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Despite the push for transgenderism, a new survey shows Americans increasingly believe someone’s gender is the sex shown on their birth certificate; former NCAA swimming star Riley Gaines testifies against a proposed Biden Administration Title IX rule change to ensure trans athletes could compete on teams of their new gender identity (like males who become females); Indian Prime Minister Modi visits the White House, and while India is becoming an economic superpower, there are also concerns over its human rights record, including the persecution of Christians; In the News: breathable air may have run out on that missing sub, while Congress censures Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff over his Trump-Russia collusion claims; Ron DeSantis says the “First Step Act” on judicial reform should be repealed, calling it too soft on crime; pollster George Barna tells CBN’s The Global Lane that evangelical/Biblical beliefs and church attendance are dropping in the US; why eating too much of some ‘superfoods’ can actually be bad for you; and survivors of a Mississippi tornado tell their stories- with one saying she met Jesus in the storm.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pushes ahead with plan to reform the nation’s court system- opponents say it will upend Israel’s system of checks and balances, while supporters say it’s necessary to rein in the activist left-wing Supreme Court; searchers still looking for five passengers in sub missing in a remote area of the Atlantic; highlights from the Celebration of Life Service honoring the amazing life and legacy of CBN founder Pat Robertson; and Greg and Cathe Laurie, the couple portrayed in the hit movie “Jesus Revolution,” talk to CBN News about the real events behind the movie, and the possibility of another Jesus Revolution in the making.

What it’s like to live in the beautiful area of northern Israel – with deadly terrorist groups backed by Iran, who launch rocket attacks from just across the Lebanese border; Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his government will go ahead with judicial reform legislation, which opponents say would upend Israel’s system of checks and balances, but supporters argue is needed to weaken an interventionist Supreme Court; Secretary of State Antony Blinken visiting China, with critics saying his trip comes after a series of provocative Chinese actions that make the US look weak; Pat Robertson’s Celebration of Life service to be streamed today; GOP Presidential candidate Ron DeSantis talks to CBN News about his faith, its impact on his life, and the 2024 campaign; as today marks the newest federal holiday of Juneteenth, when freedom was announced for the last slave in the US, Dr. David Anderson, President of Gracism Global, talks about the importance of the day, and while all Americans should celebrate it; and high school valedictorian Lydia Owens, who recently gave a graduation speech which went viral about where she spoke of faith in Jesus, talks to CBN about the speech, and the positive reaction to it from her fellow students.

The Secretary of State heading to China with word that hackers backed by the Chinese government have attacked the computer networks of public and private sector organizations around the world. Ive got a surprise: thats the way Pat Robertson announced live on the air the start of of what would become one of the greatest humanitarian organizations in the world: operation blessing. Young people from Ukraine and Russia are demonstrating to the world that hope for peace is not lost. This is nat

House Republicans say the policies of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas are responsible for the border crisis, which Democrats dispute, as North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum sends National Guard troops to help Texas secure the Southern border; Southern Baptists refuse to reinstate Rick Warren’s Saddleback Church and another church that allows women pastors; In the News; England’s National Health Service will no longer allow puberty-blocking drugs for minors, and Bud Light is no longer America’

Former President Donald Trump attacks Special Counsel Jack Smith at a fundraising event after being indicted, and even as Trump remains strong in the polls, some Republicans are criticizing him; with 40 million Americans in seven states feeling the impact of low water levels, a plan to conserve water in three states is helping avoid a catastrophe, for now- but a long-term fix is still needed; why emergency rooms are so crowded, and how one city has worked to sharply reduce the number of patients visiting them; writer-director Cristobal Krusen talks to CBN’s Studio 5 about the movie “Let Me Have My Son,” which tells the story of his journey to rescue his son from schizophrenia; and after winning their third straight national championship, players from the Oklahoma Sooners softball team talked about the importance of their faith in Jesus.

