• Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse  reports on the elections in Texas, the U.S. Department of Justice’s request to lift an injunction that paused the progress on the White House’s East Wing construction project, and a court ruling blocking Alabama’s redrawn congressional map.
• Ilan Berman, Senior Vice President for the American Foreign Policy Council, shares the latest on the U.S.–Iran negotiations and analyzes Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s comments that negotiating a deal to end the conflict with Iran could take a few days. He also comments on President Trump’s call on other Middle Eastern countries to join the Abraham Accords.
• Randy Fine, U.S. Representative for Florida’s 6th District, reacts to President Trump’s comment that he will link any Iran deal with the Abraham Accords, as well as news from the anti-ICE protests in New Jersey. He also offers an update on a potential immigration and reconciliation package.
• Chloe Cole, Detransitioner and Advocate, highlights her campaign against Home Depot and other corporations for funding so-called gender transition surgeries for minors through their employee health plans. She also calls out the Human Rights Campaign’s pressure campaign on corporations’ support for these dangerous surgeries.
• Scott McConnell, Executive Director of Lifeway Research, unpacks their new study finding the share of Christians who say many people are unaware of their faith has doubled since 2013. He reveals what cultural and social dynamics are contributing to the growing share of Christians whose faith is not evident to others. He also offers suggestions on how churches should respond to this.

On this Memorial Day edition of Washington Watch, we feature excerpts from FRC’s God & Government course taught by Tony Perkins, exploring the connection between biblical principles and American government. Today, with gratitude, we honor the memory and sacrifice of those who "gave the last full measure of devotion,” for our freedoms.

• Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse explains why Republicans are now stalling the vote on funding ICE, next steps for reconciliation, and why the U.S.-Iran talks appear to be on hold.
• Mike Haridopolos, U.S. Representative for Florida’s 8th District, discusses the immigration funding package before Congress, President Trump’s proposed anti-weaponization fund, and the future of the White House ballroom.
• Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, discusses China’s opposition to the U.S. deployment of midrange missile systems in Southeast Asia and the delay of U.S. arms sales to Taiwan.
• Yoe Suarez, International Affairs Correspondent for The Washington Stand, provides context on the indictment against Cuban leader Raúl Castro and how Christians on the island nation are engaging in civic resistance under the current regime.
• Clare Morell, Fellow, The Ethics and Public Policy Center and Author of “The Tech Exit: A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones,” explores the impact of digital technology on human relationships, and how the use of smartphones is threatening various aspects of families, marriages, and even fertility.

• Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse explains how the anti-weaponization fund language in the reconciliation bill is delaying the Senate vote, where things stand with the War Powers Resolution in the House, and an update on Iran.
• Mark Harris, U.S. Representative for North Carolina’s 8th District, reviews the House Judiciary Committee’s subpoena to the SPLC interim leader, the status of the Protect Kids Act, and the War Powers Resolution.
• Dr. Jonathan Lett, Director of the Faith, Science, and Technology Initiative and Associate Professor of Theology at LeTourneau University, shares how artificial intelligence is becoming a spiritual authority for some users, even among practicing Christians.
• Ian Lake, Chief of Staff at Lifewise Academy, discusses proposed legislation in Louisiana that will permit public school students access to biblical instruction during regular school hours.
• Rick Edmonds, Louisiana State Senator, shares details of legislation to protect houses of worship, designed to prevent situations like what occurred with the invasion of protesters at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota.

• The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper reviews the House Judiciary Committee hearing on the Southern Poverty Law Center and Tony Perkins’s testimony, Super Tuesday primary results, and votes on the reconciliation and housing bills.
• Brigadier General (Ret.) John Teichert, former Assistant Deputy Under Secretary for the Air Force for International Affairs, provides analysis on negotiations to end the war in Iran following President Trump’s decision to postpone an attack.
• John Rose, U.S. Representative for Tennessee's 6th District, breaks down the U.S. House floor votes on a housing bill and Reconciliation 2.0.
• Cole Cuzick, winner of the Kentucky House of Representatives District 63 primary, explains how his common-sense approach became a winning strategy for the state house, what led him to run for office, and his experience as an intern with Family Research Council. 
• Harriet Hageman, U.S. Representative for Wyoming’s At-Large District, sheds light on the Southern Poverty Law Center hearing and the weaponization fund at the Department of Justice.
• Suzanne Bowdey, Editorial Director and Senior Writer for The Washington Stand, shares a Family Research Council perspective on the Southern Poverty Law Center hearing before the House Judiciary Committee.

