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The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper reports on the third anniversary of the Hamas terror attack in southern Israel, Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s address in Greece, where he states that the West is at an inflection point, and a new poll revealing that Republicans hold a slight advantage with Hispanic voters.

Andrew Clyde, U.S. Representative for Georgia's 9th District, responds to findings in a Rasmussen poll about a growing Republican affiliation among Hispanic voters, proposed legislation to improve election integrity through the MAGA Act, a federal judge’s ruling that calls banning noncitizens from voting unconstitutional, and explains what is at stake in the upcoming midterm elections.

John Pistole, Former Deputy Director of the FBI, analyzes efforts by the FBI to thwart the plot of a mass shooting “to kill non-Muslims” at the Mall of America by an 18-year-old born in Minnesota to Somali parents, and delves into a conversation about how conflicts overseas contribute to the rise of anti-Semitism and security threats here at home.

Paul Chappell, Senior Pastor of the Lancaster Baptist Church in California and President of West Coast Baptist College, discusses the Clergy Act, which he helped initiate and is awaiting President Trump’s signature. If signed, clergy who have taken advantage of the ministers’ Social Security exemption can opt back into Social Security contributions during an approved two-year window.

Dr. David Adesnik, Vice President of Research at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, recounts the Hamas terror attack on Israel as we reach its third anniversary, and considers how the attack contributed to a rise in anti-Semitism and Middle East tensions, including the wars in Gaza, Iran, and Yemen.

The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper reports on the ongoing talks between the U.S. and Iran, the approval of a firing squad for the convicted Fort Hood killer, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s response to questions about the Russian plague case.

Keith Self, U.S. Representative for Texas’s 3rd District and Founding Member of the Sharia Free America Caucus, provides insight into the latest developments in Iran, the meeting between the Foreign Ministers of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan, as they discuss efforts to counter the Houthi rebels in Yemen, and he reacts to Israel’s commemoration of the third anniversary of the October 7 Hamas terrorist attack.

Austin Knudsen, Montana Attorney General, comments on the anticipated impact of the Department of Justice’s efforts to protect parental rights that, according to the Garland Memo Report, were grossly violated under the Biden administration.

Greg Burt, Vice President of California Family Council, analyzes two bills signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom that require “anti-hate speech” instruction as part of existing workplace sexual harassment training, which extends the mandate to elected officials, and raises concerns for Christians who may view the policy as potentially chilling religious or political speech.

Julia Letlow, U.S. Representative for Louisiana's 5th District, responds to the Department of Justice’s efforts to dismantle a Hamas terror financing network that is raising funds from the United States, the impending court filing in the 5th Circuit by the FDA regarding the chemical abortion drug mifepristone, and her unwavering support of the Hyde Amendment.

The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper highlights intel on pulling U.S. bombers out of the U.K. following a terror threat, the latest developments in Iran and Yemen, and the reconvening of the U.S. Supreme Court.

Brigadier General (Ret.) John Teichert, former Assistant Deputy Under Secretary for the Air Force for International Affairs, dives into what precipitated the U.S. removal of bombers from England, Middle East tensions between the Houthis and the Official government of Yemen, and the role of Iran in that crisis.

Nick Reaves, Counsel at the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty, previews the SCOTUS docket that begins today and explores a religious liberty case in Colorado in which the Catholic Church claims the state is infringing on its religious liberty.

Brad Dacus, President and Founder of Pacific Justice Institute, explains how the city of Lakewood, California, is abusing a state law by confiscating 10 church buildings, claiming the city needs them for low-income housing.

James Comer, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Kentucky and Chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, reacts to a disturbing report from the DOJ on former U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland, the House Committee’s decision to continue investigating insider trading and prediction market platforms, and the White House’s announcement regarding the cost of socialism in America.

Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse shares information about the FlyDubai pilot speaking after the attack by his co-pilot, new information on Iran, and concerning news about the slowing job growth in the U.S.

Dr. David Wurmser, Senior Analyst for Middle East Policy at The Center for Security Policy, explores the latest developments with Iran, concerns over Turkey’s support for Hamas, and what Israel has learned during its investigation of the FlyDubai jet hijacked by the co-pilot.

Shahram Hadian, Former Muslim and Founder of Truth in Love Ministry, shares his story of life in Iran, becoming a follower of Christ, and how he continues equipping and supporting believers around the world through the Truth in Love Ministry.

Abigail DeJarnatt, Founder and CEO of Counteract USA, considers declining numbers within Generation Z who subscribe to a biblical worldview, economic factors contributing to their disenchantment in culture and politics, and how Counteract USA is seeking to disciple the younger generation.

Dr. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, reviews the risks of Artificial Intelligence and isolation among younger generations, a Christian consideration of the botched capital punishment execution in Tennessee, and the establishment of the Office of Religious Affairs at the Pentagon by the Secretary of War Pete Hegseth.

Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse provides an update on the hijacking attempt of the FlyDubai jet and shares the latest on the conflict with Iran.

Marlin Stutzman, U.S. Representative for Indiana’s 3rd District, discusses the Trump administration’s decision to remove Syria from the U.S. arms blacklist, whether we should be concerned about Syrian conversations with Hezbollah, and considers the impact midterm elections may have on the Middle East.

Joel Griffith, Senior Fellow at Advancing American Freedom, reviews why Treasury bonds have reached a 24-year high mark and explores what this could mean for American families.

Eyal Hulata, Senior International Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) and Former Head of Israel’s National Security Council (NSC), offers insight into what we’ve learned about the co-pilot who attempted to take down a jet flying from Dubai to Tel Aviv, how an Omani national got assigned to an Israel-bound plane, and more details being uncovered about the hijacker.

