama, continues the discussion on the Left's weaponization of the federal government and unpacks how House Republicans can use the appropriations process to curb these abuses.

Chris Smith, Ronna McDaniel, Quena Gonzalez, Ted Cruz

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November 15, 2023 - Chris Smith, Ronna McDaniel, Quena Gonzalez and Ted Cruz

On today's program: Chris Smith, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of New Jersey, offers his analysis of President Biden's meeting in California with Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China. Ronna McDaniel, Chairwoman of the Republican National Committee, unpacks how GOP candidates should talk about efforts to protect unborn children. Quena Gonzalez, FRC's Senior Director of Government Affairs, gives a recap of the bills passed by Congress this week. Ted Cruz, U.S. Senator from Texas, reacts to Senate Democrats opposing a bill to provide military aid to Israel, discusses the rise in anti-Semitism on U.S. college campuses, and provides an overview of how conservatives can take back U.S. institutions from the Left.

E. J. Antoni, Kristen Waggoner, Sarah Holliday, Ted Budd, Glenn Grothman

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November 14, 2023 - E. J. Antoni, Kristen Waggoner, Sarah Holliday, Ted Budd and Glenn Grothman

On today's program: E. J. Antoni, The Heritage Foundation's research fellow in regional economics, unpacks the latest inflation data. Kristen Waggoner, CEO & President of Alliance Defending Freedom, celebrates the good news that a Finnish appeals court dismissed charges against Päivi Räsänen for social media posts that included a Bible verse. Sarah Holliday, Reporter for the Washington Stand, shares her experience at the March for Israel in Washington, D.C. Ted Budd, Senator from North Carolina, explains why he led an effort with his Republican Senate colleagues to demand Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin rescind the Pentagon's illegal abortion travel policy. Glenn Grothman, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Wisconsin, shares the latest on the Continuing Resolution debate on Capitol Hill.

Andrew Clyde, Buddy Carter, Keith Self, Mike Davis

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November 13, 2023 - Andrew Clyde, Keith Self, Buddy Carter and Mike Davis

On today's program: Andrew Clyde, U.S. Representative for the 9th District of Georgia, weighs in on the rise in crime and lawlessness throughout the country. Buddy Carter, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Georgia, offers support for House Speaker Mike Johnson's government funding plan and discusses the appropriations bills delayed by Republican members of Congress who object to pro-life provisions in the legislation. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, reacts to U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres's criticism of Israel's war against Hamas. Mike Davis, Founder of the Article III Project, unpacks how the Left has hijacked the legal system to undermine elections.

Matt Rosendale, Gordon Chang, Yaakov Menken, Quena Gonzalez

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November 10, 2023 - Matt Rosendale, Gordon Chang, Yaakov Menken and Quena Gonzalez

On today's program: Matt Rosendale, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Montana, weighs in on the Democrats' extreme effort to block the National Defense Authorization Act over pro-life provisions, comments on Mike Johnson's (R-La.) first weeks as House speaker, and honors our nation's military on Veterans' Day. Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, offers his analysis of President Biden's upcoming meeting with Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China. Rabbi Yaakov Menken, Managing Director of the Coalition for Jewish Values, previews the "March for Israel," taking place Tuesday, November 14 in Washington, D.C. Quena Gonzalez, FRC's Senior Director of Government Affairs, discusses the government funding bills currently delayed by Republican members of Congress who object to pro-life provisions in the legislation.

Chuck Holton, Meg Kilgannon, Dr. John Fleming, Mike Johnson

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November 9, 2023 - Chuck Holton, Meg Kilgannon, John Fleming and Mike Johnson

On today's program: Chuck Holton, freelance war correspondent, reports from Israel with the latest news. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, offers her analysis of the most recent GOP presidential primary debate. Dr. John Fleming, physician and former Congressman, reacts to new studies indicating the link between regular marijuana use and heart failure. Mike Johnson, Speaker of the House of Representatives and U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Louisiana, sits down with Tony for a personal interview covering his Christian faith, the rise of anti-Semitism worldwide, and pressing priorities on Capitol Hill.

