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Washington Watch is a daily program hosted by Family Research Council President Tony Perkins that covers the issues of faith, family and freedom. Tony is your leading source for what is really happening in our nation’s Capital.
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On today’s program: John Cornyn, U.S. Senator from Texas, grades the legacy media’s coverage of the 2024 election. He also reacts to the Pentagon’s promotion of an official suspected of leaking of Israel’s war plans and the Israeli Knesset’s votes to expel UNRWA from the country. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, shares encouraging projections that conservatives in Kansas and Nebraska are poised to take over their state school boards. Joseph Backholm, FRC’s Senior Fellow for Biblical Worldview and Strategic Engagement, shares what’s behind the recent surge in churches starting Christian schools. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, comments on the United Nations Security Council’s debate over Israel’s retaliatory strike against Iran and unpacks why the Israeli Knesset voted to expel UNRAWA from their nation.
On today’s program: Brian Babin, U.S. Representative for the 36th District of Texas, comments on the latest developments in Isreal’s war against Iran and reacts to Vice President Kamala Harris’s comments reiterating abortion as her top campaign issue. Robert George, McCormick Professor of Jurisprudence at Princeton University, Katy Faust, Founder of Them Before Us, and Brent Keilen, FRC Action’s Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, share why biblical values matter more than political expedience. Mike Berry, AFPI’s Executive Director of the Center for Litigation, Bunni Pounds, President of Christians Engaged, and FRC Action Director Matt Carpenter unpack “The 2024 Election: What You Should Know and How to Engage.”
On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, debunks Vice President Kamala Harris’s lies about abortion at her recent campaign rallies. Aaron Baer, Center for Christian Virtue President, reacts to a Ohio judge’s decision to strike down the state’s pro-life law and shares how this is a warning for the other states with abortion referendums on the ballot. Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for the 14th District of Texas, sits down for an exclusive interview with Tony to share about his journey from being a street level drug dealer to faith in Christ. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, dives deep into the worldview of the presidential candidates.
On today’s program: Kevin Cramer, U.S. Senator from North Dakota, responds to Vice President Kamala Harris’s call to eliminate the filibuster in the Senate to enact her extreme abortion agenda and shares details of the forthcoming Stand with Israel Act. Andrew Clyde, U.S. Representative for the 9th District of Georgia, discusses the financial strain the Biden-Harris administration’s border crisis has created for state and local governments. Karen Bowling, Executive Director, Nebraska Family Alliance, explains why Nebraskans should vote yes on Initiative 434 and no on Initiative 439. Dr. A. J. Nolte, Director of the Institute for Israel Studies at Regent University, analyzes the energy crisis in Cuba following Hurricane Oscar. Dr. Quentin Van Meter, former American College of Pediatricians President, sets the record straight after a doctor refused to publish the results of a federal study showing no benefit from puberty blockers.
On today’s program: Mike Waltz, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Florida, shares how a recent Pentagon leak exposes the Biden-Harris administration’s lack of intelligence gathering in the Middle East and discusses the latest regarding Israel’s war against Iran-proxies Hamas and Hezbollah. Luther Harrison, Vice President of North American Ministries for Samaritan’s Purse, provides an update on the recovery effort in communities devastated by recent hurricanes. Jonathan Keller, CEO of California Family Council, discusses California’s Proposition 3, which would fundamentally alter the definition of marriage and family in the state. Dr. Albert Mohler, President of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, comments on Vice President Kamala Harris’s recent rejection of religious exemptions for abortion and unpacks the role of religion in the 2024 election.
On today’s program: Mike Rounds, U.S. Senator from South Dakota, discusses Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s trip to Israel and responds the FBI’s investigation into the leak of Pentagon documents possibly revealing Israel’s plans to attack Iran. Dr. Christina Francis, American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists CEO, announces the Women’s Healthcare Declaration, which advances the truth about dignified care for women, especially surrounding pregnancy. Jeff Laszloffy, President of the Montana Family Foundation, unpacks Montana’s CI-128 ballot measure, which would bring extreme abortion laws to Montana while interfering in the patient-physician relationship. Chuck Grassley, U.S. Senator from Iowa, exposes how the Biden-Harris administration’s border policy has enabled the exploitation of unaccompanied migrant children. Ben Aguiñaga, Solicitor General of Louisiana, shares his state’s recent court defense of legislation requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments in classrooms.