A worldwide effort, Empowered21, is working to spread the Gospel to everyone on Earth within 10 years, including the Amsterdam2023 conference this month with 160 leaders from more than 120 countries; former President Trump set to plead not guilty today to charges related to his handling of classified documents; with the state’s shortage of counselors, the Texas legislature has passed a measure allowing chaplains in public schools, but it could face a legal challenge;; Gallup poll finds public strongly opposes transgender athletes (like males who transition to female) from competing on teams of their new gender; former Vice-President Mike Pence talks to CBN News about the amazing legacy of Pat Robertson; Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America, but players do get injured- and spine surgeon Colin Haines talks to CBN’s Healthy Living about how you can protect yourself from getting hurt; and Kirk Cameron talks to CBN News about how “parents are incredibly grateful and thankful” for his “Brave Books Tour” in public libraries, which he started after the surge of drag queen story hours in libraries.

Charges of disorderly conduct will not be brought against Damon Atkins, who was arrested while attempting to quote a Bible verse at a Pride event in Reading, Pennsylvania- we hear from Atkins, and why the case was dropped; the Southern Baptist Convention opens its annual meeting amid controversy over women pastors and declining membership; former President Donald Trump blasts the federal indictment against him, as other Republicans rally around him and legal analysts offer differing opinions on the case; why China expert Gordon Chang warns a war with China “could actually come at any time;” an upbeat, inspirational streaming film, “Flamin’ Hot,” tells the story of how a janitor rose to become an executive; and an AI ChatGPT chatbot preaches a sermon on faith at a church in Germany using different images for speakers- so how did the congregation respond?

Spiritual leaders and friends remember how Pat Robertson blazed a pioneering trail in broadcasting ministry, and his powerful evangelistic ministry; Justice Department indicts former President Trump on charges of mishandling classified documents at his Florida estate, as he says he’s innocent; top US political leaders praise Pat Robertson for his impact on the political scene and the lives of Americans; Virginia political figures also talk about the impact of Pat’s ministry; Israeli leaders thank Pat for his steadfast support of the Jewish state; and CBN News reporters and producers talk about Pat’s remarkable accomplishments, his faith, and his influence on their lives and careers.

A look at the life and incredible legacy of CBN founder Pat Robertson, who died today at 93; we hear from prominent Christian leaders about his pioneering ministry, and look at his impact on Christian broadcasting, politics, evangelizing the world, starting Regent University, helping victims of natural disasters and those in poverty across the globe, religious freedom, and much more; a look at the history of CBN; three veterans of CBN News- Drew Parkhill, George Thomas and Gary Lane– talk about their work with Pat over the decades, his heart for souls around the world, and his personal side; and we hear Pat explain in his own words the key to the success of his amazing Christian life.

CBN NewsWatch AM: June 7, 2023

What would be the regional- and global- impact of a war between Israel and Iran? And what role might America play? House Oversight Chairman James Comer plans to hold FBI Director James Comer in contempt of Congress, and three more candidates plan to enter the GOP race for President; the National Center on Sexual Exploitation calls out its “Dirty Dozen” of major companies it says fail to protect children from sexually abusive material; how people in East Palestine, Ohio, are coping with the aftereffects of the toxic chemical spill from a train wreck on February 3rd- and how locals are taking action to calm fears; two women who left the gay lifestyle long ago are reaching out to the LGBTQ community, including extending love and support at a mass shooting at a nightclub in Colorado; and 50 years after his father’s huge evangelistic crusade in South Korea, Franklin Graham preaches the Gospel in Seoul.

