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EPISODE · Apr 13, 2026 · 54 MIN

Casey Harper, Greg Steube, Jonathan Schanzer, Erica Inzina, Suzanne Bowdey, Quena Gonzalez

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The Washington Stand’s Casey Harper reports the latest news coming from Iran, including the U.S.-initiated blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and how oil prices will be affected. He also reports on Rep. Eric Swalwell’s decision to end his campaign for California governor even as calls for his removal from Congress grow. Greg Steube, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Florida, provides an update on funding the Department of Homeland Security, the congressional agenda this week, including Section 702 of the FISA renewal, another Democrat-led war powers resolution, and budget reconciliation 2.0. Dr. Jonathan Schanzer, Executive Director at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, unpacks the potential consequences of the failed U.S.-Iran talks and President Trump’s threat to blockade the Strait of Hormuz. Erica Inzina, Louisiana Right to Life Policy Director, unpacks state-level attempts to regulate care pregnancy centers in Louisiana. Suzanne Bowdey, Editorial Director and Senior Writer for The Washington Stand, and Quena Gonzalez, FRC’s Senior Director of Government Affairs, to react to the American Bible Society’s newest report, the ongoing war with Iran, preview the upcoming election in Virginia, share update on the SAVE America Act and comments on Louisiana’s attempt to regulate care pregnancy centers in the state.

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