Washington Watch

On today’s program: Jack Hibbs, Senior Pastor of Calvary Chapel Chino Hills, Bishop Vincent Mathews, Pastor of Tabernacle Church of God in Christ, and Gary Hamrick, Senior Pastor of Cornerstone Chapel, share messages with this year’s Pray Vote Stand Summit audience.

On this special Thanksgiving show: Dr. Kenyn Cureton, FRC’s Vice President for Christian Resources, reflects on the first Thanksgiving and how a spirit of gratitude to God helped the Puritans endure. Dr. Erwin Lutzer, Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church, discusses the importance of a spirit of gratitude and how through thanksgiving we affirm the power of God. Dr. Giacomo Bono, associate professor in the Psychology Department at California State University, Dominguez Hills, explains his academic research on the benefits and importance of gratitude and how to cultivate it.

On today’s program: Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, reacts to a recent New York Times editorial conceding the harmful effects of the COVID-pandemic era school shutdowns and sheds light on how schools should respond by focusing on education instead of woke indoctrination. Seamus Bruner, Government Accountability Institute Director of Research, discusses his new book Controligarchs, which exposes the billionaire class and their attempt to control the levers of power worldwide. Dr. Paul Jehle , Executive Director of the Plymouth Rock Foundation, shares the truth behind the Pilgrims coming to America and explores what we can learn from them about addressing the problems in our culture today.

On today’s program: Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, discusses the hostage negotiations taking place in Israel and reacts to the surge in attacks on U.S. troops stationed in the Middle East and the Biden administration’s incoherent strategy in response. Mike Berry, First Liberty Institute’s Vice President of External Affairs and Senior Counsel, sheds light on letters the Army recently sent inviting former servicemembers dismissed from the military due to the Covid jab mandate to return to service. Franklin Graham, President and CEO of Samaritan’s Purse, shares about his recent trip to Israel, where he ministered to victims of the Hamas terrorist attacks. Quena Gonzalez, FRC’s Senior Director of Government Affairs, provides action items for how you can help Senator Tommy Tuberville’s stand for life. Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, offers his analysis of President Biden’s recent meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping and discusses his rec

On today’s program: Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports from Jerusalem following the agreement in principle for Hamas to release some Israeli and international hostages. Seamus Bruner, Government Accountability Institute Director of Research, offers his analysis of the meeting between President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Arielle Del Turco, FRC’s Director of the Center for Religious Liberty, sheds light on the Biden administration’s decision to remove select African countries from a trade program in order to push the LGBTQ agenda. Harriet Hageman, U.S. Representative for Wyoming, provides an overview of methods for House Republicans to confront the Left’s weaponized use of the federal government and the legal system to target conservatives. Robert Aderholt, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Alabama, continues the discussion on the Left’s weaponization of the federal government and unpacks how House Republicans can use the appropriations process to curb these a

On today’s program: Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for the 14th District of Texas, discusses the Biden administration’s mismanagement of the immigration crisis and the threat this poses to national security. Joel Griffith, The Heritage Foundation’s Research Fellow, reacts to President Biden’s recent “Bidenomics” speech and analyzes the latest economic trends. Chris Gacek, FRC’s Senior Fellow for Regulatory Affairs, shares an overview of his report on anti-Semitism in light of the rise of incidents in the U.S. following the October 7 terrorist attacks by Hamas. David Closson, Director of FRC’s Center for Biblical Worldview, unpacks how Christians should respond to rising anti-Semitism.

On today’s program: Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, reports from Jerusalem following the agreement in principle for Hamas to release some Israeli and international hostages. Seamus Bruner, Government Accountability Institute Director of Research, offers his analysis of the meeting between President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Arielle Del Turco, FRC’s Director of the Center for Religious Liberty, sheds light on the Biden administration’s decision to remove select African countries from a trade program in order to push the LGBTQ agenda. Harriet Hageman, U.S. Representative for Wyoming, provides an overview of methods for House Republicans to confront the Left’s weaponized use of the federal government and the legal system to target conservatives. Robert Aderholt, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Alabama, continues the discussion on the Left’s weaponization of the federal government and unpacks how House Republicans can use the appropriations process to curb these a

