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On today's program: Suzanne Bowdey, Editorial Director and Senior Writer for The Washington Stand, talks about the gulf between the House and Senate budget blueprints and what’s next for the “one, big, beautiful bill.” Meg Kilgannon, FRC’s Senior Fellow for Education Studies, exposes a Colorado bill that would classify “misgendering” children as “child abuse.” Lt. General (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, FRC's Executive Vice President and former Deputy Undersecretary of Defense for Intelligence, explains what’s behind the build-up of U.S. military assets in the Middle East. Dr. Eric Bordenkircher, Research Fellow at the UCLA Center for Middle East Development, previews the Trump administration’s high-level nuclear talks with Iran and provides a readout of the president’s meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

On today's program: Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reacts to President Trump’s meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as debates over Iran, tariffs, and the war in Gaza rage on. Dr. Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Maryland, explains what’s next for budget reconciliation now that the Senate has amended the House blueprint. Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, breaks down the heated standoff between the U.S. and China over trade. David Bahnsen, the Founder and Chief Investment Officer of The Bahnsen Group, discusses the deeper strategy behind the Trump tariffs, what fallout Americans should expect, and the spiritual implications of U.S. consumerism.

On today's program: Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for Texas’s 14th district, discusses China’s response to President Trump’s tariff plan, budget reconciliation, and the latest efforts to eliminate government waste. Laurel Libby, Maine State Representative for House District 90, provides an update on her lawsuit after being censored for advocating for girls’ sports protections in the legislature. She also addresses the Trump administration’s decision to freeze Maine’s federal funds over Title IX. Sherri Gallick, Missouri State Representative for House District 62, talks about her bill to shield children from online pornography by requiring age verification. David Closson, Director of FRC’s Center for Biblical Worldview, discusses the arrest of a woman whose crime was holding a sign expressing her willingness to talk with women entering an abortion center.

On today's program: Marlin Stutzman, U.S. Representative for Indiana’s 3rd District, comments on President Trump’s tariffs and shares how his Protect American Beef Act will work hand in hand with the tariffs. He also offers an update on the budget reconciliation process. Spencer Morrison, Author of “Reshore: How Tariffs Will Bring Our Jobs Home and Revive the American Dream,” provides an overview of the new tariffs announced by President Trump and the financial impact on everyday Americans. Houston Gaines, Georgia State Representative for House District 120, unpacks who Georgia’s Religious Freedom Restoration Act protects and comments on his Democratic colleagues’ walkout protest. Arielle Del Turco, FRC’s Director of the Center for Religious Liberty, highlights her new report, “Is Prayer a Crime?: Government Restrictions on Prayer in Europe.”

On today's program: Dr. Greg Murphy, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of North Carolina, discusses President Trump’s Liberation Day tariff plan, as well as the State Department's report on China's crackdown on the freedom Hong Kong citizens. Chris Schandevel, Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel, reviews a Supreme Court case in which South Carolina argues that it should be allowed to stop using Medicaid dollars to fund Planned Parenthood. Pat Harrigan, U.S. Representative for North Carolina’s 10th District, former Green Beret, and member of the Armed Services Committee, offers insight as into how the Pentagon’s heightened fitness standards may affect women in military combat roles. Ron Johnson, U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, discusses the financial impact of America’s withdrawal from the World Health Organization. He also explains the current status of the Senate’s budget blueprint.

On today's program: James Lankford, U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, discusses the latest developments on budget reconciliation, Senate Democrats blocking military aid to Israel, and his bill to protect pastors’ free speech. Nathaniel Moran, U.S. Representative for Texas’s 1st District, offers insight on the House fight over proxy voting. John Cornyn, U.S. Senator from Texas, shares breaking news about illegal border crossings, as well as President Trump’s actions to deport violent gang members. Chuck Grassley, U.S. Senator from Iowa, describes his legislation to stop judicial overreach in the lower courts. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, reviews his new book, Life After Roe, which was released today.

On today's program: Dr. Roger Marshall, U.S. Senator from Kansas, highlights his bill to recognize only two biological sexes in federal law. He also discusses the latest developments regarding President Trump’s tariffs and the current status of budget reconciliation. Matt Carpenter, Director of FRC Action, provides insights into the Supreme Court races in Wisconsin and explains how two special elections in Florida will determine the future balance of power in the House of Representatives. Mark Harris, U.S. Representative for North Carolina’s 8th District, explains the significance of his bill to repeal the Johnson Amendment, which has historically threatened the free speech rights of pastors. Pastor Carter Conlon, General Overseer of Times Square Church, reveals how God is touching the hearts and minds of students on college campuses.

