Big Tech has crossed a dangerous line, and one mom is fighting back. Melissa McKay and her team at the Digital Childhood Institute have filed a sweeping 50-page complaint with the Federal Trade Commission. The complaint accuses Apple of endangering children through deceptive App Store practices, including:

• Marketing explicit content to minors
• Allowing data collection without parental consent
• Billing parents for unauthorized in-app purchases

Melissa is not just an advocate. She’s a mother of five who turned her concern for her own kids into a nationwide movement. From launching the first campaigns demanding App Store accountability to helping pass Utah’s groundbreaking App Store Accountability Act in 2025, she has become one of the strongest voices in America for online child safety.

On this week’s episode of The SoCon Report, I sit down with Melissa to talk about this landmark case, why it matters for every family, and what you can do to protect your children online.

Here are just a few of the questions we dig into:

• What violations does the complaint allege, and how do they put kids at risk?
• How are children being trapped in exploitative contracts through apps?
• What immediate steps can parents and policymakers take to make the internet safer for kids?

This is a conversation every parent, grandparent, and policymaker needs to hear.

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What happens when a teacher’s faith collides with a school’s pronoun policy?

In our latest podcast, I sit down with Josh Hershberger, attorney, minister, and Director of the Church Ambassador Network, to discuss the case of John Kluge. In 2018, Kluge resigned from Brownsburg Community School in Indiana after his religious exemption to a pronoun policy was revoked. His case is now headed to a jury, and the outcome could set a powerful precedent for religious liberty in classrooms nationwide.

Josh unpacks why this case matters for teachers, parents, and people of faith, and what it means for the future of religious freedom in America’s schools, including:

·     Religious freedom at stake: Kluge’s fight against a school pronoun policy could shape how schools across the country handle faith-based accommodations.

·     Legal insights: Why the court’s rejection of the school’s “emotional distress” claim is a key turning point.

·     National implications: The outcome of this case may set a precedent for teachers, public employees, and people of faith navigating similar cultural battles.

We hope you’ll take time to watch and share this important discussion. Together, we can ensure that people of faith are free to live out their convictions.

Don’t miss this important conversation.

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I'm Craig DeRoche, CEO of Family Policy Alliance, and I want to personally invite you to listen to the latest episode of “The SoCon Report” podcast for a critical conversation in the battle for children and families.

Last week, 16 state attorneys general, led by New York's Letitia James, filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for its efforts to protect children from transgender medical procedures. These states are challenging the administration’s January executive order “Protecting Children from Chemical and Surgical Mutilation,” calling it unconstitutional.

This week, we’re joined by Joseph Kohm, Policy Director at Family Policy Alliance and a leading voice in the Help Not Harm movement. He breaks down what this lawsuit means, where the fight to protect children stands, and how you can take action.

We’ll cover:

• Why these states are suing
• What the lawsuit means for parental rights and state laws
• How recent court rulings, including the Skrmetti decision, support protecting children
• What’s next, and how you can get involved

Watch the episode now and share it with others who care about protecting children and parental rights.

Thank you for standing with us to protect children as we continue to lead the Help Not Harm movement.

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This week, Craig is joined by Jason McGuire, Executive Director of New York Families Foundation, who is speaking out after being sentenced to eight weekends in jail.

Jason says this politically motivated sentence stems from a minor campaign finance reporting error, but in truth, it's about his bold stand for life, faith, and family in a state that’s increasingly hostile to biblical values.

In this candid and moving conversation, Jason shares:

• How he learned of his sentence while preparing to attend our SoCon Conference
• His experience during his first weekend of incarceration
• What’s next in his fight for religious liberty in New York
• How you can help defend pro-family values in your own backyard

If you care about religious freedom, the rule of law, and the ability to speak biblical truth in the public square, this is a story you need to hear.

Thank you for standing with us for faith, family, and freedom.

Listen to the episode now and learn how you can stand with New York Families Foundation in this fight.

Don’t miss this important conversation.

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Learn more about the New York Families Foundation at https://newyorkfamilies.org.

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We recently celebrated a series of social conservative victories at the SoCon Conference in Indianapolis, but the fight to defend biblical values is far from over. In our newest podcast episode, we’re turning our attention to Wisconsin, where the state’s Supreme Court just advanced a troubling pathway for promoting transgender ideology to minors.

At the heart of the case Evers v. Marklein is a rule that could force licensed counselors and therapists to affirm only one viewpoint when working with children struggling with gender dysphoria. Wisconsin Family Council is speaking out, warning that the state’s highest court is overstepping its constitutional authority.

To break this down, Craig DeRoche is joined by Daniel Degner, president of Wisconsin Family Council. Daniel has been a trusted leader in the pro-life and pro-family movement in Wisconsin and across the country. In this episode, we discuss:

• What happened in Evers v. Marklein
• How Wisconsin’s Supreme Court ruling impacts religious liberty and free speech
• The chilling effect on counselors and families
• Why this matters beyond Wisconsin’s borders

Daniel also reflects on his recent experience at the SoCon Conference and shares where the movement is headed next.

Listen to the episode now and learn how you can stand with Wisconsin Family Council in this fight. Don’t miss this important conversation.

