Who decides when a human life becomes valuable That question sits behind nearly every major headline right now Supreme Court shield-law fights over abortion pills crossing state lines and a case out of the Netherlands where a two-year-old child was euthanized In this special extended episode we host Truth Talk Live on the Truth Network for a full hour on the sanctity of human life Dr Abidan Shah makes the case that the real issue underneath abortion and euthanasia debates is ownership does God hold the copyright on life or do we We work through Psalm and what it means [... more]

North Carolina election officials are welcoming a U S Supreme Court decision allowing the state to continue using the federal SAVE database to verify the citizenship status of registered voters while officials say voters will not be automatically removed based on database results Meanwhile a new Wake County school library policy is drawing criticism from House Majority Leader Brenden Jones who is promising a legislative response Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss scrutiny facing Democratic state House candidate Evonne Hopkins after she said she had used Flock camera data in her work as a family law [... more]

The America we live in today would be mostly unrecognizable to our Founding Fathers While local and high court judges are busy redefining marriage politicians are working to silence Christians in the public square Dr Robert Jeffress calls America back to her Christian roots To support Pathway to Victory go to ptv org donate [... more]

In recent decades the American government has taken drastic measures to ensure the separation of church and state And while many have applauded these efforts today's lawmakers are actually going against the wishes of our Founding Fathers Dr Robert Jeffress explains why America is and has always been a Christian nation To support Pathway to Victory go to ptv org donate [... more]

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On this episode of Our American Stories before Antonin Scalia joined the Supreme Court he was wrestling with a question that would define his career What is a judge supposed to do when the law produces a result he doesn't personally like Scalia's answer was that judges should follow the law rather than their own preferences an idea that helped shape his growing commitment to textualism and originalism James Rosen author of Scalia Rise to Greatness continues Scalia's story through his years as a lawyer professor government official and federal judge He also shares the story of Scalia's marriage to [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories before Antonin Scalia became the first Italian American to serve on the U S Supreme Court he was Nino the only child of an Italian American family growing up in Queens His father had arrived from Sicily as a teenager speaking no English and worked his way through school to become a professor of Romance languages His mother the daughter of Italian immigrants became a schoolteacher Together they filled their son's childhood with books high expectations family and a deeply rooted Catholic faith James Rosen author of Scalia Rise to Greatness shares how [... more]

The September Carolina Journal Poll provides a new snapshot of likely North Carolina voters heading into the final weeks before the November election including views on the direction of the country and job approval for President Donald Trump and Gov Josh Stein David Larson of Carolina Journal breaks down the U S Senate race between Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley where Cooper leads to as well as the North Carolina Supreme Court contest The poll also finds roughly two-thirds of voters support each of the three proposed constitutional amendments while measuring views on the Democratic Socialists of America and data [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories a constitution can promise its people all kinds of rights But what happens when the government becomes powerful enough to ignore them For Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia the Constitution protected liberty not simply by guaranteeing rights but by dividing power so that no person or institution could easily control the government In a appearance before the U S Senate Judiciary Committee Scalia explained why an independent judiciary a separately elected president and two houses of Congress were designed to restrain one another What Americans sometimes call gridlock he argued was not necessarily [... more]

President Donald Trump returned to North Carolina to campaign for Republican U S Senate candidate Michael Whatley using his Gastonia rally to criticize Democrat Roy Cooper's record on crime and the response to Hurricane Helene The program also highlights remarks from Whatley and congressional candidates Laurie Buckhout and Jennifer Balkcom as Republicans rally supporters ahead of the November midterms Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss an appeals court ruling upholding the transfer of North Carolina election board appointment authority to State Auditor Dave Boliek Plus Butterball has agreed to pay to settle a disability [... more]

The Supreme Court on Monday left intact a lower court decision that blocked the U S Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the run-up to the November midterm elections The Republican-controlled Senate refused to pass the Save America Act - meaning there's a very good chance there will be voter fraud in the midterm elections President Trump called the SCOTUS ruling a bad decision for Republicans See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Pastors in Colorado were criminally charged for feeding the homeless For nearly a year the ACLJ has stood alongside pastors and church members of three Colorado churches as they fought for their right to gather for worship fellowship and religious outreach in a Northglenn Colorado public park The parties have reached a settlement agreement The Sekulow team discusses the case in Colorado the fight for religious liberty nationwide and much more [... more]

Pastor Skip explains why the One who holds the universe together is more than able to hold your life together even when everything feels uncertain [... more]

