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On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Chip Roy, U.S. Representative for the 21st District of Texas, discusses legislation he introduced to impose sanctions on officials at the International Criminal Court. Eugene Kontorovich, Director of the Center for Middle East & International Law at George Mason University Scalia Law School, provides a legal analysis of the lead prosecutor for the International Criminal Court seeking an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. James Agresti, President of Just Facts, shares the results of a new study finding that up to 27 percent of non-citizens are illegally registered to vote. Mary Szoch, FRC's Director of the Center for Human Dignity, responds to new legislation introduced by two Republican senators that would discourage states from prohibiting in vitro fertilization services and unpacks how Christians should consider IVF from a biblical worldview.

On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Mike Waltz, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Florida, provides analysis on how the sudden death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash could affect the Middle East. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, reacts to the lead prosecutor for the International Criminal Court seeking an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Hans von Spakovsky, The Heritage Foundation’s Senior Legal Fellow, discusses a recent House Committee hearing on election integrity efforts to prevent foreign influence on U.S. elections. Dr. Robert Malone, Chief Medical and Regulatory Officer for The Unity Project, unpacks recent Congressional testimony stating that the U.S. government funded gain-of-function research at the Wuhan Institute for Virology.

On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Tennessee, discusses the Israel Security Assistance Support Act that passed the House of Representatives. Avi Mizrachi, Founding Pastor of Dugit Outreach Ministries, joins from Israel and shares how the church can pray for both Christians and Jews in Israel. Sarah Holliday, Reporter for the Washington Stand, shares her experience at the Congressional Statute Dedication Ceremony held in honor of the Rev. Billy Graham at the U.S. Capitol. David Closson, FRC’s Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, examines the Left’s reaction to a commencement ceremony address by professional football player and devout Catholic Harrison Butker.

On today’s program: Victoria Marshall, Washington Watch Correspondent, shares the latest inflation report. Ted Cruz, U.S. Senator from Texas, reacts to the sentencing of a pro-life advocate following the Biden administration’s weaponization of the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act and shares how the Biden administration’s war on energy hurts working families. James Comer, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Kentucky, discusses the Chinese Communist Party’s effort to infiltrate U.S. institutions. Lindsey Graham, U.S. Senator from South Carolina, provides analysis of the Biden administration’s decision to withhold munitions from Israel for its war against Hamas and responds to President Biden using executive privilege to block the release of recordings from the investigation into his mishandling of classified documents.

On today’s program: Tom Tiffany, U.S. Representative for the 7th District of Wisconsin, provides an update on legislation to protect American sovereignty from the World Health Organization. Peter Breen, Executive Vice President and Head of Litigation at Thomas More Society, responds to the sentencing of a pro-life advocate following the Biden administration’s weaponization of the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act. Jason Johnson, President of the Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund, discusses National Police Week, as House Republicans prepare to bring pro-law enforcement legislation to the House Floor. Erick Stakelbeck, host of Stakelbeck Tonight, provides analysis of an Iranian official’s claim of that Iran has nuclear capability and discusses the latest news from Israel.

On today’s program: Victoria Marshall, Washington Watch Correspondent, shares the latest on the war between Israel and Hamas. Tommy Tuberville, U.S. Senator from Alabama, discusses the New York City trial against former President Donald Trump and provides an update on Israel’s war against Hamas. Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, explains why he joined a coalition of Republican Attorneys General opposing the World Health Organization’s proposed Pandemic Preparedness Agreement. Bill Koenig, Director of World Watch Daily, connects God’s covenant with Abraham as outlined in Genesis with the modern nation of Israel.

On today’s program: Kevin Cramer, U.S. Senator from North Dakota, reacts to the Biden administration withholding military support for Israel in its war against Hamas. Dr. A. J. Nolte, Director of the Institute for Israel Studies at Regent University, provides a history of the modern State of Israel on the eve of the 76th anniversary of its founding and explains why Christians must stand in support of Israel. Jack Hibbs, Senior Pastor of Calvary Chapel Chino Hills, highlights the upcoming Pray For and Stand With Israel Sunday on May 19 and explains the biblical mandate for Christians to support Israel.

