• February 16, 2026

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports the latest on the partial government shutdown, and Israeli air force's strikes on terrorist targets across Gaza in response to violations of the truce. Dr. Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for Maryland's 1st District, offers an update on the partial government shutdown and clarifies how frequent government shutdowns disrupt the continuity and stability of government operations and its workforce, and unpacks what overall effects they have on governing the country. Dr. David Wurmser, Senior Analyst for Middle East Policy at The Center for Security Policy, reacts to the Israeli Cabinet's decision to advance measures to safeguard archaeological sites from destruction by the Palestinian Authority, and renewing land registration in Judea and Samaria, enabling expanded designation of state land for Israeli development. He also previews of the Gaza Board of Peace upcoming meeting in DC. Eric Johnston, Founder and President of Southeast Law Institute, gives his legal analysis of Alabama's State House Bill 363 that would classify church service disruptions as a Class C felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy & Government Affairs, and Casey Harper, share about the impact of the partial government shutdown, comment on California Governor Gavin Newsom signing a 90 million dollar emergency funding bill for Planned Parenthood and break down good news coming out of Iowa, West Virginia and Ohio.

• February 12, 2026

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reviews the Senate Oversight Committee hearing on fraud and immigration enforcement in Minnesota and the drawdown of Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota. Buddy Carter, U.S. Representative for Georgia's 1st District, discusses the likelihood of a partial government shutdown and who will be affected, and provides an update on the Save America Act. Dr. Jennifer Bauwens, Senior Research Fellow for Family Research Council, discusses the school shooting in Canada by a trans-identifying former student and addresses the growing number of violent actions by people struggling with gender dysphoria. Chris May, President of Teen Pact, shares how his ministry is helping students deepen their relationship with Christ, understand the political process, value liberty, and defend their faith in today's culture. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy & Government Affairs, and Suzanne Bowdey, Editorial Director and Senior Writer at The Washington Stand, explain corporate America's shift away from the Human Rights Campaign's radical LGBT agenda, FRC's petition to encourage Senate passage of the Save America Act, and the amicus brief submitted by FRC that challenges the FDA's permissive attitude towards the harmful abortion drug, Mifepristone.

• January 15, 2026

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 threat to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minnesota, a Senate hearing on the amount of time children spend looking at video and mobile screens, and the U.N. Security Council's meeting on Iran. Tim Walberg, U.S. Representative for Michigan's 5th District, weighs in on the protests in Minnesota, President Trump's threat to remove federal funding for sanctuary cities, and the role of a federal response to domestic unrest. Jonathan Hessen, Senior Fellow at the Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security, delves into the growing protests in Iran as well as the ongoing violence and Christian persecution in Syria. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy & Government Affairs, and Suzanne Bowdey, Editorial Director and Senior Writer at The Washington Stand, discuss the Senate hearing on children's screen time, the status of the annual appropriations bills in Congress, and growing concerns over the Chinese Communist Party's influence over Chinese nationals now living in Kazakhstan.

• January 8, 2026

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 Obamacare subsidy extensions, the Senate vote on the War Powers Resolution, and growing tensions in Minnesota following a shooting involving an ICE agent. Travis Weber, Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, explains the War Powers Resolution currently in the Senate, developments in Venezuela, and the importance of the Hyde Amendment. Dr. Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for Maryland's 1st District, discusses the congressional vote on extending Obamacare subsidies, how the Hyde Amendment could impact the debate, and what this could mean for future government shutdowns. Wiley Thompson, Former FBI Assistant Director and FRC's Director of Security, offers an objective look at how investigations into incidents, like the shooting in Minnesota involving an ICE agent, typically unfold. FRC's Travis Weber and Casey Harper weigh in on the Hyde Amendment as it pertains to taxpayer-funded abortion, the War Powers Act, the growing protests in Minnesota following the shooting involving an ICE agent, and the uncovering of massive fraudulent abuse of government funds.