North Carolina marks years since the Sept terrorist attacks remembering the lives lost and the lasting impact of that day on the state and nation Meanwhile Chemours DuPont and Corteva have agreed to a million settlement resolving North Carolina claims tied to PFAS or forever chemical contamination Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss a case before the North Carolina Supreme Court that will determine whether Attorney General Jeff Jackson can move forward with the state's lawsuit against TikTok See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Thu Hr Pastor reads an article on how to prevent pathogenic infections growing and eating Hot peppers Paster Sanders claims Muslims were cheering as the towers fell Sanders clams he's pretty sure there will be an attack on Sanders explains how everyone who has an abortion deserves to die The Lindsey Clancy ruling implies the democrats are going to poison the water supply because they love death says Canada wants to become the st state Trump is a victim See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

The National Republican Congressional Committee has added Jennifer Balkcom in North Carolina's th Congressional District to its MAGA Majority program as Republicans look to hold the western North Carolina seat Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss California Gov Gavin Newsom's visit to rally North Carolina Democrats where he urged the party to focus on the midterms rather than the presidential race Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation breaks down the U S Supreme Court's decision blocking a lower court ruling that favored Roy Cooper and Democrats in a dispute over broadcast advertising rates Plus North [... more]

Are the Daughters of the Revolution allowing men to be daughters There is already a Son of the AMerican RevolutionMinors are allowed to get abortion with or without their parents consent See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Phil Berger Jr will not seek reelection to his current seat fueling speculation that he could instead pursue a run for chief justice Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss Berger's announcement and what it could mean for upcoming statewide judicial races Meanwhile NOAA is planning a million rebuild of its historic Beaufort laboratory Andy Jackson of the John Locke Foundation also breaks down the start of absentee voting in North Carolina as ballots begin going out to voters across the state See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

North Carolina Medicaid is rolling out new work and renewal requirements that will affect some beneficiaries as the state implements changes to eligibility and continued coverage Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss Republican groups asking the U S Supreme Court to block a Fourth Circuit ruling involving political advertising rules Andy Jackson of the John Locke Foundation examines how North Carolina's early voting plans compare with those used during the midterm elections Plus the program previews the U S House censuring North Carolina Congressman Chuck Edwards over his conduct toward former female staffers See [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories historian Stephen Ambrose considered Dwight D Eisenhower both a great man and a good one Born in a rented shack beside the railroad tracks in Denison Texas and raised in a deeply religious pacifist family in Abilene Kansas Eisenhower rose from an obscure Army officer to Supreme Allied Commander and eventually President of the United States Ambrose author of the definitive biography of Eisenhower shares the story of the character behind Ike's remarkable rise his honesty humility temper faith hatred of war and extraordinary ability to earn the trust of the people around [... more]

Canada's military chaplains are reportedly being told they can't mention God in public prayers raising serious concerns about religious freedom Meanwhile President Trump's decision to rename Lake Ontario Lake America is escalating tensions with Canada The Sekulow team breaks down the growing controversies with our northern neighbor and what they mean for faith and freedom [... more]

The gaslighting must stop For more resources visit breakpoint org [... more]

BREAKING The U S Supreme Court has lifted a lower court block on President Trump's Executive order adding new requirements for mail-in voting ruling that Democrat-led states sued before the Postal Service had finalized its regulations The decision allows the Administration's policy to move forward for now as challenges continue in the lower courts The Sekulow team discusses this major Supreme Court ruling the latest election integrity battle the ACLJ's legal work and much more [... more]

NEW EVIDENCE California Election Scandal Uncovered by ACLJ [... more]

Governor Josh Stein has vetoed a North Carolina elections bill that would shorten the state's early voting period setting up another potential showdown with Republican lawmakers over election policy Meanwhile a new audit of the Charlotte Area Transit System found millions of dollars in estimated annual losses from fare evasion while also identifying broader security and enforcement concerns Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss the latest developments in the COVID-era shutdown lawsuit where bar owners argue former Governor Roy Cooper's testimony is crucial to their case Plus Stein has vetoed legislation that would allow [... more]

Republicans have selected Walsh as their nominee for North Carolina House District replacing Jennifer Balkcom after she became the GOP nominee for Congress in the th District Meanwhile Prysmian has announced plans for a billion expansion in Catawba County that is expected to create jobs The program also covers Attorney General Jeff Jackson's argument that Duke Energy's proposed residential rate increase amounts to rather than the previously cited Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation discusses a North Carolina Supreme Court ruling allowing a lawsuit involving expulsions from a private school to proceed Plus a new report ranks North Carolina's [... more]

The Supreme Court has become a subsidiary of the MAGA Republican Party, according to Hakeem Jeffries, who believes dramatic Supreme Court reform is necessary. The separation of powers is the genius of the US Constitution, but some want to break apart this very thing that sets the American system of government apart from every other government in the world. The ACLJ is celebrating Know Your Rights Week, focusing on protecting constitutional rights and educating people on their rights and responsibilities. [... more]

