Washington Watch

On today’s program:

Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the “Outstanding” podcast, reports on the first meeting of the Gaza Board of Peace, former Prince Andrew’s arrest for misconduct alleged in the Epstein files and President Trump’s comments on potential deployment of ICE agents to Atlanta as the DHS shutdown enters Day 6.

Michael Rubin, Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), assesses the first Gaza Board of Peace meeting, unpacks Hamas’s tightening grip on Gaza and the latest in Iran-US talks.

Walt Heyer, Senior Fellow at FRC and co-author of Embracing God's Design, reacts to Chloe Cole getting her date in court to take on Kaiser Foundation Hospitals for their role in permanently altering her body, the Wisconsin state senate moving bills forward that would protect kids from the harms of gender transition procedures. He also reflects on the tragic shooting in Rhode Island and comments on the mental implications of gender transition procedures.

Bill Cassidy, U.S. Senator from Louisiana, itemizes his desired reforms for the FDA, including on the Biden-era policy changes on mifepristone and illegally allowing abortion drugs to be mailed into pro-life states.

Tyler O’Neil, Senior Editor of The Daily Signal, explains the current state of censorship against conservatives and Christians.

On today’s program:

Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the “Outstanding” podcast, reports on Day 5 of the partial government shutdown, the FDA’s decision to reverse course and agree to review its decision on Moderna’s new mRNA flu vaccine and Vice President JD Vance’s update on U.S.-Iran talks.

Robert Aderholt, U.S. Representative for Alabama's 4th District, shares the status of Department of Homeland Security funding talks, and exposes the negative impact of so-called gender transition procedures, especially in light of the shooting in Rhode Island.

Sam Brownback, former U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom, calls out the Iranian regime’s persecution of Christians, unpacks why China is the global ‘puppet master’ of religious persecution, and highlights his upcoming book, China’s War on Faith.

Kristan Hawkins, President of Students for Life, shares why SFLA is standing with Louisiana in the state’s lawsuit against the FDA.

Bunni Pounds, President of Christians Engaged and visionary for America Reads the Bible, reflects on America’s 250th anniversary and its Christian roots.

On today’s program:

Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the “Outstanding” podcast, reports on the fourth day of the Democrat-led partial government shutdown, a Rhode Island shooting allegedly perpetrated by a transgender individual and the Iranian regime’s partial shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mark Harris, U.S. Representative for North Carolina’s 8th District, reveals the latest developments to end the partial government shutdown after a White House proposal was sent to Democrats. He also comments on the tragic Rhode Island shooting and why two major medical associations are backtracking on recommendations on transgender surgery for minors.

Jonathan Hessen, Senior Fellow at the Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security, shares insights into recent Iranian military drills and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the ongoing US-Iran talks.

Cherielynn Westrich, State Senator for Iowa’s 13th District, highlights a state bill that would prohibit telehealth, mail-order prescriptions for the abortion drug mifepristone.

Kevin Waldman, Founder and CEO of PsychFORM, breaks down his research study showing 88 percent of college students pretend to hold progressive views in order to be socially and academically accepted.

Dr. Jeff Myers, President of Summit Ministries, advises parents and college aged-students on how to interpret and learn from the PsychFORM study findings in their own lives.

On today’s program:

Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the “Outstanding” podcast, reports the latest on the partial government shutdown, and Israeli air force’s strikes on terrorist targets across Gaza in response to violations of the truce.

Dr. Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for Maryland’s 1st District, offers an update on the partial government shutdown and clarifies how frequent government shutdowns disrupt the continuity and stability of government operations and its workforce, and unpacks what overall effects they have on governing the country.

Dr. David Wurmser, Senior Analyst for Middle East Policy at The Center for Security Policy, reacts to the Israeli Cabinet’s decision to advance measures to safeguard archaeological sites from destruction by the Palestinian Authority, and renewing land registration in Judea and Samaria, enabling expanded designation of state land for Israeli development. He also previews of the Gaza Board of Peace upcoming meeting in DC.

Eric Johnston, Founder and President of Southeast Law Institute, gives his legal analysis of Alabama’s State House Bill 363 that would classify church service disruptions as a Class C felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison.

Travis Weber, FRC’s Vice President for Policy & Government Affairs, and Casey Harper, share about the impact of the partial government shutdown, comment on California Governor Gavin Newsom signing a 90 million dollar emergency funding bill for Planned Parenthood and break down good news coming out of Iowa, West Virginia and Ohio.

On today’s program:

Sarah Holliday, Reporter for the Washington Stand, reports on the impending partial government shutdown and the recovery of 3,364 unaccompanied migrant children in Minnesota.

Bob Onder, U.S. Representative for Missouri’s 3rd District, discusses the DHS funding battle, the status of the Save America Act, and the Chloe Cole Act, which will protect children from dangerous gender mutilation surgeries.

Jeff Hunt, Former Chairman of the Western Conservative Summit, shares the growing trend against support for legalizing marijuana and the broad-sweeping harm it has brought to states where it has been legalized.

Tina Descovich, CEO and Founder of Moms for Liberty, shares an artificial intelligence education initiative that seeks to protect children and helpful ways AI can be utilized to keep Americans safe and healthy.

Dr. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, explores new data about the frequency of church attenders who read the Bible daily, the Governor of Kentucky’s citation of scripture as his reason to veto a ban on gender procedures for minors, and the decision by the Church of England to halt work on LGBT+ equality.

