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On today’s program: Mark Harris, U.S. Representative for North Carolina’s 8th District, provides an update on the budget debate on Capitol Hill as well as DOGE’s recent discoveries regarding FEMA spending. Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports on President Trump's ultimatum to Hamas regarding the release of the remaining hostages and other recent developments in Israel. Ted Cruz, U.S. Senator from Texas and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, & Transportation, addresses DOGE and discusses his bill to protect Border Patrol agents. Nicki Neily, President & Founder of Parents Defending Education, examines the Department of Education and other key education issues.

On today’s program: Andrew Clyde, U.S. Representative for Georgia’s 9th District and member of the House Appropriations Committee and House Freedom Caucus, discusses the news of the day and gives an update on budget reconciliation. Catharine O’Neill Gillihan, White House Liaison to USAID, highlights the current state of USAID and its uncertain future. Isaac Six, Co-Founder & CEO of The Six Group, addresses Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the U.S. and the increasing threat to Christians and other religious minorities in India. Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News shares the latest news about Israel, including the recent hostage release and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to Washington.

On today’s program: Steve Marshall, Alabama Attorney General, discusses how state attorneys general are responding to the actions of the Trump administration. Chad Wolf, Executive Director of the America First Policy Institute and former Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, highlights the latest border updates and Attorney General Pam Bondi’s move to halt Department of Justice funding for sanctuary cities. Dr. Dave Brat, Senior Vice President of Business Relations at Liberty University and former Member of Congress, analyzes the latest Congressional Budget Office numbers and the potential crackdown on government spending. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at Family Research Council, shares a biblical take on this week’s news, including Trump’s executive orders on women’s sports, USAID policy, and the latest in Gaza.

On today’s program: Marlin Stutzman, U.S. Representative for Indiana’s 3rd District, breaks down the budget reconciliation process and responds to President Trump’s newly established Task Force to Eradicate Anti-Christian Bias. Pat Harrigan, U.S. Representative for North Carolina’s 10th District, highlights the recent rise in military recruiting, and his first bill to reinstate service members discharged over the COVID vaccine mandate. Hedieh Mirahmadi Falco, Columnist for The Christian Post, Author of “Living Fearless in Christ,” and former FBI Senior Advisor, shares how the FBI lost its focus and left the U.S. vulnerable to mass casualty attacks.

On today’s program: Warren Davidson, U.S. Representative for Ohio’s 8th District, reflects on the National Gathering for Prayer and Repentance, discusses President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s press conference on the future of Gaza, and shares the latest on President Trump’s decision to withdraw from the U.N. Human Rights Council. Michele Bachmann, Dean of the Robertson School of Government at Regent University, expounds on the National Gathering for Prayer and Repentance and why prayer is critically important at this moment in history. Stephanie Bice, U.S. Representative for Oklahoma’s 5th District, breaks down President Trump’s executive order protecting women’s sports. Dr. Eric Bordenkircher, Research Fellow at the UCLA Center for Middle East Development, analyzes President Trump’s vision for Gaza and the potential impact of reorganizing USAID under Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

On today’s program: Tommy Tuberville, U.S. Senator from Alabama, discusses President Trump’s meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Pentagon’s abortion travel policy reversal. Trisztán Azbej, Hungary’s State Secretary for the Aid of Persecuted Christians, expounds on his country’s family policies and the Hungary Helps program, which supports persecuted Christians worldwide. Dr. Jim Garlow, Founder and CEO of Well Versed, shares about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s meeting with evangelical leaders and previews the National Gathering for Prayer and Repentance. Jerry Bowyer, President and CEO of Bowyer Research, explains the impact of President Trump’s proposed tariffs and the executive order to create a sovereign wealth fund.

On today’s program: Burgess Owens, U.S. Representative for Utah’s 4th District, discusses the latest on the Reagan National Airport crash investigation and his Educational Choice for Children Act. Thomas Pressly, Louisiana State Senator, gives an update on the arrest warrant issued for a New York doctor indicted in Louisiana for prescribing abortion pills. Mary Szoch, Director of the Center for Human Dignity at Family Research Council, analyzes the latest developments in the fight to protect life and uphold human dignity. Sam Brownback, former U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom, previews the National Gathering for Prayer and Repentance and the International Religious Freedom Summit. Dr. Mark Moyar, Chair of Military History at Hillsdale College and author of Masters of Corruption, breaks down the problems with USAID and explores alternative options for humanitarian aid.

