July 9, 2026
The Washington Stand's Casey Harper reviews the suspension of Graham Platner's Senate campaign, medical groups promoting gender mutilations on children, and a collaborative letter submitted to Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche by women who were harmed by abortion drugs. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for Texas's 3rd District, shares the latest developments in Iran and explains the real harms of Sharia law and radical Islamic influence in America. Peter Breen, Executive Vice President and Head of Litigation at Thomas More Society, explores California's legal assault against pro-life medical speech and an abortion pill reversal case. Jeremy Dys, First Liberty Institute Senior Counsel, breaks down a federal court ruling in Maine that upholds a law forcing faith-based schools to adopt the state's radical gender ideology. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, shares from FRC's God & Government video series, where he provides a historical view of government and America's rich Christian past.
March 5, 2026
On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the Middle East war, AG Pam Bondi's subpoena to appear before the House Oversight Committee regarding the Epstein Files, and West Virginia's efforts to help mothers acquire abortion pill reversal treatment. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for Texas's 3rd District, shares where things stand with the U.S. House vote on a War Powers Resolution and Iran's seemingly indiscriminate attack on neighboring countries. John Rogers, Senior Partner and Pollster at Cygnal, analyzes the first round of primary races, explains what this may mean for incumbents, and contemplates additional factors that may influence the upcoming midterm elections. Brent Keilen, FRC's Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, discusses the exciting launch of the Pray Vote Stand Chapters. Lt. General (Ret.) Jerry Boykin, Executive Vice President of Family Research Council, reviews the U.S. historical approach to Iran terrorism, how the current situation is affecting domestic affairs, including DHS funding, and the troubling news of Islamic communities in America that are memorializing the deceased Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Suzanne Bowdey, Editorial Director and Senior Writer at The Washington Stand, breaks down recent polls on how Americans view the Iranian conflict and the Department of Homeland Security, and celebrates the SCOTUS decision to restore parental rights in California.
January 13, 2026
On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the U.S. Supreme Court oral arguments over biological men in women's sports, the state of Minnesota's lawsuit against the federal government, and President Trump's response to Iran's deadly protests. Marlin Stutzman, U.S. Representative for Indiana's 3rd District, previews a press conference on Capitol Hill urging DOJ and HHS to end the Biden-era policies that have allowed abortion drugs to be shipped across state lines. Jonathan Scruggs, Senior Counsel and Vice President of Litigation Strategy at Alliance Defending Freedom, reviews the oral arguments before the U.S. Supreme Court on two cases involving transgender-identifying athletes competing in women's sports. Franklin Graham, President and CEO of Samaritan's Purse, discusses his call to prayer and repentance, increasing protests in cities around the country, and Samaritan's Purse's efforts to help those in crisis. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for Texas's 3rd District, examines the U.S. policy toward Iran, considering the growing violence, and whether the Trump administration should engage the Shia regime with diplomacy.
January 9, 2026
On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the U.S. House efforts to extend the Obamacare subsidies, protests in Minnesota and Portland, as well as growing protests in Iran. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for Texas's 3rd District, analyzes the protests in Iran and how they may impact Israel, provides an update on Venezuela and the Senate's vote on the War Powers Resolution, and offers some insight on the House battle over Obamacare subsidies. Carla Sands, Former U.S. Ambassador to Denmark and current Chair of Foreign Policy Initiative & Senior Fellow for Energy Policy, shares why Greenland is so important to President Trump and puts into perspective the priorities of the people there. Casy Harper on President Trump's creation of a new Assistant Attorney General position that will focus on investigating financial abuse in Minnesota and other states where American taxpayer funds have been fraudulently used. Dr. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, discusses President Trump's "flexibility" on taxpayer-funded abortion, next week's U.S. Supreme Court hearings on men in girls' sports, and the new Principal Advisor for Global Religious Freedom at the State Department.
December 23, 2025
On today's program: Keith Self, U.S. Representative for Texas's 3rd District, discusses President Trump's upcoming White House meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and concerns over Iranian missile exercises. He also reflects on his trip to Nigeria and the ongoing persecution there, as well as the movement to launch a Sharia-free caucus in America. Mike Berry, Executive Director of External Affairs & Senior Counsel, shares insights into a lawsuit regarding an Arizona man who was threatened with arrest for sharing his Christian faith and unpacks the Constitutionality of Christmas displays in the public square. Dr. John Sorensen, President & CEO of Evangelism Explosion, encourages Christians to consider how they may participate in Christ's call to share the good news of the gospel message, especially as we head into the holidays. Jared Bridges, Editor-in-Chief for The Washington Stand, and Mark Tapscott, Senior Congressional Analyst for The Washington Stand, review the top news stories for The Washington Stand in 2025 and the impact of the publication's coverage.