On today’s program: Scott Perry, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania’s 10th District, reacts to the leak of Pentagon documents on Israel’s plans to attack Iran and the discovery of UNRWA rations in the bunker of now-deceased Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. Mike Johnson, U.S. House Speaker, discusses how the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar at the hands the IDF is a “game changer” in the Middle East conflicts. Cathi Herrod, President of the Center for Arizona Policy, exposes Arizona’s Proposition 139 and how voters are being misled on the extreme ballot measure. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, provides an update from Israel on the developments following the elimination of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, the mastermind behind the October 7 terrorist attack.
On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports on the latest developments in Israel and unpacks the path forward following the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. Tara Rodas, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services whistleblower, discusses how the Biden-Harris administration’s border policy has enabled the exploitation of unaccompanied migrant children. Greg Steube, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Florida, sits down for an exclusive interview with Tony where they discuss his faith journey and how it was shaped by a miraculous recovery following a life-threatening accident. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, provides a biblical response to current events, including the recent death of Yahya Sinwar.
On today’s program: Lindsey Graham, U.S. Senator from South Carolina, discusses the latest news from Israel and responds to Vice President Kamala Harris’s recent one-on-one interview on Fox News. Christopher Mills, Founder of Spero Law LLC, shares the details of the amicus brief he partnered with FRC to submit in the U.S. Supreme Court case of the United States v. Skrmetti, which defends Tennessee’s Senate Bill 1 that protects children from harmful gender procedures. Dr. John Lott, Crime Prevention Research Center President, examines how the FBI quietly revised crime data demonstrating elevated crime levels during the Biden-Harris administration. Sid Edwards, Dean of Students and Head Football Coach at Istrouma High School in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, discusses the surge in violent crime in America’s cities and how spiritual renewal would address the root cause behind such violence.
On today’s program: Brigadier General (Ret.) John Teichert, former Assistant Deputy Undersecretary for the Air Force for International Affairs, responds to the Biden-Harris administration’s threat of an arms embargo against Israel. Madeleine Rowley, Investigative Reporter for The Free Press, reports on the dramatic increase in the sex trafficking of minors following the Biden-Harris administration’s border crisis. John Stemberger, President of Liberty Counsel Action, exposes Florida’s Amendment 4 and the abortion industry’s deceptive promotion of this amendment. Lauren Cooley, Executive Director of the Institute for Faith and Culture, discusses a recent survey showing a lack of civic engagement from many Christians and shares how the church can stand and meet this cultural moment. Brent Keilen, FRC Action’s Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, shares resources FRC Action has available to help Christians engage in voting and the civic process.
On today’s program: Andy Biggs, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Arizona, discusses how the Biden-Harris administration’s border crisis has affected communities throughout the country. Andrew Arthur, Resident Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies, analyzes the impact of illegal migrant children on public education. 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. Daniel Cohen, News Director at Real Life Network, reports from Israel with an update on the Jewish state’s ongoing campaign against Iran-proxies Hamas and Hezbollah.
On today’s program: Chad Wolf, former Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, assesses FEMA’s preparedness for Hurricanes Milton and Helene as well as reports that FEMA funding is being redirected from natural disaster response to address illegal immigration. Scott Perry, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania’s 10th District, reacts to the latest news in Israel’s war with its enemies. Chris Williams, Fellowship Church Senior Pastor, exhorts Missourians to go to the polls to vote against Amendment 3. Dr. Hormoz Shariat, Iran Alive Ministries President, unpacks the geopolitical situation in Iran and highlights how Iranian Christians are responding. He also shares how we are seeing biblical prophecy played out in real time.
On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports on the latest developments in Israel’s war against Hamas, Hezbollah, the Houthis and Iran. Matt Carpenter, FRC Action Director, speaks to the 41 million American Christians who are unlikely to vote this November. Phil Hopper, Lead Pastor at Abundant Life Church in Lee’s Summit, previews the Founded in Faith event this Sunday evening featuring Tony Perkins and David Barton. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, reacts to a biased CDC study regarding encouraging children struggling with their gender identity. She also comments on a case involving first graders in Pennsylvania being taught about gender transitions.