Brent Keilen, Tim Burchett, Marsha Blackburn, Michele Bachmann

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November 8, 2023 - Brent Keilen, Tim Burchett, Marsha Blackburn and Michele Bachmann

On today's program: Brent Keilen, FRC Action's Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, provides analysis of Tuesday's election results. Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative from the 2nd District of Tennessee, makes clear why he voted to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) for her anti-Semitic rhetoric and discusses the leaked pages from the diary of the trans-identifying shooter at The Covenant School in Nashville, TN. Marsha Blackburn, U.S. Senator from Tennessee, provides an update on the military aid package for Israel and highlights legislation she introduced to combat the trafficking of children across the southern border. Michele Bachmann, Dean of the Robertson School of Government at Regent University, sheds light on today's Capitol Hill briefing titled "The Fundamental Transformation of the World Health Organization from a Health Advisor to a Global Dictator."

Ron Johnson, Pete Ricketts, Rich McCormick, Meg Kilgannon

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November 7, 2023 - Ron Johnson, Pete Ricketts, Rich McCormick and Meg Kilgannon

On today's program: Ron Johnson, U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, shares the latest from Capitol Hill regarding the appropriations negotiations and uncovers the latest revelations on how the Biden family has profited from President Biden's time in office. Pete Ricketts, U.S. Senator from Nebraska, highlights how Senate Republicans are standing in solidarity with Israel, including bills like his Stop Support for Hamas Act and how Democrats and the United Nations are working against Israel. Rich McCormick, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Georgia, previews the House's upcoming vote to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib for her recent anti-Semitic comments about Hamas' terrorist attack against Israel. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, offers insights into how foreign money is influencing indoctrination in the American education system.

Tommy Tuberville, Tom Cotton, Dave Yost, Ryan Walters, Mike Davis

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November 6, 2023 - Tommy Tuberville, Tom Cotton, Dave Yost, Ryan Walters and Mike Davis

On today's program: Tommy Tuberville, U.S. Senator from Alabama, responds to the anti-Israel demonstrations outside the White House, and shares why he continues his stand against the Pentagon's illegal funding of abortion despite attacks from the Left. Tom Cotton, U.S. Senator for Arkansas, offers analysis on President Biden's call for Israel to pause its response to Hamas's homicidal terrorist attack and comments on the rise in anti-Semitism on college campuses in the United States. Dave Yost, Ohio Attorney General, encourages Ohio voters to protect life by rejecting Issue 1. Ryan Walters, the Oklahoma State School Superintendent, provides an overview of his effort to replace textbooks in his state that push woke indoctrination. Mike Davis, Founder of the Article III Project, contrasts the treatment of the anti-Israel vandals who attempted to breach the White House gates with the prosecution of January 6 defendants.

Chuck Holton, Andy Harris, Jeff King, John Cooper, David Closson

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November 3, 2023 - Chuck Holton, Andy Harris, Jeff King, John Cooper and David Closson

On today's program: Chuck Holton, freelance war correspondent, shares the latest news from Israel. Dr. Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Maryland, offers an update on the House's aid package for Israel and an update on the House appropriations bills. Jeff King, President of International Christian Concern, highlights their new report on the world's worst persecutors of Christians. John Cooper, frontman for the rock band Skillet, discusses his new book, Wimpy, Weak, and Woke. David Closson, Director of FRC's Center for Biblical Worldview, unpacks how progressives use critical theory to excuse Hamas's brutal attack on Israel.

Jerry Boykin, Ryan Bomberger, Tony Perkins, Mike Pompeo

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November 2, 2023 - Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. Boykin, Ryan Bomberger, Tony Perkins and Mike Pompeo

On today's program: Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, FRC's Executive Vice President, discusses the latest news from the Middle East as the House of Representatives moves forward with a vote to provide military aid for Israel. Ryan Bomberger, Chief Creative Officer of the Radiance Foundation, encourages Christians in Ohio to protect life by voting no on Issue 1, and previews his upcoming appearance at the Celebrate Life Banquet & Gala in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, responds to attacks on Speaker of the House Mike Johnson for his Christian faith. Mike Pompeo, former U.S. Secretary of State, assesses the progress of the Israeli military and offers analysis of global threats to the United States.