On today’s program: Chuck Fleischmann, U.S. Representative for Tennessee’s 3rd District, discusses today’s headlines, including the latest on the Reagan National Airport crash and possible congressional investigation. Lt. General (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, FRC’s Executive Vice President and former Deputy Undersecretary of Defense for Intelligence, analyzes concerns over the Tulsi Gabbard nomination. Richard Stern, Director of the Center for the Federal Budget at The Heritage Foundation, breaks down today’s White House tariff announcements and President Trump’s trade strategy. David Closson, FRC’s Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, offers a biblical perspective on President Trump’s executive orders, including the Pentagon abortion travel policy, the Mexico City Policy, and protections for children from transgender medical procedures.

On today’s program: Harriet Hageman, U.S. Representative for Wyoming’s At-Large District, discusses today's headlines, including President Trump’s executive order to end the weaponization of the Department of Justice. Meg Kilgannon, FRC’s Senior Fellow for Education Studies, unpacks the continuing consequences of the Biden administration's weaponization of the federal government against his political adversaries. Valarie Hodges, Louisiana State Senator, highlights the NFL’s agreement that this year’s Super Bowl halftime show will be a “family-friendly event.” Troy Nehls, U.S. Representative for Texas’s 22nd District and Chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Aviation, discusses the latest efforts to search for answers in the Reagan National Airport disaster. Brigadier General (Ret.) John Teichert, former Assistant Deputy Under Secretary for the Air Force for International Affairs, offers a military perspective on the Reagan National airport disaster.

On today’s program: Andy Ogles, U.S. Representative for Tennessee’s 5th District, discusses the latest from the House Financial Services Committee, the GOP retreat, and answers questions surrounding the FAA’s authorization of the mysterious drone flights in several states. Meg Kilgannon, FRC’s Senior Fellow for Education Studies, analyzes the Trump executive order protecting children from chemical and surgical mutilation and Trump’s transgender military policy. Edward Graham, Chief Operating Officer of Samaritan's Purse, provides an update on Samaritan’s Purse’s response to the California wildfires and gives the latest news on relief efforts surrounding Hurricane Helene. Kristan Hawkins, President of Students for Life, shares a new survey showing growing support for abortion limits among Millennials and Generation Z. Brent Keilen, FRC’s Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, talks about the First 100 Days Toolkit and its role in mobilizing Christian voters to promote biblical values in policy and election

On today’s program: Keith Self, U.S. Representative for Texas’s 3rd District discusses the latest from the House GOP retreat, including President Trump’s executive orders on military policies, transgender service members, and reinstating troops discharged over the COVID vaccine mandate. AJ Nolte, Director of the Institute for Israel Studies at Regent University, offers his perspective on what the new Trump administration’s foreign policy priorities should be. Jim Garlow, Founder & CEO of Well Versed, previews the upcoming National Gathering for Prayer and Repentance in Washington, D.C. Mike Lee, U.S. Senator from Utah, explains his bill to repeal the FACE Act and the implications for pro-life advocacy and free speech. Travis Weber, FRC’s Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, recaps the Trump White House pro-life actions so far.

On today's program: Kevin Cramer, U.S. Senator from North Dakota, reacts to House GOP leadership’s legislative priorities and reflects on the first week of the second Trump administration. Valarie Hodges, Louisiana State Senator, shines a light on her letter calling on the organizers of the Super Bowl half time show to observe Louisiana’s community standards aimed at protecting children from obscenity. Mike Johnson, U.S. House Speaker, provides an update on the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act and comments on how the FACE Act has been weaponized against pro-lifers. Caroline Glick, Senior Contributing Editor of Jewish News Syndicate, speaks out on why the current ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas cannot be a permanent one, in light of news that Hamas is reconstituting itself. She also previews Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s upcoming White House visit.

