Washington Watch with Tony Perkins - Audio

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Washington Watch with Tony Perkins - Audio

Tony Perkins

Washington Watch with Tony Perkins helps Christ's followers consider current events and issues of our day from a Biblical worldview. Frequent guests include political leaders, statesmen, newsmakers, ministry leaders, and everyday citizens

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from across the country.

Episodes

  1. 19/25/2026 U.N. Meetings Conclude, the Trump-Xi Summit, and America at the Crossroads of Socialism and FreedomThe U.N. General Assembly meetings reach a conclusion following some tumultuous sessions, including a challenging presentation from the Israeli Prime Minister, a careful consideration of why Christians should embrace Israel, a grandmother’s tragic death at the hands of Canadian Healthcare, and the uniqueness of America’s freedom in a culture more broadly embracing socialism.54 min
  2. 29/28/2026 Presidents Trump and Xi Discuss Foreign Relations as the Church Contemplates Cultural EngagementTony and his guests analyze Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s U.N. speech, the White House meeting between Presidents Trump and Xi, the role gender ideology is playing in a Senate confirmation hearing, and the importance of churches engaging in political discourse.54 min
  3. 39/23/2026 China’s Christian Persecution and Undermining America, and Comparing Marx, Moody, and Modern CultureToday’s program looks at protecting female athletes, the role China is playing in persecuting Christians and undermining America, in consideration of the meetings between Presidents Trump and XI, the upcoming confirmation hearings of an important Trump nominee, and what we can learn from Karl Marx and D.L. Moody about our current cultural divide.54 min
  4. 49/18/2026 Today on WW: U.N. Meetings, Trans Surgery on Kids, Homeschool Prejudice, and International TensionsToday’s program reviews many things happening in New York City, surrounding the U.N. General Assembly meetings, the decision by two hospitals to cease "gender-affirming care” for minors, a Nebraska fire department’s discrimination against a homeschooled graduate, and international tensions in Ukraine and Taiwan.54 min
  5. 59/21/2026 The Rise of Global Conflict, Fraudulent Political Fundraising, and the U.S. Space AgencyToday on Washington Watch, Tony and his guests review growing global concerns about China, Iran, and the Houthis in Yemen, details emerge over allegations of fraudulent campaign contributions to key Democratic candidates through the political platform ActBlue, and Louisiana seeks to be the home of the new U.S. Space Academy.54 min
  6. 69/18/2026 Without Ignoring Today’s Hot Topics, We Focus on Thinking Biblically in a Changing CultureToday’s program reviews a SCOTUS Mail-in ballot decision as absentee voting season begins, new regulations on artificial intelligence, constitutional free speech protections, providing hope and God’s word to Ukrainian soldiers, and thinking biblically in an ever-changing culture.54 min
  7. 79/17/2026 Foreign Sanctions, Domestic Policy Positions, and Artificial Intelligence ConversationsToday on Washington Watch: The U.S. House’s final actions before heading home for the midterms include applying pressure on Russia and Iran. The Trump administration takes seemingly contradictory financial policy positions: The U.S. plans to sell arms to Israel. Considering the benefits and detriments of AI, what should a Christian consider when engaging in the conversation?54 min
  8. 89/16/2026 Advancing Life Through Prayer on Capitol Hill and Religious Freedom Around the WorldThe U.S. House votes on whether to impose strict sanctions on Russia, Senator Josh Hawley holds a prayer event on Capitol Hill and announces the Declaration for Life, concerns grow over the future solvency of Social Security, the Senate seeks to confirm judicial nominees ahead of the midterms, and Cissie Graham Lynch is nominated for Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom.54 min
  9. 99/15/2026 Distinguishing Principles and Values that Made America Good from Socialism and Socialism LightTony Perkins and guests discuss proposed legislation that would impact the future availability of AM radios, the next step for the SAVE America Act, preventing the establishment of sharia law in the United States, a judicial decision forcing a church to include abortion coverage in its employee health care plan, and the Trump administration's attempt to redistribute money to citizens.54 min
  10. 109/14/2026 Preparing for Midterms Domestically and Responding to Terror InternationallyAs Tony returns to the host chair, he and guests consider what is motivating voters ahead of the midterm elections, proposed cryptocurrency legislation, the Biden-era “superhighway” of abortion drugs, recent Iranian-backed Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabian interests, and proposed sanctions to stop Russian and Iranian atrocities.54 min
  11. 119/11/2026 Remembering 9/11, How It Changed America, and the Path ForwardToday’s Washington Watch reflects on September 11, 2001, from multiple vantage points, considers the various ways it has altered our nation, where America is culturally and militarily, resulting from crucial decisions made since then, and contemplates the future trajectory of our country.54 min
  12. 129/10/2026: 9-11’s 25th Anniversary, America’s Current Threats, and Remembering Charlie Kirk’s LegacyOn today’s Washington Watch episode, we take a look at the first-ever GOP Midterm Convention, the anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, and the upcoming 9-11 remembrances. We also consider the past, present, and future threats from radical Islamists and China, and reflect on the spiritual health of America.54 min