December 4, 2025
On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on President Trump's meeting today with leaders from Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, an Obama appointed judge who blocked one of the Trump policies that would stop Medicaid dollars from going to Planned Parenthood, and a poll reflecting how Americans are tuning out traditional news sources. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for Texas's 3rd District, provides insight into the conversations with Admiral Bradley regarding the Venezuelan boat strikes and some peace talks occurring between Israel and Lebanon. Rep. John Moolenaar, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Michigan and Chairman of the Select Committee on the CCP, discusses his proposed bill to protect children from propaganda originating from the Chinese Communist Party. Ken Blackwell, FRC Action's Special Advisor for Election Integrity, provides an update on how congressional retirements and redistricting efforts may impact the mid-term elections. Suzanne Bowdey, Editorial Director and Senior Writer for The Washington Stand, and Casey Harper, dive into the peace deal signed at the White House today between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, an appeals court decision that will make abortion reversal pills available, and how Chick-Fil-A waffled on same-sex marriage and a focus on DEI.
November 26, 2025
On today's program: Keith Self, U.S. Representative for Texas's 3rd District, provides an update on the Ukraine-Russia peace talks and discusses President Trump's phone call with China's President Xi and Trump's upcoming visit to China next April. He also expresses what he believes we can be thankful for this year and contemplates what to anticipate moving forward. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, reflects on the U.S. State Department's recent directive on America's God-given rights as we seek to protect the most innocent among us. He then reports on a bold position taken by the Alabama Public Library Service Board, which moved transgender literature from the youth section to an adult-restricted area, and provides thoughtful tips on how Christians can share their faith at Thanksgiving and Christmas. Dr. Paul Jehle, Executive Director of the Plymouth Rock Foundation, explores the background of the Pilgrims' first Thanksgiving and their failed experiment with socialism.
November 11, 2025
On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the possible end to the government shutdown, President Trump's plans to honor veterans, and his recent meeting with Syrian President al-Sharaa. He also shines a light on the persecution of Christians in China and Sudanese Christians. Dr. Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Maryland and Chairman of the House Freedom Caucus, recaps Day 42 of the Schumer Shutdown and offers his perspective on the Senate-passed government funding bill. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for Texas's 3rd District, comments on Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa's White House visit, reflects on Veterans Day, and highlights his bill expanding the religious rights of veterans. Frank Wolf, Former Congressman and Author of the 1998 United States' International Religious Freedom Act, exposes the persecution of Christians and other religious minorities in Sudan. Mat Staver, Founder and Chairman of Liberty Counsel, reacts to the U.S. Supreme Court's denial of his client former Kentucky County Clerk Kim Davis's case. Katy Faust, Founder of Them Before Us, previews the way forward after the U.S. Supreme Court declined to take up its redefinition of marriage.
October 27, 2025
On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the current status of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal, the government shutdown, and President Trump's Asia trip. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for Texas's 3rd District, recaps Day 27 of the government shutdown, comments on the future international peace keeping force in Gaza, as well as President Trump's tour of Asia. Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, offers his analysis of the potential U.S.-China trade agreement currently being negotiated and shares an update on the jailing of South Korean pastors. Debbie Wuthnow, iVoterGuide President and AFA Action Vice President, previews next week's elections across the country and highlights iVoterGuide's resources. Mark Tapscott, Senior Congressional Analyst for The Washington Stand, and Casey Harper uncover how Democrats on Capitol Hill and health care insurers are conspiring to protect the temporary, but very lucrative, Obamacare tax subsidies. They also expose the Chinese Communist Party dollars being funneled to U.S. colleges and react to a federal court ruling against the Biden administration's Title IX lunacy.
October 13, 2025
On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the Israeli hostage release, President Trump's Knesset speech and peace signing meeting in Egypt, the unprecedented arrest of 30 pastors in China, and Gov. Newsom's bill that violates parental rights. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for Texas's 3rd District, shares how President Trump's recent brokered peace deal between Israel and Hamas may benefit individuals and nations, and what's next with the government shutdown. Dr. George Barna, FRC's Senior Research Fellow for the Center for Biblical Worldview, on his most recent study, revealing the closely held beliefs and values of churchgoing Americans. Mike Johnson, U.S. Speaker of the House, responds to Senator Chuck Schumer's comments that things get better for Democrats the longer the shutdown continues. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, and Casey Harper unpack how President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu may view the peace agreement differently, the crackdown on Chinese Christians by Communist leaders, and Gov. Newsom's concerning AB 495 bill.