On today's program: Marlin Stutzman, U.S. Representative for Indiana’s 3rd District, shares the latest updates on DOGE following Elon Fox interview and previews the upcoming House vote on the SAVE Act that would protect America’s elections. Eric Burlison, U.S. Representative for the 7th District of Missouri, discusses his call to investigate the attacks on Tesla automobiles. Meg Kilgannon, FRC’s Senior Fellow for Education Studies, examines how the Trump administration is investigating the state of California for encouraging schools to hide students’ gender identity from parents. Susan Humphries, Kansas State Representative, talks about the Satanic Black Mass that took place outside the Capitol in Topeka, as well as other positive developments for pro-life parents. David Closson, FRC’s Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, reports on a victory in Kentucky that protects pastors and counselors, Virginia’s Governor Glenn Youngkin’s veto that shields those who pray in front of abortion clinics, Pew Rese

On today's program: Quena Gonzalez, FRC’s Senior Director of Government Affairs, shares highlights from the Defund Big Abortion lobbying day held on Capitol Hill, as well as President Trump's decision to pause taxpayer dollars for Planned Parenthood. Ryan King, Reporter for the New York Post, offers insight into the House and Senate Intelligence Committee hearings on global threats. Josh Hawley, U.S. Senator from Missouri, discusses whether Dr. Mehmet Oz, President Trump's nominee for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, will effectively address issues related to life and transgender surgeries for minors. Travis Weber, FRC’s Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, examines findings from the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom regarding Saudi textbooks that promote intolerance and violence. Chris Smith, U.S. Representative for the 4thDistrict of New Jersey, reviews proposed legislation aimed at ending taxpayer funding for abortion and defunding Planned Parenthood.

On today's program: Quena Gonzalez, FRC’s Senior Director of Government Affairs, discusses the GOP’s efforts to require proof of citizenship to vote and President Trump's decision to pause funding for Planned Parenthood. Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative for Tennessee’s 2nd district, compares the media's response to the Trump team’s group chat fiasco with the lack of scrutiny Hillary Clinton faced for using an unsecured server for official business. He also reviews the hearings targeting federal funding for PBS and NPR. Troy Miller, President & CEO of National Religious Broadcasters, underscores the importance of the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act and explains why some might oppose it. Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports on Israel’s response to Mike Huckabee's nomination and the anti-Hamas protests in Gaza. Ken Blackwell, FRC Action’s Special Advisor for Election Integrity, reviews President Trump’s executive order to protect the integrity of American elections.

On today's program: Warren Davidson, U.S. Representative for Ohio’s 8th District, provides an update on the budget reconciliation process between the House and Senate. Andy Biggs, U.S. Representative for Arizona’s 5th District, discusses proposed legislation aimed at curbing judicial activism in the lower courts. Jody Hice, FRC Action President, expounds on concerns stemming from judicial activism. Ed Setzler, Georgia State Senator, explains new state legislation designed to protect Georgia citizens from being compelled to violate their conscience. Jacob Kersey, former Georgia police officer and current Operations Coordinator for FRC Action, shares how he was targeted for his faith and what a new statewide bill would do to protect his religious freedom.

On today's program: Caroline Glick, International Affairs Advisor to the Prime Minister of Israel, offers insight on the latest from Israel and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s convening of a security meeting over Turkish involvement in Syria. Travis Weber, FRC’s Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, discusses new legislation designed to rein in the power of federal judges issuing national injunctions. James Comer, U.S. Representative for the 1stDistrict of Kentucky, reviews elements of the House Task Force on Declassification regarding the JFK files and then discusses the latest on budget reconciliation.

On today's program: Keith Self, U.S. Representative for Texas’s 3rd District, comments on President Trump’s press conference, mounting attacks on Tesla dealerships, the ongoing Ukraine-Russia peace talks, and a potential ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Sonja Shaw, President of the Chino Valley Unified School District Board of Education, discusses how President Trump’s executive order to dismantle the Department of Education may have positive effects on local communities. David E. Smith, Executive Director of the Illinois Family Institute, discusses the Illinois House Bill 2827, which targets homeschool parents with potential prison time. David Closson, Director of FRC’s Center for Biblical Worldview, explores President Trump’s recent executive order regarding the Department of Education and other policies from his first two months in office.