On today’s program: Chris Smith, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of New Jersey, offers his analysis of President Biden’s meeting in California with Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China. Ronna McDaniel, Chairwoman of the Republican National Committee, unpacks how GOP candidates should talk about efforts to protect unborn children. Quena Gonzalez, FRC’s Senior Director of Government Affairs, gives a recap of the bills passed by Congress this week. Ted Cruz, U.S. Senator from Texas, reacts to Senate Democrats opposing a bill to provide military aid to Israel, discusses the rise in anti-Semitism on U.S. college campuses, and provides an overview of how conservatives can take back U.S. institutions from the Left.

On today’s program: E. J. Antoni, The Heritage Foundation’s research fellow in regional economics, unpacks the latest inflation data. Kristen Waggoner, CEO & President of Alliance Defending Freedom, celebrates the good news that a Finnish appeals court dismissed charges against Päivi Räsänen for social media posts that included a Bible verse. Sarah Holliday, Reporter for the Washington Stand, shares her experience at the March for Israel in Washington, D.C. Ted Budd, Senator from North Carolina, explains why he led an effort with his Republican Senate colleagues to demand Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin rescind the Pentagon’s illegal abortion travel policy. Glenn Grothman, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Wisconsin, shares the latest on the Continuing Resolution debate on Capitol Hill.

On today’s program: Tom Fitton, Judicial Watch President, comments on the House Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government revealing new information regarding the Biden administration’s scheme to censor Covid conversations on YouTube. Matt Rosendale, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Montana, discusses the upcoming vote to remove Rep. George Santos from Congress and provides an update on negotiations regarding the National Defense Authorization Act, which includes an amendment to stop the Biden administration’s illegal abortion funding policy. J. Christian Adams, President of Public Interest Legal Foundation, offers analysis on the state of election integrity efforts as the 2024 presidential election approaches. Dr. Albert Mohler, President of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, reacts to anti-Israel rioters’ effort to disrupt the annual lighting of the Christmas Tree in New York City and unpacks how the Left’s anti-Semitism reveals a deeper opposition to God and all

On today’s program: Andrew Clyde, U.S. Representative for the 9th District of Georgia, weighs in on the rise in crime and lawlessness throughout the country. Buddy Carter, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Georgia, offers support for House Speaker Mike Johnson’s government funding plan and discusses the appropriations bills delayed by Republican members of Congress who object to pro-life provisions in the legislation. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of Texas, reacts to U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’s criticism of Israel’s war against Hamas. Mike Davis, Founder of the Article III Project, unpacks how the Left has hijacked the legal system to undermine elections.

On today’s program: Matt Rosendale, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Montana, weighs in on the Democrats’ extreme effort to block the National Defense Authorization Act over pro-life provisions, comments on Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) first weeks as House speaker, and honors our nation’s military on Veterans’ Day. Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, offers his analysis of President Biden’s upcoming meeting with Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China. Rabbi Yaakov Menken, Managing Director of the Coalition for Jewish Values, previews the “March for Israel,” taking place Tuesday, November 14 in Washington, DC. Quena Gonzalez, FRC’s Senior Director of Government Affairs, discusses the government funding bills currently delayed by Republican members of Congress who object to pro-life provisions in the legislation.

On today’s program: Chuck Holton, freelance war correspondent, reports from Israel with the latest news. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, offers her analysis of the most recent GOP presidential primary debate. Dr. John Fleming, physician and former Congressman, reacts to new studies indicating the link between regular marijuana use and heart failure. Mike Johnson, Speaker of the House of Representatives and U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Louisiana, sits down with Tony for a personal interview covering his Christian faith, the rise of anti-Semitism worldwide, and pressing priorities on Capitol Hill.

On today’s program: Brent Keilen, FRC Action’s Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, provides analysis of Tuesday’s election results. Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative from the 2nd District of Tennessee, makes clear why he voted to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) for her anti-Semitic rhetoric and discusses the leaked pages from the diary of the trans-identifying shooter at The Covenant School in Nashville, TN. Marsha Blackburn, U.S. Senator from Tennessee, provides an update on the military aid package for Israel and highlights legislation she introduced to combat the trafficking of children across the southern border. Michele Bachmann, Dean of the Robertson School of Government at Regent University, sheds light on today’s Capitol Hill briefing titled “The Fundamental Transformation of the World Health Organization from a Health Advisor to a Global Dictator.”

