Truth in Politics and Culture with Dr. Tony Beam

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture the US Supreme Court agrees with the Sixth Circuit in United States v. Skrmetti, that Tennessee can protect minors against mutilating transgender surgery, puberty blockers, and cross hormone treatments. President Trump is weighing the potential consequences of direct military intervention in Iran. I will talk about the pros and cons and give an analysis of intelligence on the state of Iran's nuclear program from IAEA, Israel and the US.

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, I will give a quick recap of the highlights of the Southern Baptist Convention Annual meeting, President Trump comes home early from the G7 Summit to address the Israeli/Iranian conflict, J.J. Spaun fulfills his responsibility as a dad and wins the U.S. Open, the terrible murders and wounding of Minnesota lawmakers takes center stage as a suspect is captured, and how should Christians engage in a toxic culture and political environment?

The Southern Baptist Convention will deal with several major issues at this year's annual meeting in Dallas. The future of a SBC agency (ERLC) will be debated along with financial transparency, how to deal with sexual abuse allegations, and the proper role of women in ministry. Ukraine pulls off an incredible attack against Russia raising the stakes in any peace negotiation, the US suffers three terrorist attacks against Jewish citizens, and the Big Beautiful Bill runs into budget hawk opposition in the Senate.

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture the city of Columbia, South Carolina comes under fire for a four year old ordinance that bans licensed counselors from using "conversion therapy." The Trump Administration gets a boost for its economic policy from an April income and inflation report that shows income rising and inflation dropping.

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, South Carolina's serious problem with domestic violence is revealed in a tragic murder suicide on I-85. Will our lawmakers and judicial system begin to address the leniency of the courts when dealing with domestic violence? Also, I talk about the latest on U.S. negotiations with Iran over their nuclear program and with Hamas over the war in Gaza.

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture President Trump begins Memorial Day with an attack against his enemies on Truth Social, but delivers an inspiring speech at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Wreath Laying Ceremony. Putin defies President Trump's call to a ceasefire by launching the largest drone and missile attack of the war affecting 30 cities and killing 12 in Ukraine, The Justice Department cancels a record fine against a Christian University, and we learn more about the government's cover-up of COVID 19 vaccination side effects.

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, the Big Beautiful Bill passes the House by one vote. What is in the bill? How will the Senate react? How will it affect the deficit and debt? Plus, the number of abortions are down in South Carolina but preliminary numbers from 2024 show between 2000-3000 abortions each year. We must do more to convince lawmakers to protect life.

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, we talk about how leaders are responding to the news that President Biden has advanced prostate cancer. How should believers respond? How should we engage in political discussions when the political atmosphere is so toxic? What is there current realtionship between the U.S., Saudi Arabia, and Qatar? President Trump has a two hour phone call with President Putin? Are we closer or further away from a ceasefire?

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture the South Carolina Supreme Court unanimously upholds the Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act, after a 26 hour marathon, the House passes the framework for the budget bill, and President Trump negotiates investment deals with Saudi Arabia and Qatar, and announces the lifting of U.S. sanctions against Syria,

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, the South Carolina Legislature ends it 2025 session. I will do a quick recap of the major bills passed. The Trump Administration negotiates the release of Edan Alexander and strikes a 90 day trade deal with China. President Trump's willingness to accept a 747 from Qatar sends the media and some politicians into a frenzy.