  13. 139/9/2026 Today’s Program Looks at a Few State Issues, UK Sanctions on Israel, and a First Midterm ConventionRedrawing Missouri’s Congressional Map again, Pennsylvania’s Dept. of Health redefines pregnant woman, Louisiana contemplates abortion drugs, and Texas identifies clear acts of radical Islamic terrorism. Additionally, Washington Watch offers updates on Iran, the UK’s sanctions on Judea and Samaria, and America’s first Republican midterm convention.54 min
  14. 149/8/2026 Wars, Debt, and Truth in Education on 9/11 and the Abortion Deep StateOn today’s Washington Watch: Updates on the Wars in Iran and Ukraine; The upcoming 25th anniversary of 9/11 and properly teaching its history; An encouraging jobs report; The rapidly growing national debt; An appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court regarding the mail-in voting case; The decision by three countries to ban trade with Judea and Samaria; Abortion drug makers in the hot seat.54 min
  15. 159/7/2026 It’s Back to School for Kids Across America; Here are Some Things To KnowThis Labor Day special takes a careful look at efforts to shrink the size of the Department of Education, reducing its bureaucratic power and placing it back in the hands of the people. We also help parents know where to keep an eye on their local districts, as their kids return to school this fall.54 min
  16. 169/4/2026 Trump’s New Iranian Approach, Maine Religious Liberty Interference, and Socialism’s IncompatibilityToday on Washington Watch: Two state supreme courts release controversial decisions affecting U.S. congressional districts and First Amendment concerns; President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu predict a forthcoming Iranian regime change amid Trump’s new economic-military approach; Our Biblical Worldview segment looks at a growing congressional divide over court packing and socialism.54 min
  17. 179/3/2026 California’s Moral Collapse Seeks Legal Cover, Abusing the 14th Amendment, and Declining $300 MillionA look into the hits and misses on Capitol Hill, the latest on the Iranian War, a developing alliance between China, Russia, and India, lawsuits in California over keeping men in women’s sports and preventing women's access to abortion pill reversal medication, 14th Amendment misconceptions and abuse with respect to birthright citizenship, and Samaritan’s Purse’s declination of $300 million.54 min
  18. 189/2/2026 Foreign Policy Takes Stage Abroad as Resisting Socialism and Protecting Kids is Our Domestic FocusThe House takes up birthright citizenship, the U.S. strikes in the Strait of Hormuz, the residual impact of the former Syrian president’s nuclear ambitions, trade talks between Russia, China, and India may affect the United States’ global influence, a Kansas school pushes gender transitions on children, the threat of socialism in America, and the misleading use of “Christian Socialism.”54 min
  19. 199/1/2026 Reviewing Congress’s Return to a Full Agenda, Fighting for Life, and Protecting Kids from DrugsToday’s program reviews how efforts to fund the government, denounce socialism, reduce birth tourism, and expose government abuse and negligence made the list Congress has undertaken since returning to Washington. We also look at attempts to prevent Virginia from codifying abortion and address the growing dangers of hemp-based products and the distribution of gas-station weed.54 min
  20. 208/31/2026 The Threat of Anti-Semitism, Iran, Hemp Products, and Gender Ideology Coupled with AuthoritarianismToday on Washington Watch: V.P. Vance addresses anti-Semitism concerns; Recap of the 9-11 Commission report; The House returns to Washington; Sanctions on Iran and banks doing business with Iran; How Christians inside Iran are surviving, and how we can pray for them; The higher intoxication impact of today’s hemp products; HHS report on gender ideology and authoritarianism.54 min
  21. 218/27/2026 Abortion Drugs Revelations, Left-Wing Violence, America’s Christian Roots, and a Ukrainian UpdateToday, Washington Watch looks at Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s realignment with the DSA, the Senate’s investigation of an abortion drug, and a study that reveals a correlation between transgender ideology and left-wing violence. Then we learn details on the META social media safety lawsuit settlement, the influence of Christianity on our founding, and Tony Perkins’ recent Ukraine Trip.54 min
  22. 228/26/2026 Iran’s Death Wish, META Settles Lawsuit, Tariff Talks, Christian Discrimination, and Women’s SportsToday on Washington Watch: Today on Washington Watch: Primary elections; Iranian death threats on President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu’s sons; META’s social media settlement; Tariff talks with Canada and China; The ever-expanding national debt; New immigration rules; Free speech rights for Christian college group; New school choice opportunities; Protecting women’s sports.54 min
  23. 238/24/2026 Iran’s Economic D-Day, Trump’s Tariff Threats, Muzzling Pro-Lifer Speech, and Marriage in AmericaAnalyzing Iran’s forthcoming economic D-Day, NYC grocery store owners’ lawsuit over government-owned grocery plans, President Trump’s tariff talk against Canada and China, abortion advocates who seek to muzzle the free speech of pro-lifers while advancing abortion until birth, and understanding a biblical perspective on marriage in a culture where more young adults choose to remain single.54 min
  24. 248/21/2026 Addressing America’s Deficit, Parental Rights Concerns, and Our Federal Balance of PowerOn today’s program, we look at the health of America’s economy amid an overwhelming deficit, the compromise of parental rights through dangerous legislation, the balance of power within the three branches of our government, and how to seek a safe environment that respects parental values as children return to school.54 min

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