On today's program: Greg Steube, U.S. Representative for Florida's 17th District, discusses President Trump’s executive order to eliminate the Department of Education, as well as recent developments in Israel and the Russia-Ukraine war. Meg Kilgannon, FRC’s Senior Fellow for Education Studies, analyzes President Trump’s goal to downsize the federal role in education. Steve Marshall, Attorney General of Alabama, addresses the coalition of 26 state attorneys general who are defending the Trump administration’s recent actions to deport gangs such as Tren de Aragua. Dave Yost, Attorney General of Ohio, shares insights about an Ohio appeals court decision that allows transgender procedures for children to resume. Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, Director of FRC’s Center for Family Studies, explains the importance of passing laws that protect children from gender mutilation surgeries.

On today's program: Glenn Grothman, U.S. Representative for Wisconsin’s 6th District, discusses the latest on the Ukraine-Russia war and courts that are blocking the Trump administration’s policies on transgenders in the military, USAID, and deportations. Jeremy Dys, First Liberty Institute Senior Counsel, offers a legal perspective on the judges blocking the Trump administration’s policies. Dr. Owen Strachan, FRC’s Senior Fellow at the Center for Biblical Worldview, considers the Trump transgender military policy and the fight over Title IX in Maine. Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, shares the current state of the Israel-Hamas war and how the future ceasefire talks may unfold.

On today's program: Pat Harrigan, U.S. Representative for North Carolina’s 10th District , comments on the Israel-Hamas ceasefire collapse, the Ukraine-Russia peace talks, Trump’s deportation of gang members to El Salvador, and the return of astronauts from the International Space Station. Edward Graham, Chief Operating Officer at Samaritan's Purse, talks about the humanitarian response to Midwestern storms and provides an update on Hurricane Helene relief efforts. Joel Rosenberg, Host of the Rosenberg Report, Editor-In-Chief of All Israel News and All Arab News, offers insight on the tensions in the Middle East and Southeast Asia and discusses his latest book, “The Beijing Betrayal.”

On today's program: Matt Carpenter, FRC Action Director, offers analysis of the latest NBC News polling of the upcoming 2026 midterm elections. Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative from the 2nd District of Tennessee, offers the latest on the Houthi attacks, Venezuelan gang deportations, and plans to codify President Trump’s executive orders. Kyle Brosnan, Chief Counsel for The Heritage Foundation's Oversight Project, explains the allegations of autopen abuse by the Biden White House and its possible legal implications. Dr. Dave Brat, Senior Vice President of Business Relations at Liberty University and former congresssman, discusses the current state of the economy, the impact of Trump’s tariffs, and stock market fluctuations. Todd Bensman, Senior National Security Fellow at Center for Immigration Studies, reacts to the deportation of migrant gang members and explains the legal rationale for sending them to El Salvador.

On today's program: Mark Harris, U.S. Representative for North Carolina’s 8th District, discusses the avoidance of a government shutdown and President Trump’s speech at the U.S. Department of Justice. Will Chamberlain, Senior Counsel for the Article III Project, explores the criminal charges expected to be filed against ActBlue for money laundering and allegations of funding terror organizations. Laurel Libby, Maine State Representative for House District 90, shares insight into her lawsuit filed after being banned from voting or speaking in the Maine legislature. David Closson, Director of FRC’s Center for Biblical Worldview, offers commentary on the Ukraine-Russian war, Gov. Newsom’s comments on women’s sports, and Oregon’s “Abortion Provider Appreciation Day,” from a biblical perspective.

On today's program: Lindsey Graham, U.S. Senator from South Carolina, offers insight to the government shutdown fight, peace negotiations in the Russia-Ukraine war, and the ongoing violence in Syria. Pete Ricketts, U.S. Senator from Nebraska and Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, shares the latest on the deregulation efforts at the EPA. Dr. George Barna, FRC’s Senior Research Fellow for the Center for Biblical Worldview, analyzes faith and cultural trends likely to emerge in 2025.

On today's program: Suzanne Bowdey, Editorial Director and Senior Writer at The Washington Stand, provides an update on the Continuing Resolution. Chris Smith, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of New Jersey, discusses the slaughter of religious minorities in Syria as well as the House Foreign Affairs hearing where Tony Perkins testified earlier today about Christian persecution in Nigeria Burgess Owens, U.S. Representative for Utah’s 4th District, reacts to the layoffs at the Department of Education and President Trump’s plans to phase out the department.