Mike Waltz, Randy Weber, Meg Kilgannon, Steve Daines, James Comer

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November 1, 2023 - Michael Waltz, Randy Weber, Meg Kilgannon, Steve Daines and James Comer

On today's program: Mike Waltz, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Florida, discusses the urgency of passing legislation to provide military aid to Israel, and reacts to International Christian Concern's release of their 2023 Persecutors of the Year Report. Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for the 14th District of Texas, comments on the White House's proposals to combat Islamophobia in the wake of Hamas' attack on Israel. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, highlights the rapid growth in homeschooling. Steve Daines, U.S. Senator from Montana, warns of the terrorism threat enabled by the Biden Administration's mismanagement of border security, and voices support for a military aid package for Israel. James Comer, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Kentucky, reveals how President Biden received laundered money from a Chinese energy firm.

Rich McCormick, Rick Scott, Jim Roguski, Kelvin Cochran

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October 31, 2023 - Rich McCormick, Rick Scott, Jim Roguski and Kelvin Cochran

On today's program: Rich McCormick, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Georgia, provides an update from the war in Israel and calls for U.S. military support for Israel to remain separate from additional Ukraine spending. Rick Scott, U.S. Senator from Florida, responds to congressional testimony from FBI Director Christopher Wray saying that anti-Semitic threats throughout the U.S. have reached historic levels and addresses the Biden administration's mishandling of the border crisis. Jim Roguski, member of the Law & Activism Committee at the World Council for Health, provides an update on the amendments to the World Health Organization's International Health Regulations. Kelvin Cochran, former Shreveport, La. Fire Chief, recounts his long association with House Speaker Mike Johnson, which dates to his service as a firefighter in Louisiana alongside Johnson's father.

Scott Perry, Mark Alford, Mark Taylor, Dr. Al Mohler

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October 30, 2023 - Scott Perry, Mark Alford, Mark Taylor and Albert Mohler

On today's program: Scott Perry, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 10th District, provides an update on the war in Israel, and shares the House Republicans' plan to provide aid to the Israeli military. Mark Alford, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Missouri, discusses the urgency for a military aid package to Israel, and legislation he introduced to combat religious persecution in China. Mark Taylor, Spotsylvania County Public Schools Superintendent, explains why he continues his removal of sexually explicit books from his district's school libraries. Dr. Albert Mohler, President of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, unpacks how Christians should respond to both the war in Israel, the persistent antisemitism from the Left, and criticism of Speaker of the House Mike Johnson for his biblical worldview.

Keith Self, Brent Keilen, Brad Wilcox, David Closson, Jerry Boykin

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October 27, 2023 - Keith Self, Brent Keilen, Brad Wilcox, David Closson and Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. Boykin

On today's program: Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, reacts to the Israeli ground incursion into Gaza, and analyzes the Biden administration's response to attacks by Iranian proxies on U.S. troops in the Middle East. Brent Keilen, FRC Action Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, shares the latest on several key upcoming elections as early voting has begun in many states. Brad Wilcox, Visiting Scholar at the American Enterprise Institute, responds to the Left's mockery of House Speaker. Mike Johnson's covenant marriage. David Closson, Director of FRC's Center for Biblical Worldview, responds to attacks on Speaker of the House Mike Johnson for his biblical worldview. Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, FRC's Executive Vice President, offers analysis as the Israeli ground attack on Hamas in Gaza escalates.

Steve Scalise, Michael Guest, Glenn Grothman, Lindsey Graham

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October 26, 2023 - Steve Scalise, Michael Guest, Glenn Grothman and Lindsey Graham

On today's program: Steve Scalise, U.S. House Majority Leader and U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Louisiana, provides an overview of the House GOP agenda following the election of Rep. Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House. Michael Guest, U.S. Representative for 3rd District of Mississippi, previews what's ahead for the House appropriations process. Glenn Grothman, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Wisconsin, shines a light on a recent congressional hearing, "Faith Under Fire: An Examination of Global Religious Persecution." Lindsey Graham, U.S. Senator from South Carolina, discusses his recent Senate delegation to the Middle East and reacts to continued Iranian aggression throughout the region.

Brent Keilen, Tony Perkins, Chuck Holton, Mike Waltz, Chris Smith

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October 25, 2023 - Brent Keilen, Tony Perkins, Chuck Holton, Michael Waltz and Chris Smith

On today's program: Brent Keilen, FRC Action Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, shares the latest on congressional redistricting across the country and forecasts its impact on the 2024 election. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, reviews highlights from Speaker of the House Mike Johnson's remarks today following his election. Chuck Holton, freelance war correspondent, reports from Israel as clashes continue to escalate throughout the country. Mike Waltz, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Florida, and Chris Smith, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of New Jersey, highlight a House resolution supporting Israel and they respond to remarks from U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres implying that Israel provoked a terrorist invasion.