On today’s program: Nathaniel Moran, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Texas, reacts to the Biden administration’s decision to halt the delivery of weapons to Israel if it invades Rafah in pursuit of Hamas terrorists. Nick Reaves, Counsel at the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty, celebrates a victory for religious liberty, as a federal appeals court ruled that a Catholic school can hire only faculty and staff that follow Catholic teachings and principles. John Stemberger, President of Liberty Counsel Action and Chairman of the Board Emeritus of Trail Life USA, discusses the Boy Scouts of America’s transition to Scouting America and highlights Trail Life USA as a Christian alternative for boys. Dr. Owen Strachan, FRC’s Senior Fellow at the Center for Biblical Worldview, offers a biblical worldview analysis of how the culture’s hostile perception of boys and masculinity hurts both boys and girls.

On today’s program: Ron Johnson, U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, provides an update on the effort to stop the World Health Organization’s proposed Pandemic Preparedness Agreement. David Cougle, Council Member for St. Tammany Parish in Louisiana, shares about the St. Tammany Parish Council voting to replace the parish’s library board to protect children from inappropriate and pornographic material. Tommy Waller, President & Founder of HaYovel, highlights The Israel Summit, taking place this month in Nashville. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, reacts to President Biden’s decision to place conditions on the United States’ support for Israel.

On today’s program: Katie Britt, U.S. Senator for Alabama, provides an update on Israel’s war against Hamas and shares about her upcoming pro-life initiative in the Senate. Chip Roy, U.S. Representative for the 21st District of Texas, explains the importance of the SAVE Act to prevent illegal immigrants from voting in federal elections. Steve Daines, U.S. Senator for Montana, discusses antisemitism on college campuses, including at George Washington University in Washington, DC, which he recently visited. Meg Kilgannon, FRC’s Senior Fellow for Education Studies, provides analysis of a hearing on Capitol Hill to examine antisemitism in K-12 classrooms. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, breaks down the specifics of the Antisemitism Awareness Act.

On today’s program: Simcha Rothman, member of the Israeli Knesset, shares the latest from Israel’s war against Hamas. Chad Wolf, former Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, reacts to reports of the Biden administration’s plan to bring evacuated Gazans to the United States. Mary Miller, U.S. Representative for the 15th District of Illinois, discusses Education Secretary Miguel Cardona’s recent testimony before the House Committee on Education and the Workforce regarding the Biden administration’s radical rewrite of Title IX. Meg Kilgannon, FRC’s Senior Fellow for Education Studies, comments on Education Secretary Cardona’s House Education Committee testimony, comments on the Boy Scouts of America’s name change to Scouting America. Dr. Roger Marshall, U.S. Senator from Kansas, highlights his letter to President Biden demanding answers on why the White House is blocking aid to Israel.

On today’s program: Tom Cotton, U.S. Senator from Arkansas, discusses the latest developments from Israel’s war against Hamas and reacts to the Biden administration putting a hold on a munition shipment to Israel. Andrew Murrell, Spokesperson for the city of St. George, responds to a recent Louisiana Supreme Court ruling that allows the city of St. George to move forward with incorporation. Cheryl Chumley, Online Opinion Editor at the Washington Times, reports on the well-funded organizations coordinating the unrest at American universities. David Bernstein, Professor at George Mason University’s Antonin Scalia Law School, explains what many are getting wrong about the Antisemitism Awareness Act.

On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for the 14th District of Texas, reacts to the continuing anti-Israel demonstrations on college campuses and provides analysis for how this could affect upcoming elections. Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, explains how data security has emerged as the next frontier in the United States’ economic rivalry with the Chinese Communist Party. Gabe Kaminsky, investigative reporter for the Washington Examiner, sheds light on the Biden administration’s collusion with Leftist non-profit organizations to coordinate voter turnout for the President’s re-election campaign. Joseph Backholm, FRC’s Senior Fellow for Biblical Worldview and Strategic Engagement, discusses the United Methodist Church’s recent vote to abandon biblical orthodoxy for LGBTQ ideology.

