The Lars Larson Show Interviews

A mayor's proclamation recognizing the nuclear family has sparked fierce debate and packed public meetings. Should local governments promote traditional family structures, or stay out of cultural debates altogether?

Eric Overholser is Mayor of Battle Ground, Washington. He joins the show to discuss his proclamation celebrating the nuclear family, the reaction from the community, and the role local governments should play in recognizing social and cultural values.

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Environmental groups are trying to use the Endangered Species Act to challenge a decades-old dam that a federal judge already cleared. Could this case change the rules for water districts across the country?

Sydney Madigan is a Legal Fellow at Pacific Legal Foundation. She joins the show to discuss the legal challenge against Winchester Dam, the limits of the Endangered Species Act, and what the case could mean for property owners and water infrastructure operators.

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A new investigation found that passengers can be charged dramatically different prices for the exact same trip while drivers take home a shrinking share of the fare. Is the ride-share business becoming less transparent?

Adam Kovacevich is Founder and CEO of the Chamber of Progress, a technology industry policy group. He joins the show to discuss allegations involving Uber and Lyft pricing practices, consumer transparency, and whether regulators should take a closer look at the ride-share industry.

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A man says he was threatened with arrest for handing out religious literature on a public sidewalk. If government officials violate your First Amendment rights, should they be protected from lawsuits?

Hiram Sasser is General Counsel for First Liberty Institute. He joins the show to discuss a case now headed to the Supreme Court, the doctrine of qualified immunity, and whether Americans have meaningful legal remedies when government officials violate constitutional rights.

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The Supreme Court is entering the final weeks of its term with more than 20 major decisions still pending, including cases involving executive authority, immigration, gun rights, election law, and administrative agencies. Could this be one of the most consequential Supreme Court terms in years?

Don Brown is a constitutional attorney, former Navy JAG officer, former federal prosecutor, and bestselling author of Kangaroo Court. He joins the show to discuss the biggest cases still awaiting decisions, what they could mean for presidential power, and how the Court's rulings may shape the legal and political landscape moving forward.

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A major hospital system has agreed to settle federal allegations tied to transgender procedures for minors and has pledged to stop offering those services. Should taxpayer-supported healthcare programs be involved in funding them in the first place?

Ken Blackwell is President of the Council for National Policy, Chairman of the Conservative Action Project, and a former Ohio Secretary of State. He joins the show to discuss the Cleveland Clinic settlement, federal healthcare funding, and the broader debate over taxpayer support for pediatric transgender procedures.

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A major attack targeting a high-profile event in the nation's capital was reportedly stopped just days before it could be carried out. Are large public gatherings becoming increasingly attractive targets for extremists?

Michael Letts is founder, president, and CEO of InVest USA, a nonprofit that supports law enforcement agencies across the country. He joins the show to discuss the alleged plot targeting the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House, evolving domestic terror threats, and the security challenges facing major public events.

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The United States has long led the world in scientific research and innovation. With major cuts proposed for federal research funding, is America risking its competitive edge at the exact moment China is accelerating its investment?

Dr. Henry Miller is a physician, molecular biologist, and the founding director of the FDA's Office of Biotechnology. He joins the show to discuss proposed cuts to federal research spending, the growing competition with China in science and technology, and what the long-term consequences could be for American innovation and economic growth.

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Many union members have shifted politically in recent years, yet their unions continue directing the overwhelming majority of political spending to Democrats. Do union leaders still represent the views of their members?

Tom Jones leads the American Accountability Foundation, a government watchdog organization focused on transparency and public policy. He joins the show to discuss political spending by the United Steelworkers, the role of union dues in politics, and whether union leadership is aligned with the priorities of its membership.

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After years of funding terrorist groups and launching attacks across the Middle East, Iran could soon gain access to hundreds of billions of dollars in new investment. Is that a path to peace or a reward for bad behavior?

Tim Chapman is President of Advancing American Freedom, a public policy organization founded by former Vice President Mike Pence. He joins the show to discuss reports of a potential reconstruction fund for Iran, the future of U.S.-Iran relations, and whether countries targeted by the regime should play any role in rebuilding its economy.

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