• The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper details the latest on the Super Tuesday primaries, discusses the likely enforcement methods of the SCOTUS racial gerrymandering decision, and shares President Trump’s recent comments on the war in Iran.
• Glenn Grothman, U.S. Representative for Wisconsin’s 6th District and member of the House Budget Committee, covers the weaponization of the Department of Justice under previous administrations and the next steps for reconciliation. 
• Dr. Robert Malone, Founder & President of the Malone Institute, provides an update on the Ebola and Hantavirus outbreaks and the status of six infected Americans.
• Rabbi Yaakov Menken, Executive Vice President of the Coalition for Jewish Values, discusses the rise of anti-Semitism in New York and a report revealing that most crimes against Jewish people are taking place in New York City.
• Thomas W. Jacobson, Founder of Global Life Campaign and Author of “Fire at the Founding” and “Abortion Worldwide Report,” explains the efforts before the U.S. Supreme Court to protect human life and previews his recent book that helps Americans recall the spiritual heritage of our nation during the 250th anniversary.

• The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper explains why the Senate parliamentarian struck down the White House ballroom security funding in the reconciliation package, the announcement of a new leader of the FDA, and provides an update on the situation in Iran.
• Rep. Tom Emmer, U.S. Representative for Minnesota’s 6th and House Majority Whip, provides insight into reconciliation 2.0 following the Senate parliamentarian's recent decision to strike ballroom security funding, breaks down the Trump-Xi summit, and discusses additional revelations about fraud in Minnesota.
• Brett A. Shumate, Assistant Attorney General, discusses the Department of Justice settlement with Texas Children’s Hospital to end transgender surgeries on minors.
• Brad Brandon, CEO and Founder of Across Nigeria, reports from Nigeria about the 20 Islamic state fighters who died, including two key leaders, and the ongoing concern of persecuted Christians in that nation.
• Dr. John Plake, Chief Ministry Insights & Innovation Officer at American Bible Society, reviews elements of the 2026 State of the Bible Report, which reveals surprising data on people who identify as Christian and shares ideas on how churches can engage with people based on the findings.

• The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper provides an overview of President Trump’s meetings with President Xi and conversations surrounding persecuted Christians in China, explains the basics of the U.S. Supreme Court's mifepristone decision, and shares details about Franklin Graham’s launch of the 50 Days of Prayer for Our Nation campaign.
• Col. (Ret.) Bob Maginnis, Author and Senior Fellow for National Security at FRC, offers insight into the summit between Presidents Trump and Xi, explains China’s ongoing human rights abuses, and their current threat to Taiwan.
• Christopher Mills, Founder of Spero Law LLC, gives a legal analysis of the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision on mifepristone and explains the next steps we can anticipate.
• David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, covers the moral implications of the SCOTUS ruling with respect to mailing the abortion drug mifepristone to women without visiting a doctor, and reviews a survey called “How Americans Feel About Religion in Government and Public Life.”

