Washington Watch

Happy New Year! On today’s program: Cheryl Chumley, Online Opinion Editor at the Washington Times, sheds light on the power of the importance and power of personal Bible study. Kenyn Cureton, FRC’s Vice President for Christian Resources, invites you to join FRC’s Stand on the Word Bible Reading Plan. Daniel Cohen, News Director at Real Life Network, shares how the Bible comes alive in the Holy Land.

On today’s program, we feature a couple of our favorite messages from the 2024 Pray Vote Stand Summit: Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, shares what drives his work and personal walk with Christ. David Benham and Jason Benham, Authors of “Expert Ownership: Launching Faith-Filled Entrepreneurs into Greater Freedom and Success,” give testimony to how their canceled HGTV show led to greater things God had planned for their lives.

On today’s program, we feature a couple of our favorite messages from the 2024 Pray Vote Stand Summit: Vanessa Sivadge, a Texas nurse, explains why she blew the whistle on her hospital’s gender mutilation surgeries. Voddie Baucham, Founder, Voddie Baucham Ministries, prepares followers of Jesus to live in a post-Christian culture in America.

On today’s program, we feature a couple of our favorite messages from the 2024 Pray Vote Stand Summit: Erin Hawley, Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel and Vice President of the Center for Life and Regulatory Practice, looks back on the fight for life from Roe v. Wade to Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. Mike Huckabee, host of TBN’s “Huckabee,” explains the spiritual battle that permeates today’s political debates and why Christians must pray, vote, and stand in every election.

On today’s program, we feature a couple of our favorite messages from the 2024 Pray Vote Stand Summit: Katy Faust, Founder of Them Before Us, exposes the threats facing our children today and draws parallels with the early church. Walt Heyer, FRC's Senior Fellow, and Jennifer Bauwens, FRC’s Director of the Center for Family Studies, expose what’s really behind the transgender movement.

On today’s special Christmas program, we feature inspiring conversations about faith, miracles, and redemption from our limited series, Profiles in Leadership. Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for the 14th District of Texas, Josh Brecheen, U.S. Representative for Oklahoma’s 2nd District, Kevin Hern, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Oklahoma, and Greg Steube, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Florida, sit down for exclusive interviews with Tony.

On today’s special Christmas Eve program, hosted by Jody Hice: Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, shares about his recent trip to Israel and how Christians can pray during this time of intense chaos. Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports the news surrounding Israel’s multi-front war that broke out as a result of the Oct. 7th terror attacks. Jay Johnston, FRC’s National Prayer Director, highlights practical ways to share the Gospel with friends and family during the Christmas season.

On today’s program, hosted by Joseph Backholm: Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, reflects on the past year—from party realignments to the re-election of Donald Trump— and shares what he sees as the hope for our country in the year ahead.

On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Lindsey McPherson, Washington Times Capitol Hill reporter, reports the latest on the continuing resolution drama gripping Washington, D.C. Quena Gonzalez, Senior Director of Government Affairs, offers his thoughts on the latest continuing resolution developments. He also prays over Capitol Hill during the CR debate. Mary Szoch, FRC's Director of the Center for Human Dignity, shares great news regarding Sam’s Club removing the abortion pill from their online pharmacy. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, sheds light on how how to develop a biblical worldview through discipleship, daily reading of God’s Word.

On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Mark Tapscott, The Epoch Times Senior Congressional Correspondent, reports the latest fallout from the last minute scrapping of the Continuing Resolution negotiated by House Speaker Mike Johnson. Sam Faddis, retired CIA operations officer, shares insights on the mysterious drones spotted across the country and lays out an overview of the worldwide threats facing our nation. John Bursch, Alliance Defending Freedom’s Vice President for Appellate Advocacy and Senior Counsel, unpacks the potential legal implications of a U.S. Supreme Court case regarding Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood South Atlantic. Dr. George Barna, FRC’s Senior Research Fellow for the Center for Biblical Worldview, previews issues and developments to watch in 2025.

On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Andrew Clyde, U.S. Representative for the 9th District of Georgia, shares the latest on the government funding fight. Quena Gonzalez, FRC’s Senior Director of Government Affairs, offers good news on the National Defense Authorization Act. Andy Biggs, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Arizona, Matt Rosendale, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Montana, Eli Crane, U.S. Representative from the 2nd District of Arizona, and Bob Good, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Virginia, preview the House Oversight Committee’s work in the next Congress. They also reacts to the incoming Oversight Committee Ranking Member Gerry Connolly’s vow to “engage in trench warfare” against incoming President Trump. Dr. A. J. Nolte, Director of the Institute for Israel Studies at Regent University, discusses the latest in the hostage negotiations between Hamas and Israel. He also talks about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s pledge to keep IDF troops in a bu

On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Dr. A. J. Nolte, Director of the Institute for Israel Studies at Regent University, comments on the news that Israel is reportedly close to finalizing hostage deal with Hamas. He also shares what he anticipates will come from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s meeting with the incoming Trump administration’s hostage envoy. Scott Perry, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania’s 10th District, reports on what he heard at the House Intelligence briefing on the mysterious drones spotted up and down the East Coast. Robert Aderholt, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Alabama, shares the latest on government funding negotiations and previews what he anticipates in the new Congress for the Values Action team. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, comments on the tragic shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin. Jared Bridges, Editor-in-Chief for The Washington Stand, shines a light on The Washington Stand’s reporting t

On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Chuck Fleischmann, U.S. Representative for Tennessee’s 3rd District, offers an update on the fight over government funding and highlights why he supports the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act. Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, unpacks the many ways in which the world is growing more dangerous. Jeff King, President of International Christian Concern, sheds light on the impact of the war in Syria on its Christian community and shares how to pray for Syrian Christians. Dr. Quentin Van Meter, former American College of Pediatricians President, reacts to a Washington Post editorial board column pointing out that transgender youth medicine is far from settled science.