• December 25, 2025

On this special Christmas Day program, we are stepping back from the news and the business of Washington, D.C., for an unscripted, free-wheeling conversation about faith, family, and freedom - the core values FRC works to defend so that we can freely celebrate days like today. Joining us are familiar voices from The Washington Stand, Casey Harper, Suzanne Bowdey, Jared Bridges, and Sarah Holliday. Travis Weber and Quena Gonzalez from FRC's Policy and Government Affairs team, along with Lt. General (Ret.) Jerry Boykin and Ken Blackwell share about their work and favorite Christmas memories.

• December 16, 2025

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the House Judiciary Subcommittee hearing on the SPLC, the case before the U.S. Supreme Court on the San Jose, California church facing $1.2 million in COVID fines, the Islamic influence of the deadly shooting in Australia, and how that is affecting security measures of Jewish groups in America. Mark Harris, U.S. Representative for North Carolina's 8th District, shares the latest on how Congress proposes to make health insurance more affordable and what he heard from witnesses affected by the Southern Poverty Law Center's lies at the House Judiciary Committee's hearing on the discredited group. Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council, provides insight into his testimony on Capitol Hill regarding the Southern Poverty Law Center's questionable actions and its entanglement with media and government agencies. Robert Tyler, President and Chief Counsel at Advocates for Faith and Freedom, explains their cert. petition before the U.S. Supreme Court, defending Calvary Chapel in San Jose, CA, which faces over one million dollars in fines for keeping the church open during the COVID crisis. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, and Tony Perkins clarify the U.S. policy towards Syria, shed light on the plight of persecuted minorities there, and cover the recent deadly attack on U.S. soldiers. Marlin Stutzman, U.S. Representative for Indiana's 3rd District, discusses the uncertain climate in Syria, what led to this point, and how Congress and President Trump may respond.

• December 15, 2025

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the antisemitic terror attack in Australia and the FBI revelations that a terrorist attack was foiled in California. He also shares about the GOP health care plan announced by House Republican leadership and offers an update on the NDAA in the Senate. Dr. Moshe Glick, president of the New Jersey chapter of Israel365, comments on the antisemitic mass shooting in Australia and contrasts that with how the U.S. Department of Justice is responding to the violent protestors outside Dr. Glick's synagogue. Mark Krikorian, Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies, offers his insights into how the FBI foiled a New Year's terrorist plot and sounds the alarm on news that 18,000 suspected terrorists were allowed into the U.S. under the Biden administration. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, and Casey Harper, unpack the White House's AI order, commend lawmakers working to strengthen regulations on sports gambling and voice concern about Chinese billionaires having babies via surrogates.

• December 3, 2025

Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, covers the recent Ukraine-Russia negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin, the generous $6.25 billion donation by tech giants to savings accounts for U.S. children, a troubling survey on college students' perceptions of speech, and the latest violence against Nigerian Christians. Peter Doran, Adjunct Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, offers an update on the negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, and the potential expansion of U.S. strikes from Venezuelan drug boats to land targets. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, and Brad Brandon, CEO and Founder at Across Nigeria, raise awareness of the genocide of Nigerian Christians and highlight an important event at the Museum of the Bible on international religious freedom. Sarah Holliday, Reporter for the Washington Stand, shares how the Stand on the Word Bible devotional has benefited her and many partners of the Family Research Council. Josh Hawley, U.S. Senator from Missouri, explains why removing an artificial intelligence regulation from the National Defense Authorization Act will be good for the states.

• October 16, 2025

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the Israel-Hamas updates, Prime Minister Netanyahu's ceremony for fallen soldiers, and ongoing Senate negotiations on the continuing resolution. Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for Texas's 14th District, provides further context on the government shutdown and Middle East ceasefire. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, discusses religious persecution in China and Nigeria and the possibility of placing Nigeria on the list of countries of particular concern(CPC).Jonathan Keller, CEO of California Family Council, looks at Los Angeles declaring a state of emergency against ICE agents and the potential impact of how passing Assembly Bill 495 will infringe on parental rights. Daniel Cohen, News Director at Real Life Network, previews the Pray Vote Stand Summit and offers his insight on what is happening in Israel.

• 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.