Roger Marshall, John Cornyn, Yaakov Menken, Greg Steube

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October 24, 2023 - Roger Marshall, John Cornyn, Yaakov Menken and Greg Steube

On today's program: Roger Marshall, U.S. Senator from Kansas, calls for U.S. support for Israel to remain separate from President Biden's request to Congress for additional Ukraine spending. John Cornyn, U.S. Senator from Texas, sheds light on the Biden administration's appeal for additional border spending, which does not alter the administration's underlying border policies. Rabbi Yaakov Menken, Managing Director of the Coalition for Jewish Values, reacts to White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre's dismissiveness of rising anti-Semitism in the United States and offers analysis on a statement of support for Hamas terrorists from the Southern Poverty Law Center's labor union. Greg Steube, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Florida, comments on Majority Whip Rep. Tom Emmer's failed nomination for the House Speaker position, and grades President Biden's recent handling of foreign affairs.

Andrew Bailey, Travis Weber, Dr. A. J. Nolte, Tony Perkins

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October 23, 2023 - Andrew Bailey, Travis Weber, A.J. Nolte and Tony Perkins

On today's program: Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, responds to the U. S. Supreme Court granting cert in the free speech case Missouri v. Biden. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, provides an overview of the nine congressmen running for Speaker of the House and previews various congressional hearings scheduled on Capitol Hill this week. Dr. A. J. Nolte, Regent University Assistant Professor, continues the discussion from last week on the history of the modern State of Israel and explains why Christians must stand in support of Israel. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, reviews highlights from last night's event to stand with and pray for Israel.

Chuck Holton, Kerry Picket, John Daukas, Lindsey Smith, Sonja Shaw

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October 20, 2023 - Chuck Holton, Kerry Picket, John Daukas, Lindsey Smith and Sonja Shaw

On today's program: Chuck Holton, freelance war correspondent, reports from Israel as the ground invasion of Gaza remains imminent. Kerry Picket, Senior Congressional Reporter for the Washington Times, provides an update on the House speaker race. John Daukas, former U.S. Department of Justice's Acting Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights, sheds light on a social media influencer sentenced to federal prison for posting a joke online. Lindsey Smith, chapter chair of Montgomery County, Maryland's Moms for Liberty, discusses her testimony before Congress on parental rights and offers advice for moms and dads looking to opt their children out of inappropriate teaching and indoctrination at school. Sonja Shaw, Chino Valley Unified School District Board of Education President, responds to a judge's injunction on the Chino Valley United School District's parental rights policy.

Ron Johnson, Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, Michele Bachmann, Dr. A. J. Nolte

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October 19, 2023 - Ron Johnson, Jennifer Bauwens, Michele Bachmann and A.J. Nolte

On today's program: Ron Johnson, U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, discusses President Biden's Oval Office address planned for tonight and responds to the Biden administration's decision to send $100 million in aid to Palestinians while the U.S. southern border remains in chaos. Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, FRC's Director of the Center for Family Studies, offers guidance on how parents can talk to their children about tragic events like the terrorist attacks on Israel. Michele Bachmann, Dean of the Regent University School of Government, reacts to Rep. Rashida Tlaib's support of Hamas, expresses her own support for Israel, and previews FRC's upcoming evening to Stand with and Pray for Israel. Dr. A. J. Nolte, Regent University assistant professor, provides a history of the modern State of Israel and explains why Christians must stand in support of Israel.

Chris Mitchell, Jody Hice, Ken Klukowski, Josh Hawley

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October 18, 2023 - Chris Mitchell, Jody Hice, Ken Klukowski and Josh Hawley

On today's program: Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports from Jerusalem following President Biden's address to the nation of Israel. Jody Hice, former Congressman and FRC's Senior Vice President, provides an update on the House speaker race. Ken Klukowski, a former lawyer in the White House and Department of Justice, responds to growing concerns regarding a potential plan to expand the powers of the House Speaker Pro Tempore. Josh Hawley, U.S. Senator from Missouri, reacts to the Biden administration's decision to send $100 million in aid to Palestinians, and encourages the Department of Justice to investigate U.S. student groups' ties to Hamas.