On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Michael Maibach, Distinguished Fellow for Save our States, reacts to Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s call to eliminate the Electoral College and explains why the Electoral College played a key role in the ratification of the United States Constitution. Diana Harshbarger, U.S. Representative from the 1st District of Tennessee, discusses the recovery process in her district following the destruction from Hurricane Helene. Ronald Gates, Pastor and Co-Founder of Greater Works Church, shares how local churches in North Carolina have aided the hurricane recovery effort while delivering a biblical message of hope. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, provides a biblical response to current events, including how Christians should respond to natural disasters.
On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Josh Brecheen, U.S. Representative for Oklahoma’s 2nd District, comments on news that an Afghan citizen was arrested in Oklahoma City for planning an Election Day terrorist attack. He also shares the latest on hurricane relief efforts and FEMA’s response. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, shares his theories on why the Biden-Harris administration is suddenly pivoting on Israel. Joel Grewe, HSLDA Action Executive Director, unpacks a new study showing an increase in number of homeschooled children in America. Dr. Miriam Grossman, Senior Fellow at DoNoHarmMedicine.org, unveils Do No Harm’s national database exposing the child transgender industry, the first of its kind.
On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Tennessee, discusses the recovery effort in Tennessee and throughout the Southeast region following Hurricane Helene. Josh Hammer, Senior Counsel at the Article III Project, previews the cases that will be heard by the U.S. Supreme Court this term. Travis Weber, FRC’s Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, reflects on highlights from the Pray Vote Stand Summit. Mary Szoch, FRC's Director of the Center for Human Dignity, reacts to Sen. JD Vance’s call to defund Planned Parenthood in a second Trump administration and highlights FRC Action’s new publication Life on the Ballot, which compiles information regarding upcoming abortion initiatives on the ballot in 10 states.
On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Mark Alford, U.S. Representative from the 4th district of Missouri, discusses the first anniversary of the October 7th terrorist attack on Israel. Akil Pano, a leading Albanian pastor, shares highlights from the recent Pray Vote Stand Summit and explains how the event provides encouragement for his pro-family work in a country where Christians are persecuted. John Amanchukwu, First Assistant and Youth & Young Adult Pastor at the Upper Room Church of God in Christ, recounts his forcible removal from a Wake County, North Carolina school board meeting for speaking out against pornographic material in schools and highlights his upcoming documentary film. Joel Rosenberg, Host of the Rosenberg Report, reflects on the first anniversary of the October 7th terrorist attack on Israel and analyzes Israel’s ongoing war effort.
On today’s program: Brent Keilen, FRC Action’s Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, reacts to the Vice-Presidential debate, highlights FRC Action’s election resources, and previews the upcoming Pray Vote Stand Summit. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, analyzes Iran’s ballistic missile attack on Israel and unpacks the Biden administration’s response to Israel’s ongoing war against Iran-proxies Hamas and Hezbollah. Mark Rubin, Executive Director for Israel Bonds Palm Beach County, discusses the launch of Israel Bonds’ "Invest in Life" global campaign dedicated to commemorating October 7th. Tim Wildmon, President of American Family Association and American Family Radio, provides an overview of the newly released film “Culture Warrior: Don Wildmon and the Battle for Decency.” Lou Engle, President of Lou Engle Ministries, shares his call for women to fast and pray on the National Mall in Washington, D.C on October 12, the Jewish Day of Atonement.
On today’s program: Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, provides an update from Judea-Samaria after Iran launched more than 200 missiles into Israel. Franklin Graham, President and CEO of Samaritan’s Purse, shares the ministry’s five-state response to Hurricane Helene. Gary Hamrick, Senior Pastor of Cornerstone Chapel in Leesburg, Virginia, shares a biblical worldview on how Christians should prayerfully consider casting their ballot and previews his presentation at the upcoming Pray Vote Stand Summit.
On today’s program: Mike Waltz, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Florida, analyzes the latest news regarding Israel’s war against both Hezbollah and Hamas and provides an update as his district recovers from Hurricane Helene. Buddy Carter, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Georgia, discusses his state’s response to Hurricane Helene. Edward Graham, Chief Operating Officer at Samaritan’s Purse, shares how the ministry is assisting communities ravaged by Hurricane Helene. Daniel Cohen, News Director at Real Life Network, reports from Israel as the IDF expands its campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
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