The August Carolina Journal Poll provides a new snapshot of North Carolina voters heading toward the November election including views on the direction of the country and approval ratings for President Donald Trump and Governor Josh Stein David Larson of Carolina Journal breaks down the latest generic legislative and congressional ballots before turning to the U S Senate race between Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley the North Carolina Supreme Court contest and the issues voters say matter most The poll also explores opinions on state tax policy proposed changes to the early voting timeline hemp and cannabis regulations and voter [... more]

Mecklenburg County prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against Tanya McKnight, accused of subjecting six-year-old Dominique Moody to prolonged abuse before the child's death. The case has led to scrutiny of child welfare agencies and legislative action to create a state backstop for high-risk cases. Meanwhile, Governor Josh Stein is challenging the North Carolina General Assembly's changes to judicial appointments, arguing that they limit his authority to appoint judges. [... more]

A landmark case in Texas challenged the state's cosmetology laws, which required eyebrow threaders to spend nine months in a private beauty school learning unrelated skills. The Institute for Justice defended the case, arguing that the law was unconstitutional under the Texas Constitution and the federal rational basis test. [... more]

The discussion revolves around various topics, including Iran's latest developments, hormonal changes in women, the debunked famine in Gaza, trans rights, and the importance of self-defense and comfortable sleep. Additionally, the conversation touches on the effectiveness of certain products, such as Relief Factor and Vital Proteins, and the need for common sense in addressing issues like trans athletes competing in women's sports. [... more]

The North Carolina Supreme Court has signaled it will hear oral arguments in a case involving appointments and judicial vacancies in November, with no resolution expected before the 2027 election. Meanwhile, the governor of Asheville is criticizing North Carolina's firearm laws, arguing they have made the community less safe, despite the legislation not being in effect. A private gated community in North Carolina received $300,000 in public funding for emergency services and shelter repairs, sparking questions about transparency and accountability in the earmarks process. Additionally, a new federal school choice tax credit program could benefit nearly 1.7 million North Carolina children, with 93% of the state's K-12 population qualifying for scholarships. [... more]

Tyson Timms' seven-year battle to recover his Land Rover, seized by the state of Indiana through asset forfeiture, highlights the issue of excessive fines and the lack of due process in the US justice system. The case, which reached the Supreme Court, raises questions about the application of the Eighth Amendment and the limits of property rights. [... more]

The White House correspondence dinner with President Trump was a highlight, with the president making humorous remarks about various topics, including Caitlin Collins and Dylan Mulvaney. Meanwhile, Dr. Anthony Fauci's personal diary has been released, revealing his obsession with his own fame and his attempts to hide information about the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, the Democratic Socialists of America's platform has been criticized for its radical policies, and ICE is planning to target more Haitians as their temporary protected status is set to end. [... more]

The Democratic Socialists of America's platform includes abolishing the Senate, presidency, and Supreme Court, and replacing them with a parliamentary system. They also advocate for government ownership of corporations, defunding the Pentagon, and abolishing borders. Critics argue that these policies would lead to authoritarianism and a loss of checks and balances in the government. [... more]

A new performance audit of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services found concerns with the way compliance visits were conducted at child care centers across the state. The audit also highlighted issues with the division's scheduling practices and the handling of judicial vacancies, with the governor and the General Assembly disagreeing on the interpretation of state law. [... more]

Supreme Court justices face security threats and constitutional violations as the Department of Justice obtains text messages from sitting members of Congress, raising concerns about government overreach and freedom of speech. The ACLJ is investigating and taking action to protect constitutional rights and promote religious freedom. [... more]

A new report from the North Carolina State Auditor's Office reveals that 78% of inactive landfills in the state are not being monitored, posing significant risks to public health and the environment. Meanwhile, a lawsuit challenges the state's certificate of need law, which is contributing to high healthcare costs in North Carolina. Additionally, the U.S. House has passed a bill to make daylight savings time permanent across the country, and the North Carolina General Assembly is considering legislation to overhaul the process of municipal de-annexation. [... more]

Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett and her family have faced chilling threats following the Roe v. Wade draft opinion leak. The left has used intimidation and threats to silence their opponents, and the nation is realizing the consequences of its actions. The Smithsonian Institute has been accused of extreme political activism, and the Democratic Party is struggling to understand its defeat in the 2024 election. Meanwhile, Christians are being persecuted and forced to conform to the left's ideology, and the importance of being born again is emphasized. [... more]

The sudden passing of Lindsey Graham has sparked a chain of events in South Carolina, with his sister being considered as an interim placeholder in the Senate. Meanwhile, the situation in Iran and Yemen continues to escalate, with Yemeni forces striking a Houthi-controlled airport to prevent an Iranian plane from landing. In the US, there have been incidents involving ICE agents and illegal aliens, leading to a heated debate about immigration and border control. The World Cup has also been a topic of discussion, with Norway being eliminated and England advancing to the next round. [... more]