Marsha Blackburn, Travis Weber, Doug LaMalfa, Karen England

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October 17, 2023 - Marsha Blackburn, Travis Weber, Doug LaMalfa and Karen England

Marsha Blackburn, U.S. Senator from Tennessee, expresses her support for Israel, discusses President Biden's upcoming trip to the Middle East, and demands the Biden administration freeze all money going to terrorist organizations. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy & Government Affairs, explains how the misguided foreign policy agenda of the Biden administration damages the international standing of the United States. Doug LaMalfa, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of California, discusses his vote for Speaker of the House, and provides an update on the next steps in the House of Representatives. Karen England, Executive Director of Capitol Resource Institute, offers guidance to help parents rid their children's schools of obscene material and provides resources for opting out of LGBTQ indoctrination in schools.

Chuck Holton, Keith Self, Jerry Boykin, Itamar Marcus

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October 16, 2023 - Chuck Holton, Keith Self, Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. Boykin and Itamar Marcus

Chuck Holton, freelance war correspondent, reports from Jerusalem as the Israeli ground invasion of Gaza appears imminent. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, provides an update on the House Speaker election, warns of the security threat posed by the porous southern border, and encourages the Biden administration to revoke the visas of foreign nationals who support terrorist organizations such as Hamas. Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, FRC's Executive Vice President, discusses the misguided foreign policy priorities of the Biden administration, and the threat this poses to U.S. national security. Itamar Marcus, Founder and Director of Palestinian Media Watch, sets the record straight on the United Nations Relief & Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) and how it uses international aid to fund the indoctrination of children with anti-Semitic hatred and lies.

Kerry Picket, Mark Alford, Mark Lamb, Chris Gacek, Jerry Boykin

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October 13, 2023 - Kerry Picket, Mark Lamb, Chris Gacek and Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. Boykin

Kerry Picket, Senior Congressional Reporter for the Washington Times, reports from Capitol Hill as Republicans in Congress work to elect a new Speaker of the House. Mark Alford, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Missouri, shares an update on the process of electing a new Speaker of the House. Mark Lamb, Sheriff of Pinal County, Arizona, discusses the heightened security implemented worldwide in response to the call for a "Day of Jihad," and exposes how the Biden administration's failure to secure the border has made the U.S. vulnerable to terrorist attacks. Chris Gacek, FRC's Senior Fellow for Regulatory Affairs, provides an overview of the rise in anti-Semitic rhetoric and violence on U.S. college campuses. Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, FRC's Executive Vice President, provides analysis of the war in Israel and explains how the U.S. can support Israeli war efforts.

Nathaniel Moran, Pete Rickets, James Lankford, S.A. McCarthy, Yaakov Menken

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October 12, 2023 - Nathaniel Moran, Pete Ricketts, James Lankford, S.A. McCarthy and Yaakov Menken

Nathaniel Moran, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Texas, provides an update on the House Speaker race and reacts to the terrorist threat posed by the Biden administration's mishandling of southern border security. Pete Ricketts, U.S. Senator from Nebraska, responds to a report that the U.S. will re-freeze a $6 billion dollar cash transfer to Iran and calls attention to questions regarding Iranian influence on the U.S. Department of State. James Lankford, U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, comments on his letter to the FBI urging the Bureau to drop its reliance on the SPLC, and raises new questions regarding U.S. foreign aid used to fund Palestinian classrooms that indoctrinate children with anti-Semitic hatred. S.A. McCarthy, News Writer at the Washington Stand, discusses the Day of Jihad that was called for tomorrow by the former leader of Hamas. Rabbi Yaakov Menken, Managing Director of the Coalition for Jewish Values, calls attention to the anti-Semitic violence and demonstrations taking place on U.S. college campuses.

Chris Smith, Rich McCormick, Kevin Hern, David Friedman

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October 11, 2023 - Chris Smith, Rich McCormick, Kevin Hern and David Friedman

Chris Smith, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of New Jersey, discusses his letter urging the Biden administration to provide guardrails to prevent the funneling of foreign aid to terrorist groups, and encourages Republicans to stand firm in the ongoing fight to protect the unborn. Rich McCormick, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Georgia, highlights recent reporting demonstrating how the Biden administration's border mismanagement leaves the U.S. vulnerable to a terrorist attack. Kevin Hern, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Oklahoma, comments on the House Speaker election race and the work ahead for Congress. David Friedman, former U.S. Ambassador to Israel, provides an update from Israel as 300,000 Israeli reserve soldiers near the Gaza Strip.