On today’s program:

Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the “Outstanding” podcast, reviews the Senate Oversight Committee hearing on fraud and immigration enforcement in Minnesota and the drawdown of Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota.

Buddy Carter, U.S. Representative for Georgia’s 1st District, discusses the likelihood of a partial government shutdown and who will be affected, and provides an update on the Save America Act.

Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, Senior Research Fellow for Family Research Council, discusses the school shooting in Canada by a trans-identifying former student and addresses the growing number of violent actions by people struggling with gender dysphoria.

Chris May, President of Teen Pact, shares how his ministry is helping students deepen their relationship with Christ, understand the political process, value liberty, and defend their faith in today’s culture.

Travis Weber, FRC’s Vice President for Policy & Government Affairs, and Suzanne Bowdey, Editorial Director and Senior Writer at The Washington Stand, explain corporate America’s shift away from the Human Rights Campaign’s radical LGBT agenda, FRC’s petition to encourage Senate passage of the Save America Act, and the amicus brief submitted by FRC that challenges the FDA’s permissive attitude towards the harmful abortion drug, Mifepristone.

On today’s program:

Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the “Outstanding” podcast, reports on the meeting between President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump’s comments on Judea and Samaria, and Attorney General Pam Bondi’s testimony before the House Judiciary Committee.

Michael Rubin, Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), analyzes the White House meeting between President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and provides an update on Iran.

Justin Smith, Executive Director and CEO of the National Sheriffs Association, breaks down the controversy of masks for law enforcement officers and the decision by a judge to strike California’s ban on federal agents using masks.

Tommy Tuberville, U.S. Senator from Alabama, comments on the funding debate for DHS, the SAVE America Act, which seeks to secure election integrity, and efforts to ensure that America remains free of Sharia law.

Brian Babin, U.S. Representative for the 36th District of Texas, discusses the National Gathering for Prayer and Repentance, comments from the Director of Customs and Border Patrol, and the temporary closure of the airspace surrounding El Paso International Airport in his home state of Texas.

Chip Roy, U.S. Representative for Texas's 21st District, examines Attorney General Pam Bondi’s congressional testimony, the hearing on securing a Sharia-Free America, The Save America Act, and highlights FRC Action’s One Hundred Percent Awards.

On today’s program:

Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the “Outstanding” podcast, provides an update on the House committee hearings on ICE and Customs and Border Patrol, as well as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s trip to Washington, D.C., to discuss an Iran deal.

Pat Harrigan, U.S. Representative for North Carolina’s 10th District, covers the Homeland Security funding debate, the Pentagon’s decision to break ties with Harvard, and the announcement from Hamas that disarmament is off the table.

Josh Brecheen, U.S. Representative for Oklahoma’s 2nd District, shares what he learned during the Homeland Security hearing and U.S. policy challenges in Syria in a post- Bashar al-Assad regime.

Josh Hawley, U.S. Senator from Missouri, provides insight into a closed-door meeting with the FDA commissioner about the growing concerns over the unregulated abortion drug.

James Rosen, Newsmax Chief Washington Correspondent, offers a preview of a meeting between President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding the next steps toward peace and reviews his new book, “Scalia: Supreme Court Years, 1986 to 2001.”

On today’s program:

Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the “Outstanding” podcast, reports on hearings concerning anti-Semitism, the Epstein probe, and debates over funding for the Department of Homeland Security.

Marlin Stutzman, U.S. Representative for Indiana’s 3rd District, offers a perspective on the Homeland Security funding debate and efforts to safeguard America’s elections so every registered legal citizen can vote once in an election.

Michael Rubin, Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), unpacks the latest developments in the Iran-US talks and previews the upcoming meeting between President Trump and Israeli PM Netanyahu.

Dr. Albert Mohler, President of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, discusses a new study that explores the impact of a father on his young children, the Greater Than campaign that promotes the value of natural marriage, and two major medical associations that have adjusted their positions on gender-transition procedures for minors.

John Stemberger, Primary Founder and Chairman Emeritus of Trail Life USA and President of Liberty Counsel Action, reviews some state ballot initiatives challenging abortion and then explores potential broader public health concerns from abortion drugs.

On today’s program:

Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the “Outstanding” podcast, reports on the new guidance from the Department of Education for prayer and religious activities in schools, the faith message from the Seattle Seahawks’ head coach ahead of the Super Bowl, and the controversy over Netflix’s abundant transgender content aimed at children.

Morgan Griffith, U.S. Representative for Virginia’s 9th district, comments on the congressional funding battle surrounding DHS and ICE reforms, ideological challenges on Capitol Hill to secure elections, and the proposed lopsided congressional map for Virginia.

Phil Berger, North Carolina State Senate Leader, delves into allegations that the suspect in the fatal stabbing of Iryna Zarutska in Charlotte had been inappropriately released from prison, addresses the lax attitude on crime by state Democrats, and the early release or transition of roughly 3,500 criminals under the 2021 COVID-era settlement.

Holly Randall, Counsel at First Liberty Institute, reviews the U.S. Department of Education's new guidance for prayer and religious speech in public schools.

Dr. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, highlights FRC’s Biblical Worldview Workshops and tackles the shift in medical associations that are moving away from openly endorsing sex transition procedures on minors.