On today's program: Sarah Holliday, Reporter for the Washington Stand, shares her observations on the 52nd annual March for Life. Dr. Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Maryland, reflects on the March for Life, imparts his thoughts on the House vote for the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, as well as President Trump’s pardon of 23 pro-life protesters jailed during the previous administration. Chip Roy, U.S. Representative for the 21st District of Texas, comments on the good news that President Trump pardoned 23 pro-life protesters targeted by Biden’s Department of Justice. Erick Stakelbeck, Host of The Watchman on TBN, offers an update on the hostage and ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, discusses his March for Life experience, his thoughts on the first week of the Trump administration, and previews the pro-life policies we hope to see from the Trump administration. He also showcases FRC Action’s Tr

On today's program: Ron Johnson, U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, gives an update on Senate’s discussions regarding budget reconciliation options. William “Dean” Lee, retired Vice Admiral of the United States Coast Guard, reacts to the leadership change at the top of the U.S. Coast Guard as well as President Trump’s commitment to reinstate service members who were dismissed for objecting to the COVID vaccine mandate. Steve Daines, U.S. Senator from Montana, comments on the latest developments in the aftermath of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and reacts to President Trump’s decision to designate the Houthis as a terrorist organization. James Lankford, U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, and abortion survivor Josiah Presley, preview the upcoming March for Life and share why it is important to pass the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act.

On today's program: Josh Hawley, U.S. Senator from Missouri, shares an update on the government funding fight and issues a call for President Trump to pardon the pro-lifers unjustly targeted by the previous administration. Mark Harris, U.S. Representative for North Carolina’s 8th District, reacts to the Washington National Cathedral Bishop Budde’s sermon lecturing President Trump, who was seated in the audience. John Cornyn, U.S. Senator from Texas, unpacks President Trump’s plans for mass deportations of illegal immigrants. Mike Berry, AFPI’s Executive Director of the Center for Litigation, offers his legal analysis on a variety of President Trump’s executive orders.

On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Josh Brecheen, U.S. Representative for Oklahoma’s 2nd District, recaps President Donald Trump’s first full day as President and discusses some of the executive orders he has already signed. Hans von Spakovsky, The Heritage Foundation’s Senior Legal Fellow, calls out former President Biden’s abuse of the power to pardon. Larry Taunton, Author and Columnist, reports on the World Economic Forum and its reaction to President Trump withdrawing the U.S. from the Paris Climate accords. Travis Weber, FRC’s Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, reacts to the executive orders Trump has already signed dealing with matters of faith, family, and freedom.

On today's program: Robert Aderholt, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Alabama, shares his reflections on the second inauguration of President Donald Trump. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, shares a message at FRC and Well Versed’s Inauguration Praise & Prayer Convocation. Dr. Chris Gacek, FRC's Senior Fellow for Regulatory Affairs, summarizes the executive orders President Trump has already signed. Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports the latest on the hostage and ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.

On today's program: Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports on the status of the hostage and ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. Bill Essayli, State Representative for California’s 63th District, reports the latest on the wildfires ravaging Los Angeles. He criticizes the woke policies that worsened the disaster. Terry Schilling, American Principles Project President, shares how so-called “culture war issues” played a role in President-elect Trump’s 2024 victory. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, previews the Trump inauguration, looks back on President Biden’s legacy, and discusses the need for the Texas age-verification law.

On today's program: James Lankford, U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, shares an update on the war between Israel and Hamas, highlights his DOGE bills package, and discusses Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination as HHS secretary. Dr. A. J. Nolte, Director of the Institute for Israel Studies at Regent University, reports all the details in the hostage and ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for Texas’s 14th district, comments on the launch of the Friends of Judea and Samaria Caucus in the House of Representatives. Brad Knott, U.S. Representative for North Carolina’s 13th district, exposes how the Biden Department of Justice goes soft on illegal immigrant violent crime while weaponizing its power against pro-lifers. He also gives an update on the House vote on the Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act and reveals what brought him to Congress.

On today's program: Rep. John Moolenaar, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Michigan, reacts to outgoing FBI Director Chris Wray’s assessment that China and its cyber program the are ‘defining threat of our generation.’ Frank Gaffney, Institute for the American Future President, reveals his concerns about the hostage deal that was agreed to by the U.S. and Israeli officials. Ken Paxton, Texas Attorney General, recaps how oral arguments at the U.S. Supreme Court went and why Texas is protecting children from pornography. Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, FRC’s Director of the Center for Family Studies, serves a dose of reality to a study claiming that transgender surgeries among children are exceedingly rare and shares how parents should respond to the transgender movement.