Lindsey Graham, Andy Barr, Dr. Ari Sacher, Paul Crouch Jr., Caroline Glick

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October 10, 2023 - Lindsey Graham, Andy Barr, Ari Sacher, Paul Crouch and Caroline Glick

On today's program: Lindsey Graham, U.S. Senator from South Carolina, reacts to Hamas's invasion of Israel and highlights the demand from 20 Republican Senators for the Biden administration to freeze the transfer of $6 billion dollars to Iran. Andy Barr, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Kentucky, discusses the congressional response to the attacks on Israel and shares the latest on the vote for a new Speaker of the House. Dr. Ari Sacher, Senior Policy Advisor at the U.S. Israel Education Association, provides an on-the-ground update from Israel. Paul Crouch Jr., Media Consultant at PJ Video, reports from Jerusalem following the brutal Hamas invasion. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, offers the context for the outbreak of war in Israel.

Chris Mitchell, Mark Alford, Tim Jagger, Jerry Boykin

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October 9, 2023 - Chris Mitchell, Mark Alford, Tim Jagger and Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. Boykin

On today's program: Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports from Israel following the brutal attack by the Hamas terrorist organization. Mark Alford, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Missouri, discusses the urgency of electing a new Speaker of the House and encourages the next speaker to move quickly on appropriations bills and the National Defense Authorization Act. Tim Jagger, a Pennsylvania parent, explains why he spearheaded a successful effort to reverse the policy of his daughter's school district that allowed students to use facilities of their self-described gender identity. Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, FRC's Executive Vice President, provides analysis of the outbreak of war in Israel following the terrorist invasion by Hamas.

Keith Self, Dr. Dave Brat, Paula Scanlan, Dr. Owen Strachan,

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October 6, 2023 - Keith Self, Dave Brat, Paula Scanlan and Owen Strachan

On today's program: Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, shares the latest on the ongoing southern border surge and where the race for House Speaker stands. Dave Brat, Dean of Liberty University's School of Business, corrects the record on the latest jobs report and previews what the economic future will look like if the United States continues non-stop $2 trillion annual deficits. Paula Scanlan, Independent Women's Forum Stand With Women Spokeswoman, explains why she is standing with female swimmers at Roanoke College. Owen Strachan, FRC's Senior Fellow at the Center for Biblical Worldview, highlights his new book, The War on Men.

Andy Harris, Bill Donohue, Pete Sessions, Abigail DeJarnatt, Allie Paris

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October 5, 2023 - Andy Harris, Bill Donohue, Pete Sessions, Abigail DeJarnatt and Allie Paris

On today's program: Dr. Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Maryland, provides an update on the race for the Speaker of the House and discusses the Biden administration's latest effort to provide a student loan bailout. Bill Donohue, Catholic League President, offers analysis on the ongoing conversation in the Catholic Church regarding Pope Francis's recent remarks on human sexuality. Pete Sessions, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Texas, reacts to Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas's announcement of the need for a border wall in Texas. Abigail DeJarnatt, Founder and CEO of Counteract USA, and Allie Paris, COO of Counteract USA, share about their new ministry to equip young people to impact the culture with a biblical worldview.

Jim Banks, Ted Cruz, Jerry Boykin, David Closson

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October 4, 2023 - Jim Banks, Ted Cruz, Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. Boykin and David Closson

On today's program: Jim Banks, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Indiana, analyzes the process taking place in the U.S. House of Representatives following yesterday's vote to remove Rep. Kevin McCarthy from his position as Speaker of the House. Ted Cruz, U.S. Senator from Texas, comments on the ongoing southern border crisis, rising crime in Washington, DC, and other news from Capitol Hill. Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, FRC's Executive Vice President, reacts to the recent Pentagon announcement of a sweeping overhaul of military recruiting practices following another year of missed recruiting goals. David Closson, Director of FRC's Center for Biblical Worldview, responds to recent statements from evangelical pastors as well as Pope Francis rejecting biblical orthodoxy on human sexuality.

