Truth in Politics and Culture with Dr. Tony Beam

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, close to 150 pastors rallied and supported a press conference at the Statehouse in Columbia. The pastors gather to push back against gambling and push for pro-life legislation to shut down chemical abortions in South Carolina. Six Minnesota prosecutors resign and then are fired by the Justice Department over a proposed investigation into Renee Good and her partner. President Trump raises the pressure on Greenland and pauses action toward Iran.

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, the upcoming South Carolina Legislative Session will feature debates over the expansion of gambling, and the willingness of lawmakers to go beyond the fetal heartbeat law in protecting life in the womb. In a closed door, classified session with lawmakers from both parties, Secretary of State Marco Rubio outlines the longterm plan for Venezuela, and the ICE agent shooting in Minneapolis of a 37 year old woman, who Administration officials say and video suggests, was using her car as a weapon, raises tensions between Minnesota officials and the Trump Administration.

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, South Carolina is on the verge of passing gambling legiislation that would allow casinos and online sports wagering and cause negative consequences for the culture. President Trump takes action on what is now called the "Donroe" Doctrine, in a daring military and law enforcement raid that brings Maduro and his wife to New York to face justice. What happens now? Who is in charge of Venezuela, and what are the likely long term consequences of this bold move?

Today on Truth on Politics and Culture, the 2026 South Carolina General Assembly will hold its first meeting on January 13. Casino Gambling and online sports wagering will top the list of cultural issues that have to potential to radically redefine the cultural climate in South Carolina. The Trump Administration releases its National Security Strategy inciting harsh criticism from some and rave reviews from others. What is the focus of the policy, how is it different from previous national security declarations, and what are the pros and cons of the new policy?

Today on Truth on Politics and Culture I will talk briefly about special selections in South Carolina that will be held on December 23. What is the latest information about the possibility of peace between Russia and Ukraine? Can Europe, the U.S. and Ukraine get on the same page and put pressure on Putin to accept the U.S. peace proposal? Also, IVF has become a political hot potato, especially among republicans, What are the theological, moral, and ethical questions we should be asking and answering concerning all forms of assisted reproductive technology (ART)?

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, we will talk about the latest peace proposals for ending war in Ukraine. The US, Ukraine, and Europe are now on the same page, but will Putin get on board? The Trump Administration appears to be on the verge of invading Venezuela...what are some possible reasons for talking this bold action? Also, the GOP faces a tough challenge in a red district in Tennessee. A Republican victory is a must.

Today on Truth and Politics and Culture the Epstein Files are going to be released but will their release satisfy the conspiracy theorists? A new Fox News poll that contacted 1,005 registered voters reveals many Americans may be losing trust in President Trump. Rep. Jasmine Crockett falsely implies prominent Republicans accepted campaign cash from Jeffery Epstein, A UN backed climate change confab reveals the hypocrisy of the Climate Change movement, and what is the meaning of the word "normie"? How is it being used against more traditional Americans?

President Trump calls for Congress to vote in favor of releasing the Epstein Files., The simmering rift between President Trump and Majorie Taylor Greene boils over into open hostility as the President withdraws all support for Greene, New information provided to the New York Post from an anonymous source reveals disturbing details about Thomas Crooks digital footprint, including posts that called for violence and that link him to the online furry community,

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, President Trump signs a bill ending the longest government shutdown in U.S, history. Democrats, with help from many in the legacy media, try to blame Republicans for the failure of Obama Care. The Epstein files controversy grows as democrats release emails between Epstein and Maxwell and Epstein and Wolfe.

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, exit polling data in New York City, New Jersey, and Virginia reveal a growing radicalism among younger voters as women, independents, and immigrants fuel democrat victories. What, if anything, does this mean for the 2026 midterm elections? Also, the Supreme Court hears oral arguments on the constitutionality of Trump's tariff policies. What is the likely outcome and how will it affect Americans in the short term and the long term?