On today’s program: Mike Lawler, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of New York, reacts to the demonstrations on U.S. college campuses and discusses the Antisemitism Awareness Act. Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, FRC’s Director of the Center for Family Studies, offers analysis on what is behind the ongoing unrest on college campuses. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, provides legal analysis of the Antisemitism Awareness Act. Simcha Rothman, member of the Israeli Knesset, shares the latest from Israel and responds to rising anti-Semitism worldwide.

On today’s program: James Lankford, U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, responds to continuing violence on college campuses and provides an update on Israel’s war against Hamas. Mike Beltran, State Representative for the 70th District of Florida, celebrates Florida’s heartbeat bill to protect unborn babies taking effect. Mark Alford, U.S. Representative from the 4th district of Missouri, explains why he does not support a motion to vacate House Speaker Mike Johnson. Dr. Ben Carson, famed pediatric neurosurgeon and former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, encourages Republican candidates to stand for life, highlights the upcoming National Day of Prayer, and shares about his new book The Perilous Fight.

On today’s program: Pete Ricketts, U.S. Senator for Nebraska, discusses the latest news regarding Israel’s war against Hamas, responds to threats from the Chinese Communist Party following U.S. military aid to Taiwan, and sets the record straight regarding the Biden administration’s electric vehicle mandate. Liz Murrill, Louisiana Attorney General, explains why Louisiana has joined the growing list of states suing the U.S. Department of Education for their revision of Title IX rules, which include “gender identity” as a protected category. Chris Smith, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of New Jersey, reacts to House Democrats’ decision to support House Speaker Mike Johnson and sheds light on efforts to stop the World Health Organization’s proposed Pandemic Preparedness Agreement.

On today’s program: Victoria Marshall, Washington Watch Correspondent, reports on the damage caused by severe weather throughout many U.S. states. Tim Walberg, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Michigan, responds to the continuing anti-Semitic protests on college campuses and discusses Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s Middle East trip. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, reacts to reports that the International Criminal Court is preparing arrest warrants for top Israeli officials. Kathy Branzell, President of the National Day of Prayer Task Force, highlights the upcoming National Day of Prayer. Mike Davis, Founder of the Article III Project, provides an update on the lawfare effort by the Left against former President Trump.

On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Ben Cline, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Virginia, responds to the continuing anti-Semitic protests on college campuses and discusses the need for earmark reform. Steve Marshall, Alabama Attorney General, highlights the lawsuit his state joined against the Biden administration for hijacking a federal law to facilitate abortions. Arielle Del Turco, FRC’s Director of the Center for Religious Liberty, shares how Planned Parenthood uses U.S. tax dollars to promote abortion internationally. Owen Strachan, FRC’s Senior Fellow at the Center for Biblical Worldview, offers a biblical worldview for how Christians should respond to anti-Semitism in light of the ongoing campus protests.

On today’s program: Victoria Marshall, News Reporter for Washington Watch News, reports on the continued anti-Semitic demonstrations on U.S. college campuses. Raul Labrador, Idaho Attorney General, discusses his oral argument before the U.S. Supreme Court defending Idaho’s pro-life laws. David Friedman, former U.S. Ambassador to Israel, provides analysis of the rise in anti-Semitism worldwide and in the United States and reacts to Rep. Nancy Pelosi’s attack on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Dr. Cade Brumley, Louisiana State Superintendent of Education, explains why Louisiana schools will not comply with the Biden administration’s Title IX revisions. Gary Hamrick, Senior Pastor of Cornerstone Chapel in Leesburg, Virginia, shares a biblical worldview on why Christians must support the state of Israel.

April 24, 2024 On today’s program: Michele Bachmann, Dean of the Robertson School of Government at Regent University and FRC board chair, discusses House Speaker Mike Johnson’s trip to Columbia University in light of the increased anti-Semitism on U.S. college campuses, and reacts to Rep. Nancy Pelosi’s comments to an Irish television network about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Kris Kobach, Kansas Attorney General, shares about his effort to stop Bank of America from discriminating against Christian and conservative organizations. Ben Toma, Speaker of the House in the Arizona state legislature, provides an update on the battle to protect life in his state. Jim Roguski, author and researcher, sheds light on efforts to stop the World Health Organization’s proposed Pandemic Preparedness Agreement.