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Learn more about the Wisconsin Family Council at https://wifamilycouncil.org.

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Did you know that the One Big Beautiful Bill includes new wins in education that will impact your family and community?

On the latest episode of “The SoCon Report,” Craig sat down with Michael King, President of the Massachusetts Family Institute, where he is leading several new educational breakthroughs for families.

Together, they unpack the Educational Choice for Children Act (ECCA), a part of the new legislation that increases school choice freedom by establishing a $5 billion school voucher program.

Watch now to discover:

• How the bill offers new school choice options
• Family policy victories in blue states like Massachusetts
• Upcoming social conservative battles you need to know about
• How state leaders like Michael are advancing wins for families across America

Don’t miss this important conversation.

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Learn more about the Massachusetts Family Institute at https://mafamily.org.

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What does the One Big Beautiful Bill mean for you, your family, and the future of America?

On the latest episode of “The SoCon Report,” Craig sat down with a leader who knows the answer better than anyone: Bob Vander Plaats, president and CEO of The Family Leader in Iowa and one of the most trusted voices in the conservative movement.

Together, they unpack what’s really in the bill President Trump signed on July 4 and why it’s being called a historic win for social conservatives. From ending funding for Planned Parenthood, improving school choice, and delivering tax relief for working Americans, this bill offers some major wins for social conservatives.

Watch now to discover:

• How the bill impacts pro-life policy
• What it means for religious freedom and parental rights
• The behind-the-scenes spiritual story from Washington
• How state leaders like Bob are advancing conservative wins across America

Don’t miss this important conversation.

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Learn more about The Family Leader at https://thefamilyleader.com.

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As we prepare to celebrate Independence Day, we’re reminded that America’s greatness is rooted in our God-given freedoms that we must protect and pass on to the next generation.

That’s why I hope you’ll tune in to this week’s episode as we talk with own Grace Youngson, co-host of our “House to Home” podcast with Joseph Kohm.

Grace came to the U.S. from the United Kingdom, answering God’s call to be part of the pro-life generation. A graduate of Charis Bible College and a gifted communicator, she brings a powerful, faith-filled perspective on what makes America worth defending, especially when it comes to life, family, and religious freedom.

In this episode, we talk about:

• How God led Grace from the U.K. to America

• The freedoms we often take for granted, and why they matter

• What Gen Z believers are facing and how God is moving among them

• How older generations can encourage and equip the next wave of pro-family leaders

You’ll be encouraged and inspired by Grace’s bold faith and unwavering commitment to truth. To stay up to date on the fight to protect families and learn how to take action, follow us on social media!

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We’re excited to share a powerful new episode of “The SoCon Report” that hits at the heart of why we fight to protect faith, family, and freedom across America.

Family Policy Alliance CEO Craig DeRoche sits down with Nick Adolphsen, the new executive director of the Christian Civic League of Maine, to talk about how his team is standing strong for biblical values in one of the most politically challenging corners of the country.

Nick is a lifelong Mainer, the son of a pastor and carpenter, and a man with a heart for both hard work and spiritual truth. His journey from the construction site to public service has given him a unique perspective and deep conviction to lead the charge on some of today’s most critical cultural battles.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll hear in this episode:

-The fight for fairness in sports through legislation that would restore biological reality in Maine’s athletic programs by ensuring single-sex competition and spaces.

-Efforts to restore parental rights through a bill that seeks to reverse dangerous laws that let minors pursue gender transitions without parental consent.

-Work to support legislation protecting women and girls to ensure single-sex shelters remain safe spaces for vulnerable women and reinforce Title IX protections for female athletes.

Nick reminds us that Maine thrives when families are strong, churches are engaged, and policies protect life, liberty, and faith. His work reflects exactly why Family Policy Alliance partners with 40 state-level organizations like the Christian Civic League to impact lives, shape policy, and ensure that no state is left behind in the fight for truth.

Listen now and be inspired by what’s happening in Maine—and why it matters for all of us. To stay up to date on the fight to protect families and learn how to take action, follow us on social media!

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Learn more about the Christian Civic League of Maine at https://cclmaine.org.

We’re excited to share great news—and an inspiring new podcast episode you won’t want to miss.

Nebraska has officially signed a law to protect fairness in women’s sports, joining over half the states in the nation that have taken this stand for female athletes. This victory reflects years of work promoting model legislation that safeguards opportunities for girls to compete on a level playing field.

To celebrate this milestone, we’re joined by Nate Grasz, Executive Director of the Nebraska Family Alliance, one of our state partners and a key leader behind the scenes in making this law a reality.

Nate is a passionate advocate for faith, freedom, and family. He’s also the author of Would the Pilgrims Still Come to America Today? and the host of “The Nebraska Family Alliance Report” on the Bott Radio Network.

Watch now to see how Nebraska’s new law came to be, why it matters, and what it means for the future of the pro-family movement across the country.

To stay up to date on the fight to protect families and learn how to take action, follow us on social media! Join the pledge to PRAY, VOTE, and ENGAGE at https://familypolicyalliance.com/pledge.

Nebraska Family Alliance: https://nebraskafamilyalliance.org/.