• The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper reports on the SCOTUS decision on mifepristone, President Trump’s China Trip, and a hearing aimed at stopping illegal organ trafficking in China and elsewhere.
• Gabriella McIntyre, Legal Counsel for Alliance Defending Freedom’s Center for Life, explores the implications of the U.S. Supreme Court case involving the abortion drug, mifepristone.
• Travis Weber, FRC’s Vice President for Policy & Government Affairs, explains the Amicus Brief FRC authored regarding the mifepristone case before the U.S. Supreme Court and breaking news from the court that permits a lower court decision to continue temporarily.
• Vicky Hartzler, Chair of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom and former U.S. Representative, talks about USCIRF’s call for President Trump to nominate an Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom, her final day as USCIRF Chair, and her reflections on accomplishments during her tenure.
• Ben Cline, U.S. Representative for Virginia’s 6th District, discusses the summit between Presidents Trump and Xi, federal legislation to combat the CCP’s influence, and the latest on reconciliation 2.0.
• Sam Brownback, former U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom, and Grace Jin Drexel, daughter of jailed Chinese Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri, explain the tragic persecution of Christians in China, including Grace’s father, consider actions steps President Trump should take to end China’s religious oppression, and preview Ambassador Brownback’s book, “China’s War on Earth.”

• The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper reports on President Trump’s visit to China, offers an update on the redistricting battle in South Carolina, highlights the House Judiciary Subcommittee hearing examining concerns about the rise of Sharia law in America, and reacts to the Senate hearing on the origins of COVID-19.
• Kevin Cramer, U.S. Senator from North Dakota, previews President Trump’s visit to China and shares an update on Reconciliation 2.0.
• Chris Smith, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of New Jersey, shines a light on his House resolution urging President Trump to raise the issue of political prisoners in his meetings with China’s leader Xi.
• Chip Roy, U.S. Representative for Texas's 21st District, summarizes what he heard at the House Judiciary subcommittee hearing on “Sharia-Free America: Why Political Islam & Sharia Law are Incompatible with the U.S. Constitution: Part II.”
• Catherine Hanaway, Missouri Attorney General, reveals why her state joined 23 others in asking the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold their stay on the abortion drug mifepristone. She also comments on Missouri’s abortion referendum and the state supreme court’s ruling on their redistricting map.

• The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper discusses whether the CCP’s human rights abuses will be addressed during President Trump’s Trip to China, reflects on Secretary of War Pete Hegseth’s Capitol Hill testimony, and covers the SCOTUS ruling on Alabama’s congressional redistricting map.
• James Lankford, U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, discusses the congressional debate surrounding DHS funding, anticipated topics to be covered during the Xi-Trump meetings in China, and the legal battle before the U.S. Supreme Court regarding access to abortion drug mifepristone.
• Jan Jekielek, Senior Editor at The Epoch Times and Author, exposes the organ harvesting industry in China that few people are discussing.
• Steve Marshall, Attorney General of Alabama, covers Alabama’s redistricting efforts following the U.S. Supreme Court’s overturning of racially-biased maps and shares his state's announcement to investigate the SPLC.
• Suzanne Bowdey, Editorial Director and Senior Writer for The Washington Stand, and Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast and Host of the “Outstanding” podcast, break down redistricting efforts, developments surrounding abortion drug mifepristone, and human rights in China. 

• The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper reports on the U.S. Supreme Court deadline on the dangerous and deadly abortion pill case, the reconvened Congress docket attempt to fund immigration enforcement agencies, and President Trump’s rejection of Iran’s proposal to end the war.
• Dr. David Wurmser, Senior Analyst for Middle East Policy at The Center for Security Policy, explains why President Trump has rejected Iran’s latest proposal, analyzes the status of the ceasefire, and discusses the status of the Strait of Hormuz.
• Dr. Stephanie E. Haridopolos, Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor at HHS, shares how Moms.gov will help new and expecting mothers.
• Josh Brecheen, U.S. Representative for Oklahoma’s 2nd District, discusses congressional places to tackle reconciliation 2.0, what that could mean for law enforcement funding, and how other government funding projects may be impacted.
• Ken Cuccinelli, Former Virginia Attorney General and Chairman of the Election Transparency Initiative, offers context on the Virginia Supreme Court decision to strike the voter-approved redistricting map and explains the broader implications of redistricting in other states as we head towards the midterm elections. 
• Matt Carpenter, Director of FRC Action, explains shifting election strategies amid redistricting efforts and provides insight into the additions and subtractions of Republican and Democratic seats in various states.

• Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse provides breaking news on Virginia Democrats' redistricting attempt and offers an update on Iran.
• Dr. Greg Murphy, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of North Carolina, previews next week’s legislative agenda, including the new reconciliation bill to fund immigration enforcement agencies and President Trump’s upcoming meeting with China’s President Xi.
• Morgan Griffith, U.S. Representative for Virginia’s 9th district, discusses the decision from the Virginia Supreme Court regarding whether recent efforts to gerrymander congressional districts met the state constitutional requirements.
• Jennie Hayes, Pray Vote Stand Chapter Leader in Seminole County, FL, shares about her initiative to reach out to elected leaders to pray for them.
• Dr. Donna Harrison, CEO Emerita and Director of Research at the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists, talks about the release of an upcoming SCOTUS decision and the rationale behind restoring in-person requirements to receive abortion drug prescriptions.
• Dr. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, offers a biblical perspective on the SCOTUS case that may affect abortion drug distributions, a growing sentiment among Gen Z to claim life without marriage can be fulfilling, and a new study that claims politics is destroying American friendships.

• The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper highlights the National Day of Prayer, Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s trip to Rome, and offers an update on the Hantavirus.
• Randy Fine, U.S. Representative for Florida’s 6th District, reviews the U.S. proposal to end the war in Iran and addresses the growing concern over anti-Semitism across America and around the world.
• Cameron Sexton, Speaker of the Tennessee House of Representatives, provides an overview of the redistricting battles in Louisiana, Alabama, Florida, and the possibility of it in South Carolina and Tennessee, and discusses the resolution in his home state to designate June as “Nuclear Family Month.”
• Andrea Lucas, Chair of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, explains why the EEOC has filed a lawsuit against The New York Times for engaging in DEI-related race-based and sexual discrimination.
• Suzanne Bowdey, Editorial Director and Senior Writer for The Washington Stand, teams up with Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast and Host of the “Outstanding” podcast, to discuss recent primary election results, the ongoing efforts to redistrict congressional districts in various states, and the U.S. Supreme Court case regarding abortion drugs and the companies producing them.

• The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper shares primary election results on Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan, and reports on the one-page agreement memo to end the U.S.-Iran conflict.
• Diana Harshberger, U.S. Representative for Tennessee’s 1st District, provides background on the mail-order abortion drug business, a related case before the U.S. Supreme Court, and efforts to stem the tide of transgender procedures on minor children.
• Dion Elmore, Vice President of the National Day of Prayer Task Force, Previews the National Day of Prayer and highlights the importance of America coming together in prayer.
• Len Munsil, President of Arizona Christian University, explores a new report on the religious engagement of Gen Z, discusses the Charlie Kirk effect, and considers whether America is in the midst of a national revival.
• Elizabeth Gillette, Prolife Advocate, Author and Speaker, and Erin Hawley, Senior Counsel at Alliance Defending Freedom, share a painful and personal story of what happened following the consumption of abortion drugs, efforts within the FDA to remove safety standards, putting more women and children at risk, and calls for prayer for those struggling with abortion decisions.
• Christopher Mills, Founder of Spero Law LLC, explains the current legal status of the mail-in-abortion pill cases before the U.S. Supreme Court and refers to FRC’s amicus brief. 

• The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper provides an update on redistricting efforts in Alabama and Tennessee, primary elections in Ohio and Indiana, and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth’s press conference highlighting Project Freedom.
• John McGuire, U.S. Representative for the 5th District of Virginia, responds to whether Iran’s attacks in the Strait of Hormuz violated the current ceasefire, considers if those attacks reset the 60-day deadline under the War Powers Resolution, and offers an update on Virginia’s redistricting case.
• Dave Wasserman, Senior Editor and Elections Analyst at Cook Political Report, considers the impact of redistricting on this year’s midterm elections, especially following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to limit Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.
• Ian Prior, Senior Counsel at America First Legal, explains how Fairfax County, Virginia, is violating federal law by failing to notify parents when students seek transgender procedures and provides details on their demands to comply or face litigation. 
• John Stonestreet, President of the Colson Center and Host of “Breakpoint,” gives context to the recent Happiness Report, delves into transgenderism and transhumanism, and discusses the multifaceted harms of chemical abortions.