On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Brigadier General (Ret.) John Teichert, former Assistant Deputy Undersecretary for the Air Force for International Affairs, dives deeper into the mystery about the drones plaguing New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Todd Bensman, Senior National Security Fellow at Center for Immigration Studies, comments on some Democrats’ resistance to president-elect Donald Trump’s anticipated mass deportation of illegal immigrants. Troy Miller, National Religious Broadcasters President & CEO, voices his support for the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act and why AM Radio is so vital for conservatives. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, unpacks a biblical response to the targeted killing of UnitedHealth CEO Brian Thompson, the acquittal of Daniel Penny, and the fall of the Assad regime in Syria.

On today’s program: Glenn Grothman, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Wisconsin, shares what Capitol Hill currently knows about the mysterious drones spotted in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. He also delivers an update regarding the National Defense Authorization Act. Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, FRC’s Director of the Center for Family Studies, responds to the UK’s ban on puberty blockers for minors. Jeff Clark, Senior Fellow and Director of Litigation at the Center for Renewing America, offers analysis of the proposal for President Biden to issue a blanket pardon for illegal immigrants. Liz Murrill, Louisiana Attorney General, provides an update on Louisiana’s Ten Commandments court case and previews the role that state attorneys general will have in defending the Trump administration.

On today’s program: Claudia Tenney, U.S. Representative for the 24th District of New York, highlights her bill to recognize the rightful and biblical name of Judea and Samaria, instead of the term West Bank. Dave Yost, Ohio Attorney General, speaks out on why he is supporting Dad’s Place in Bryan, Ohio. Scott Perry, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania’s 10th District, shares the latest news on the mysterious drones that have been spotted all over New Jersey and across the Philadelphia region and addresses reports that the drones may be coming from an Iranian ship. Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, recaps the recent turmoil that has roiled the Middle East.

On today’s program: Josh Hawley, U.S. Senator from Missouri, recaps the Senate Judiciary hearing on President-elect Trump’s mass deportation plan and comments on the latest regarding Syria and the war in Ukraine. Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, Executive Vice President of Family Research Council, offers his expertise and analysis on the continuing fallout from the demise of the Assad regime. James Lankford, U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, shares how the Senate plans to address the power vacuum in Syria. Chris Smith, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of New Jersey, comments on the mysterious drones that have been spotted all over New Jersey. He also lays out the history of China's human rights abuses and shares possible U.S. policies to address these abuses.

On today’s program: Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative for the 2ndDistrict of Tennessee, previews how Congress plans to address the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s and offers an update on the National Defense Authorization Act. Chuck Holton, freelance war correspondent, reports the latest news on the power vacuum in Syria after the Assad regime’s collapse as well as on the war between Ukraine and Russia. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, Executive Vice President of Family Research Council, offers his expertise and analysis on the chaos in Syria after President Assad fled to Russia. Kyungwon Song, Tacoma First Baptist Church Lead Pastor, unpacks how Korean Christians are dealing with the continuing political fallout in South Korea after their president briefly declared martial law. Ken Blackwell, FRC’s Senior Fellow for Human Rights & Constitutional Governance, shares about his recent trip to Ukraine and what Ukrainians are feeling about the incoming Trump administration.

On today’s program, hosted by Jody Hice: Chip Roy, U.S. Representative for the 21st District of Texas, gives an update on the latest regarding the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and the “Draft our Daughters” provision within the Senate version of the NDAA. Tim Miller, Lionheart International Services Group President and Founder, reacts to the Secret Service’s Acting Director Ronald Rowe’s explosive testimony on Capitol Hill. Jennifer Jury, LifeWise Academy Program Advocate, comments on an Ohio elementary school’s decision to allow the Ohio Satanic Temple to offer 'religious' instruction to students. Dr. Owen Strachan, FRC’s Senior Fellow at the Center for Biblical Worldview, places the SCOTUS arguments in U.S. v. Skrmetti in a biblical context. He also unpacks how Christians and like-minded citizens are pushing back against the darkness and in some cases winning.

On today’s program: Pete Sessions, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Texas, shares his takeaways from Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy’s Capitol Hill meeting regarding the Department of Government Efficiency. Josh Hawley, U.S. Senator from Missouri, voices his opposition to including language in the National Defense Authorization Act that would force women to register for the draft. Dr. John Lee, Lead Pastor of Rock Church in Bethesda, Maryland, offers insights into the ongoing political crisis in South Korea and exhorts Korean Christians on their biblical role. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, reacts to a precipitous drop in American students’ test scores.