Chris Mitchell, CBN’s Middle East Bureau Chief, reviews the failed efforts by Senate Democrats to inject themselves into how Israel governs Judea and Samaria, Israel’s President Isaac Herzog’s visit to the Israel Defense Forces’ headquarters in Judea and Samaria, and what Israeli leadership is doing to stop extremist violence.

Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse shares how Democrats are seeking to condemn Israel over violence, covers the Senate’s vote on the Stop Insider Trading Act and the Ratepayer Protection Act, reports on the Fremont City Council vote, and a hijacked airline filled with Israeli passengers.

Tim Miller, President and Founder of LionHeart International Services Group and Former Secret Service Special Agent, reports on the heroic efforts of passengers to foil a hijack attempt on an Israeli airline and additional efforts in the U.K. to prevent a terrorist attack on a military base that houses U.S. forces.

Mike Kehoe, Governor of Missouri, explains his support for a state constitutional amendment that, if passed, will Prohibit Abortion and Gender Transition Procedures for Minors.

Andrew Coates, Volunteer Firefighter in Nebraska, responds to the unanimous vote by the Fremont City Council to revise the city hiring policy to include graduates of homeschooling.

Liz Murrill, Louisiana Attorney General, gives an update on the Louisiana v. FDA case and reviews the history of the Hyde Amendment on its 50th anniversary.

Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse reports on the White House Meeting with artificial intelligence leaders, President Trump, and House Speaker Johnson, the Senate’s efforts to reduce violence in Israel and ban stock trading in Congress, and the upcoming Fremont, Nebraska, council meeting that will impact the future of homeschool applicants to city positions, like the fire department.

Dr. Greg Murphy, U.S. Representative for North Carolina's 3rd District, reacts to the White House meeting on artificial intelligence, the current status of U.S.-China trade relations, the need for A.I. regulations, and new tariff negotiations between President Trump and China’s President Xi.

Dave Wasserman, Senior Editor and Elections Analyst at Cook Political Report, shares his forecast for the GOP ahead of the midterm elections.

Brent Keilen, FRC’s Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, reports from Fremont, Nebraska, ahead of the city council meeting that will vote on whether to reverse its anti-homeschool job-hiring policy.

State Senator Dave Murman, Nebraska District 28 and Chairman of the Committee on Education, previews the Fremont City Council vote tonight on whether to overturn its anti-homeschool hiring policy and discusses how the legislature can support homeschooling.

Chuck Grassley, U.S. Senator from Iowa and Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, explains how the hearings unfolded with the former prosecutor Jack Smith, who famously went after President Trump.

Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse reports on President Trump’s White House announcement today, a discouraging political forecast for the Republicans, and the upcoming Fremont, NE, city council meeting set to discuss the application of the homeschooled firefighter.

Jonathan Gilliam, former FBI Special Agent and Navy SEAL, shares insight into the arrests of 5 British nationals who appear to have been involved in a terror plot against a military installation from which the U.S. operates.

Hogan Gidley, Vice-Chair, Secure Elections Policy at AFPI, explores what to anticipate now that the U.S. Supreme Court has cleared the way for President Trump to continue its voter citizenship verification program to secure election integrity.

Alex Schadenberg, Executive Director at Euthanasia Prevention Coalition, provides context on Canada’s Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) program, how it takes advantage of people in their darkest hours, and where the safeguards within the system are breaking down.

Josh Hawley, U.S. Senator from Missouri, and Erin Hawley, Of Counsel at Alliance Defending Freedom, sat down with Tony at the Pray Vote Stand Summit to discuss their work to protect life, especially as it concerns the abortion drug and the nomination of Dr. Heidi Overton as the next FDA Commissioner.

The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper gives an update from the second day of meetings between China’s leader and President Trump, the final day of the U.N. General Assembly meetings, and considers what we can anticipate during the Congressional legislative wrap-up before the midterm elections.

Michele Bachmann, Distinguished Professor at Large for Regent University, provides greater context on Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s United Nations appearance when many delegations walked out during his speech, and explains why Christians should continue supporting Israel, while many in the world are abandoning them.

Brigitte Kranendonk, Granddaughter of the 83-year-old woman euthanized in Canada, explains what unfolded in the days leading up to the death of her grandmother under the Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) program in Canada and how her family is demanding answers, disputing the circumstances of her death.

Os Guinness, Author and Political Commentator, dives into new polling data revealing that the approval rating for socialism in America has reached 40% for the first time, and previews his new book on America's 250th anniversary, A Freedom Like No Other.

The Washington Standard’s Casey Harper offers an update on the White House meetings between Presidents Trump and Xi, the Senate confirmation hearings for the new FDA Commissioner, and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s speech to the United Nations General Assembly, including comments on NYC Mayor Mamdani’s dangerous rhetoric.

Marlin Stutzman, U.S. Representative for Indiana’s 3rd District, analyzes Prime Minister Netanyahu’s speech at the U.N. and the meeting between Presidents Trump and Xi at the White House.

David Chan-oong Kang, Author and Scholar of East Asian International Relations, provides insight into the White House meetings between President Trump and China’s President XI.

Gary Hamrick, Senior Pastor of Cornerstone Chapel, explains the rationale behind churches engaging in political discourse, and how his sermon, Why Your Vote Matters, went viral, prompting his church to host the Pray Vote Stand Summit.

Dr. Albert Mohler, President of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, discusses the Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pension Committee confirmation hearing, and how the gender ideology conversation factors into it.