June 17, 2026
The Washington Stand's Casey Harper reports on the leaked U.S.-Iran deal, Comments from President Trump at the G7 Summit, the delay in confirming the new DNI nominee, and Primary election results. Brad Knott, U.S. Representative for North Carolina's 13th District, reviews the status of FISA, the confirmation complications for DNI nominee Jay Clayton, and the SAVE America Act. Michael Leiter, Israeli Ambassador to the United States, offers his reaction to the leaked Memorandum of Understanding for the Iran deal, how the deal may impact Israel, and the Ambassador's comments that Israel will not abandon their defense efforts in South Lebanon. Robert Harward, Vice Admiral (RET), Deputy Commander of U.S. Central Command, Shield AI's Executive Vice President for International Business and Strategy, and JINSA Fellow, provides analysis on the leaked text from the 14-Point U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding. Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse provides an in-depth report detailing the background and purpose of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). Casey Harper dives into the details of why pro-life Americans continue to have concerns over the mishandling of the abortion drug crisis, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's monthly prayer time, and how the term Christian Nationalism continues to be used as a pejorative.
April 6, 2026
The Washington Stand's Casey Harper reports on the Senate's pro forma session, President Trump's order to pay all DHS employees, an update on the Iranian conflict, and the White House Easter Egg Roll. Brad Knott, U.S. Representative for North Carolina's 13th district, explains the rationale for the President to pay all DHS employees, why some Democrats are now proposing tax cuts, and provides an update on ending the partial DHS shutdown. Dr. Michael Rubin, Director of Policy Analysis at the Middle East Forum, provides analysis of the latest in the Iranian conflict, President Trump's renewed threats to Iran, the extension of the deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and the proposal for a 45-day ceasefire. Dr. Michael McMullen, Author and Church History Professor at the Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, weighs in on President Trump's rant on Truth Social through the lens of William Wilberforce, considers how Christians should respond to coarse language in today's society, and how we can learn more about Wilberforce's work. Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News, shares how Resurrection Sunday was celebrated in Israel while locals dealt with war-related restrictions during Iran's missile attacks, background on the four civilians who were killed in Haifa by Iranian strikes, and the deep spiritual need in Israel amid the ongoing conflict and uncertainty.
February 25, 2026
On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports the highlights from the State of the Union, and sheds light on the U.S. military buildup in the Middle East. Brad Knott, U.S. Representative for North Carolina's 13th district, grades President Trump's State of the Union address-specifically regarding DHS funding and related policy priorities. John Rogers, Senior Partner and Pollster at Cygnal, breaks down his new polling on the importance of the abortion issue for Republican voters. Bob Onder, U.S. Representative for Missouri's 3rd District, reacts to President Trump's call during the State of the Union to ban gender transition procedures for minors and discusses the introduction of his bill, the Chloe Cole Act of 2026. Suzanne Bowdey, Editorial Director and Senior Writer at The Washington Stand, and Casey Harper analyze the State of the Union that left out mention about the abortion issue. They also discuss President Trump's decision to honor Sage Blair.
January 26, 2026
On today's program: Brad Knott, U.S. Representative for North Carolina's 13th district, breaks down Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's threat to block funding for DHS in the Senate following the latest Minneapolis shooting, Minnesota Governor Walz's decision to deploy the National Guard, and legal concerns for ex-CNN personality Don Lemon. Walter Hudson, Minnesota State House Representative, provides an update on the fraud investigation in Minnesota, the impact of protestors on the communities, and the need for cooperation between local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to de-escalate tensions in Minneapolis. Dr. Hormoz Shariat, Iran Alive Ministries President, reports on the deaths of 30,000 protestors in Iran over the weekend at the hands of the Islamic regime and gives an update from his contacts within that country about the persecution of Christians. David Cortman, Senior Counsel and Vice President of U.S. Litigation at Alliance Defending Freedom, analyzes a situation in which Maryland's Wicomico County Council discontinued opening their meetings with the Lord's Prayer, following the threat of expensive legislation from the Freedom from Religion Foundation. Ben Aguiñaga, Solicitor General of Louisiana, explains the current situation surrounding the Ten Commandments case in Louisiana and discusses the potential broader implications.
November 25, 2025
On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the proposed Obamacare subsidy extensions, the terms of the peace agreement that Ukrainian President Zelensky has agreed upon in principle, and the tenuous Isreal-Gaza peace plan under which Hamas continues attacking Israel. Eric Burlison, U.S. Representative for the 7th District of Missouri, delves into how the abortion topic is covered in the most discussed healthcare solutions being proposed by Congress and the White House. Brad Knott, U.S. Representative for North Carolina's 13th District, explains what prompted the dismissal of FBI Director James Comey's legal case and shares where things stand with the Epstein files. Clint Lyons, Executive Director of iReach Global, provides an update from Nigeria on the 50 kidnapped children who escaped their Muslim captors. Dr. A.J. Nolte, Director of Regent University's Israel Institute, breaks down the Ukraine-Russia peace deal and where things stand between Israel and Gaza.
September 3, 2025
On today's program: Greg Steube, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Florida, comments on the president's meeting with Poland's Karol Nawrocki, the House GOP's leadership press conference, and the release of tens of thousands of pages of Epstein files. Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, sounds the alarm on the growing political alignment of China, Russia, and North Korea. Quena Gonzalez, FRC's Senior Director of Government Affairs, explains FRC's concerns with the expansion of taxpayer-funded IVF in the National Defense Authorization Act. Brad Knott, U.S. Representative for North Carolina's 13th District, reacts to President Trump's strike against an alleged drug vessel in the Caribbean Sea. Eric Burlison, U.S. Representative for the 7th District of Missouri, breaks down the White House's $5 billion pocket rescissions package and Trump's latest actions on the Federal Reserve.