Gordon Chang, Mike Waltz, Mark Alford, Ken Klukowski, Tim Throckmorton, Dr. Jennifer Bauwens

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October 3, 2023 - Gordon Chang, Michael Waltz, Mark Alford, Ken Klukowski, Tim Throckmorton and Jennifer Bauwens

On today's program: Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, analyzes the collapse of many of China's Belt & Road Initiative projects. Mike Waltz, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Florida, and Mark Alford, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Missouri, talk about the vote to remove Rep. Kevin McCarthy from his position as Speaker of the House. Ken Klukowski, a former lawyer in the White House and Department of Justice, reacts to proposed new rules from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission that could be used to target anyone who disagrees with the LGBT agenda. Tim Throckmorton, FRC's National Director of Community Impact, previews tonight's Community Impact Training. Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, FRC's Director of the Center for Family Studies, discusses her new publication The Trans Youth Phenomenon: Critiques & Hard Questions.

Mark Alford, Dr. Quentin Van Meter, Gina Gleason, Jim Roguski

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October 2, 2023 - Mark Alford, Quentin Van Meter, Gina Gleason and Jim Roguski

On today's program: Mark Alford, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Missouri, provides an update from Capitol Hill following Congress's passage of a 45-day continuing resolution to extend government funding through November 17. Dr. Quentin Van Meter, former American College of Pediatricians President, comments on the American College of Pediatricians' new initiative to expose the dangers of transgender procedures on children. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, encourages conservatives to hold their fire on criticism of Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy. Gina Gleason, Real Impact Executive Director, shares good news from the California Republican Convention, where the state GOP rejected efforts to change the party platform on natural marriage and pro-life protections. Jim Roguski, member of the Law & Activism Committee at the World Council for Health, calls on world leaders to reject the amendments to the World Health Organization's International Health Regulations.

Richard Stern, Robin Lundstrum, Curtis Houck, Meg Kilgannon

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September 29, 2023 - Richard Stern, Robin Lundstrum, Curtis Houck and Meg Kilgannon

On today's program: Richard Stern, The Heritage Foundation's Director of the Grover M. Hermann Center for the Federal Budget, breaks down the latest news on the budget debate gripping Capitol Hill. Robin Lundstrum, State Representative for Arkansas's 87th District, reacts to a Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals ruling on state laws protecting children from gender mutilation. Curtis Houck, Managing Editor of Newsbusters, corrects the record on the legacy media's defense of President Biden, their hypocrisy, and changing narrative in their coverage of the Biden family investigations. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, comments on Rep. Nancy Mace's (R-S.C.) opposition to the abortion pill provision in the agriculture spending bill and her messaging on the life issue.

James Lankford, Pete Sessions, Lawrence Wilson, Brent Keilen, Tim Throckmorton

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September 28, 2023 - James Lankford, Pete Sessions, Lawrence Wilson, Brent Keilen and Tim Throckmorton

On today's program: James Lankford, U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, comments on the ongoing southern border crisis, the restoration of the Senate dress code, as well as other news from Capitol Hill. Pete Sessions, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Texas, shares about the Biden impeachment inquiry hearing. Lawrence Wilson, The Epoch Times National Politics Reporter, highlights where the Capitol Hill budget debate stands. Brent Keilen, FRC Action's Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, shares his analysis of the second GOP presidential debate. Tim Throckmorton, FRC's National Director of Community Impact, explains why every church should have a Community Impact Team.

Mike Lee, Meg Kilgannon, Kevin Boden, Uwe Romeike, Hannelore Romeike, Todd Bensman

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September 27, 2023 - Mike Lee, Meg Kilgannon, Kevin Boden, Uwe Romeike, Hannelore Romeike and Todd Bensman

On today's program: Mike Lee, U.S. Senator from Utah, highlights the latest from Capitol Hill's budget negotiations. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, gives an update on Biden's proposed rule to gut Title IX, explains the legal fight between parents and Montgomery County, Maryland's school district, and reacts to news that Target will be closing nine stores due to rising merchandise theft. Kevin Boden, Director of HSLDA International, and his clients, the Romeike family, shares about the Biden administration's plans to deport them. Todd Bensman, Senior National Security Fellow at Center for Immigration Studies, reports on the southern border crisis and highlights his book, "Overrun: How Joe Biden Unleashed the Greatest Border Crisis in U.S. History."

