January 30, 2026
On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on Capitol Hill negotiations to avoid a government shutdown, President Trump's Federal Reserve Chair nominee announcement, and the arrest of former CNN anchor Don Lemon following his involvement in the protest disrupting a St. Paul, MN church service. Pete Sessions, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Texas, shares where Congress stands on the federal government shutdown with respect to funding DHS and FEMA, reacts to President Trump's Federal Reserve Chair announcement, and the release of more documents from the Epstein files. Cleta Mitchell, Senior Legal Fellow at Conservative Partnership Institute, provides context on the FBI raid of the Fulton County, GA, election headquarters, concerns over Georgia officials who defended their 2020 election actions with election records, and comments that they are prepared for potential charges. Mike Waller, Senior Analyst for Strategy at the Center for Security Policy, explains tactics agitators use to antagonize ICE agents, discusses the funding mechanisms behind protests with suspected ties to the Chinese Communist Party and dark-money sources, and offers ways ICE should handle professional protesters and their complex operations. Dr. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, discusses HHS rescinding the pharmacy abortion pill mandate, President Trump's drug addiction executive order, and the Don Lemon arrest related to church protests.
January 6, 2026
On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the sharp congressional divide over the South American dictator Nicolas Maduro's arrest and the legalities over actions in Venezuela, President Trump's call for compromise over extending Obamacare subsidies, including abortion funding, and imprisoned Christians in Iran for practicing their faith. Michael Cloud, U.S. Representative for Texas's 27th District, shares what was covered in the Republican House retreat, President Trump's call for a compromise on abortion funding with respect to the Hyde Amendment, and discusses the passing of California Congressman Doug LaMalfa. Mike Rounds, U.S. Senator from South Dakota, discusses what he and other senators are learning about the situation in Venezuela with respect to a U.S. military strike and apprehension of the country's dictator, Nicolas Maduro. Pete Sessions, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Texas, provides insight into the Oversight Committee's actions that appear to have led to the dissolution of PBS. Gregg Roman, Executive Director of the Middle East Forum, summarizes the tense situation in Iran, characterized by protests and uprisings by those seeking a change in leadership.
December 17, 2025
On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, provides an update on the health insurance legislation proposal and President Trump's order for a military blockade in Venezuela. Pete Sessions, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Texas, discusses the debate in Congress over health insurance legislation as well as President Trump's consideration of reclassifying marijuana as a Schedule III Drug. Brigadier General (Ret.) John Teichert, former Assistant Deputy Under Secretary for the Air Force for International Affairs, explores the actions of the U.S. military blockade off the coast of Venezuela. Luke Niforatos, Executive Vice President of Smart Approaches to Marijuana, expresses concerns over President Trump's possible reclassification of marijuana as a drug with acceptable medical use. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, and Quena Gonzalez, FRC's Senior Director of Government Affairs, weigh in on reclassifying marijuana, the proposed GOP health insurance legislation, the National Defense Authorization Act, and Marjorie Taylor Greene's possible attempt to remove Speaker Mike Johnson from his leadership role.
August 26, 2025
On today's program: Pete Sessions, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Texas, reacts to the president's Cabinet meeting, as well as new developments at the Federal Reserve and in Abrego Garcia's case. Julie Hartman, Senior Advisor for the Office of Communications and Outreach at the Department of Education, explains how the Trump administration is cracking down on Title IX violations and protecting parental rights in schools. Michael Cloud, U.S. Representative for Texas's 27th District, discusses his recent trip to Israel and the GOP strategy on redistricting after the Democrats' blue state threats. Chelsea Sobolik, Director of Government Relations at World Relief, highlights the tragedy of thousands of missing Ukrainian children who were transported behind Russian lines during the war. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, shares how Christians can engage and pray for Ukraine's stolen children.