On today’s program: Ron Johnson, U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, shares the latest from Capitol Hill regarding the appropriations negotiations and uncovers the latest revelations on how the Biden family has profited from President Biden's time in office. Pete Ricketts, U.S. Senator from Nebraska, highlights how Senate Republicans are standing in solidarity with Israel, including bills like his Stop Support for Hamas Act and how Democrats and the United Nations are working against Israel. Rich McCormick, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Georgia, previews the House’s upcoming vote to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib for her recent anti-Semitic comments about Hamas’ terrorist attack against Israel. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, offers insights into how foreign money is influencing indoctrination in the American education system.

On today’s program: Tommy Tuberville, U.S. Senator from Alabama, responds to the anti-Israel demonstrations outside the White House and shares why he continues his stand against the Pentagon’s illegal funding of abortion despite attacks from the Left. Tom Cotton, U.S. Senator for Arkansas, offers analysis on President Biden’s call for Israel to pause its response to Hamas’s homicidal terrorist attack and comments on the rise in anti-Semitism on college campuses in the United States. Dave Yost, Ohio Attorney General, encourages Ohio voters to protect life by rejecting Issue 1. Ryan Walters, the Oklahoma State School Superintendent, provides an overview of his effort to replace textbooks in his state that push woke indoctrination. Mike Davis, Founder of the Article III Project, contrasts the treatment of the anti-Israel vandals who attempted to breach the White House gates with the prosecution of January 6 defendants.

On today’s program: Chuck Holton, freelance war correspondent, shares the latest news from Israel. Dr. Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Maryland, offers an update on the House’s aid package for Israel and an update on the House appropriations bills. Jeff King, President of International Christian Concern, highlights their new report on the world’s worst persecutors of Christians. John Cooper, frontman for the rock band Skillet, discusses his new book, Wimpy, Weak, and Woke. David Closson, Director of FRC’s Center for Biblical Worldview, unpacks how progressives use critical theory to excuse Hamas’s brutal attack on Israel.

On today’s program: Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, FRC’s Executive Vice President, discusses the latest news from the Middle East as the House of Representatives moves forward with a vote to provide military aid for Israel. Ryan Bomberger, Chief Creative Officer of the Radiance Foundation, encourages Christians in Ohio to protect life by voting no on Issue 1, and previews his upcoming appearance at the Celebrate Life Banquet & Gala in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, responds to attacks on Speaker of the House Mike Johnson for his Christian faith. Mike Pompeo, former U.S. Secretary of State, assesses the progress of the Israeli military and offers analysis of global threats to the United States.

On today’s program: Mike Waltz, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Florida, discusses the urgency of passing legislation to provide military aid to Israel, and reacts to International Christian Concern’s release of their 2023 Persecutors of the Year Report. Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for the 14th District of Texas, comments on the White House's proposals to combat Islamophobia in the wake of Hamas' attack on Israel. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, highlights the rapid growth in homeschooling. Steve Daines, U.S. Senator from Montana, warns of the terrorism threat enabled by the Biden Administration’s mismanagement of border security, and voices support for a military aid package for Israel. James Comer, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Kentucky, reveals how President Biden received laundered money from a Chinese energy firm.

On today’s program: Rich McCormick, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Georgia, provides an update from the war in Israel and calls for U.S. military support for Israel to remain separate from additional Ukraine spending. Rick Scott, U.S. Senator from Florida, responds to congressional testimony from FBI Director Christopher Wray saying that anti-Semitic threats throughout the U.S. have reached historic levels and addresses the Biden administration’s mishandling of the border crisis. Jim Roguski, member of the Law & Activism Committee at the World Council for Health, provides an update on the amendments to the World Health Organization’s International Health Regulations. Kelvin Cochran, former Shreveport, La. Fire Chief, recounts his long association with House Speaker Mike Johnson, which dates to his service as a firefighter in Louisiana alongside Johnson’s father.