S. A. McCarthy, Bob Good, Andrew Bailey, Ken Blackwell

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September 26, 2023 - S.A. McCarthy, Congressman Bob Good (R-Va.), Andrew Bailey and Ken Blackwell

On today's program: S. A. McCarthy, Washington Stand News Writer, reports on European politicians who are speaking out about the persecution of Christians and Biden's abdication on the protection of international religious freedom. Bob Good, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Virginia, shares the latest in the budget debate on Capitol Hill. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, unpacks why his state sued the Wentzville School Board. Ken Blackwell, FRC Action's Special Advisor for Election Integrity, offers insight on securing the upcoming election and comments on President Biden's actions against the Second Amendment.

Robert Aderholt, Keith Self, Meg Kilgannon, Jim Roguski

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September 25, 2023 - Robert Aderholt, Keith Self, Meg Kilgannon and Jim Roguski

On today's program: Robert Aderholt, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Alabama, shares the latest from the negotiating table regarding the federal budget. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, comments on the continuing crisis at the southern border and responds to a recent report on the drop in the number of religious refugees achieving asylum in the U.S. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, reacts to Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona's recent comments on parental involvement in education. Jim Roguski, member of the Law & Activism Committee at the World Council for Health, provides an update on the status of the pandemic declaration from the United Nations and World Health Organization.

Michael Cloud, Lois McLatchie, Joshua Arnold, David Closson

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September 22, 2023 - Michael Cloud, Lois McLatchie, Joshua Arnold and David Closson

On today's program: Michael Cloud, U.S. Representative for the 27th District of Texas, shares the latest on budget debate on Capitol Hill, highlights his bill protecting the Second Amendment, and reacts to President Biden's speech on guns. He also responds to the World Health Organization's use of pandemic planning to target gun rights and promote abortion. He also comments on the continuing crisis at the southern border. Lois McLatchie, ADF International Senior Communications Officer, offers some good news on a case involving thought crimes. Joshua Arnold, The Washington Stand's senior writer, reports on a Canadian school library's woke purging of its own books. David Closson, Director of FRC's Center for Biblical Worldview, answers the question why Michigan's therapy ban is a solution in search of a problem. He also offers analysis on what a Pew Research study reveals about Generation Z's view of marriage.

Scott Perry, Chris Smith, Tate Reeves, Michele Bachmann, Chip Roy

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September 21, 2023 - Scott Perry, Chris Smith, Tate Reeves, Michele Bachmann and Congressman Chip Roy

On today's program: Scott Perry, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 10th District, shares the latest on the debate over the federal budget. Chris Smith, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of New Jersey, shares the latest from the World Health Organization meeting and his efforts to keep abortion funding out of PEPFAR. Tate Reeves, Governor of Mississippi, shines a spotlight on his proclamation declaring next week as Christian Heritage Week. Michele Bachmann, Dean of the Regent University School of Government, sheds light on the WHO's recent meeting and the implications it could have for future pandemics. Chip Roy, U.S. Representative for the 21st District of Texas, highlights his bill repealing the FACE Act.

Mark Alford, Marsha Blackburn, Andy Biggs Rick Scott

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September 20, 2023 - Mark Alford, Marsha Blackburn, Andy Biggs and Rick Scott

On today's program: Mark Alford, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Missouri, reports on the House Democrats' effort to strip a pro-life amendment out of the National Defense Authorization Act and shares the latest on the budget debate. Marsha Blackburn, U.S. Senator from Tennessee, unpacks the threat of China and the axis of evil. Andy Biggs, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Arizona, analyzes Attorney General Merrick Garland's testimony before the House Judiciary Committee. Rick Scott, U.S. Senator from Florida, shares the latest in the Capitol Hill fight over the Pentagon's funding for abortion.

Matt Gaetz, Chris Gacek, Jill Garner, Meg Kligannon, Travis Weber

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September 19, 2023 - Matt Gaetz, Chris Gacek, Jill Garner, Meg Kilgannon and Travis Weber

On today's program: Matt Gaetz, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Florida, shares the latest on the budget debate on Capitol Hill. Chris Gacek, FRC's Senior Fellow for Regulatory Affairs, comments on House Republican efforts to repeal the FACE Act. He also reacts to the United Nations General Assembly meeting happening in New York. Jill Garner, Manners of the Heart Founder, shares why good manners and decorum matter. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, reacts to former President Trump's recent comments on Florida's pro-life law. Travis Weber, FRC's VP for Policy and Government Affairs, unpacks the federal role in abortion policies.