• The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper reports on breaking news concerning the U.S. Supreme Court’s review of abortion drugs and an update on state congressional map redistricting following a recent SCOTUS ruling.
• Scott Perry, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania’s 10th District, discusses what comes next to ensure safe passage in the Strait of Hormuz, where things stand with the War Powers Resolution after passing the 60-day deadline of U.S. military engagement in Iran, and the talk on U.S. troop reductions in Germany.
• Erin Hawley, Senior Counsel at Alliance Defending Freedom, offers a legal analysis of the Fifth Circuit Court ruling that attempts to reinstate in-person-only dispensing requirements for abortion drugs.
• Mike Johnson, U.S. Speaker of the House, explains the likely impact of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on redistricting, the recent congressional reauthorization of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, and the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
• Dr. Michael Rubin, Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, describes what to anticipate next with the war and ceasefire efforts in Iran, additional threats of executions by the new regime, and the impact of the blockade on the Strait of Hormuz.

• Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse reports on the status of the Iran War Powers Resolution on Capitol Hill and Iran's new proposal for a peace deal. She also recaps the latest on DHS funding, Reconciliation 2.0, and FISA.
• Steve Marshall, Attorney General of Alabama, celebrates the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in the Louisiana redistricting case and shares why he asked the Court to quickly remove the blocks on his state’s 2023 congressional map.
• Jeff Crank, U.S. Representative for Colorado’s 5th District, evaluates Iran's new proposal for a deal with the U.S., comments on Secretary of War Hegseth’s assertion that the War Powers Resolution of 1973 ‘terminated’ before the 60-day deadline. He also shares an update on FISA.
• Les Bernal, National Director of Stop Predatory Gambling, reacts to a Senate-passed resolution banning congressional staff from betting on  platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi.
• Dr. David Closson, Director of FRC's Center for Biblical Worldview, takes a deep dive into the U.S. Department of Justice’s Anti-Christian Bias report and the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on the New Jersey pregnancy care centers case.

• The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper reports on Florida lawmakers’ approval of Gov. Ron DeSantis’s new redistricting map, and the latest developments from Capitol Hill.
• Dr. Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for Maryland’s 1st District, offers an update on the ongoing Department of Homeland Security shutdown and previews the next steps.
• Camille Varone, Deputy Assistant Attorney General, highlights the Department of Justice’s new report on Eradicating Anti-Christian Bias within the Federal Government.
• Tyler O’Neil, Senior Editor of The Daily Signal, unravels the Southern Poverty Law Center’s two motions refuting the DOJ’s claim that their informant program was kept secret.
• Casey Harper and Joshua Arnold, Washington Stand Senior Writer, break down the DOJ’s investigation into the Southern Poverty Law Center, the DOJ’s anti-Christian bias report, and Sen. Joni Ernst’s request to the DOJ to investigate the Biden Administration’s discussions of Planned Parenthood’s Paycheck Protection Program loans.

• The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper provides great pro-life news from the U.S. Supreme Court and offers insight into Capitol Hill developments in the House on reconciliation, the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, and the agriculture bill.
• John Rose, U.S. Representative for Tennessee's 6^th District, shares the latest news from Capitol Hill regarding FISA and the farm bill.
• Ted Budd, Senator from North Carolina, discusses the Senate Armed Services Committee hearing with Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and the questions he received about relieving key officials of their duties.
• Ben Aguiñaga, Louisiana Solicitor General, reacts to the U.S. Supreme Court’s pivotal decision regarding Louisiana’s congressional map.
• Dr. Albert Mohler, President of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, shares biblical insights into the assassination attempt on President Trump and unpacks the Southern Poverty Law Center indictment.