After a Chinese ship comes within some 150 yards of a US destroyer in the Taiwan Strait, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says the US does “not seek conflict or confrontation, but we will not flinch in the face of bullying or coercion,” while China’s defense minister tells the US to “mind your own business;” fighter jets scrambled, causing sonic boom, after small plane flies over Washington DC before crashing; death toll at 275 after three-way train crash in India; the dangers of black market cann

At the seventh annual Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast, Christians and Jews come together to carry out the Biblical admonition to pray for the peace of Jerusalem- an event which has also gone global; a growing number of Republicans are getting into the 2024 Presidential race, as former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis hit the campaign trail; Senate passes bill raising debt ceiling, which includes spending cuts; pro-lifers battle potential state Constitutional amendment in Ohio which would make abortion permanent- and how one freshman lawmaker is leaning on her faith in the fight for life; Christian wife Francie Winslow’s podcast, “Heaven in Your Home,” on what God taught her and her husband on sex and intimacy in marriage, has received over a million downloads; and a closer look at the baptism of more than 4,000 people at the same beach that saw thousands of baptisms during the “Jesus Movement” revival more than 50 years ago.

CBN NewsWatch AM: June 1, 2023

Anti-Semitic incidents rose to historic levels in 20-22. the Anti-Defamation league reports an increase of 36% over 2021. Despite bitter blowback from some Republicans, and some Democrats, the debt-ceiling deal is out of committee and on track for a crucial floor vote today. A push to put Chaplains in Texas public schools could become law. The Texas legislature recently passed a bill allowing religious chaplains to work in Texas public schools in a counseling role. As a former Press Secretary fo

LAWMAKERS HEAD BACK TO WORK IN WASHINGTON TODAY THE PRESIDENT AND SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE ARE HOPING THEY CAN CONVINCE ENOUGH MEMBERS OF EACH OF THEIR RESPECTIVE PARTIES TO PASS THE BUDGET AGREEMENT THAT RAISES THE DEBT CEILING. RUSSIA IS BLAMING UKRAINE AFTER SEVERAL DRONES DAMAGED SOME BUILDINGS IN MOSCOW ON MONDAY. RUSSIA\'S INTERIOR MINISTRY ISSUED AN ARREST WARRANT FOR SENATOR LINDSEY GRAHAM CITING HIS COMMENTS ON THE FIGHTING IN UKRAINE. WITH SUMMER JUST AROUND THE CORNER, DOCTORS ARE WARNING AGAINST TOO MUCH SUN EXPOSURE IN THE HOT MONTHS AHEAD. GLOBAL PAY-TO-PLAY SCHEME THAT SOLD ACCESS TO JOE BIDEN WHEN HE WAS VICE- PRESIDENT. CAPITOL HILL REPUBLICANS SAY THEY HAVE EVIDENCE SUPPORTING THAT ALLEGATION. DELUSIONAL... PARANOID... AND PSYCHOTIC: THAT\'S HOW ONE YOUNG MAN FROM COLORADO BECAME AFTER FIVE YEARS OF MARIJUANA USE. EVENTUALLY, HE TOOK HIS OWN LIFE.

The White House and Congressional Republicans reaching a deal to raise the debt ceiling happening just days before a potential default on Government debts. Russia launched its biggest drone attack of the war against KVIV. As Iran inches closer to red lines drawn both by the U.S. And Israel experts warn something\'s got to give. We\'re a few days away from the start of hurricane season. The national oceanic and atmospheric administration is forecasting a 70-percent chance of a \'normal\' or \'below-normal\' season. President Biden is calling on all Americans to reflect and pray on this Memorial Day. The meltdown of supply chains during the pandemic exposed a serious threat: one of America\'s greatest adversaries controls the critical elements to key U.S. Industries. Many Americans no longer belong to a church. In 2019 alone, 4,500 churches closed. Then COVID compounded the issue.

CBN NewsWatch AM: May 26, 2023

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is officially in the race for the White House. The failure to reach a debt ceiling deal is putting the U.S. credit rating at risk. With one week to go before the deadline the white house and house republicans are still negotiating. \"this could have been anyone\'s daughter\": that\'s a quote from the mother of a twenty- year- old woman raped and killed -- allegedly by an MS-13 gang member who had crossed the U.S. Border illegally. On Wednesday, a Congressional hearing on the hill examining the Biden administration\'s proposal to regulate gas stoves and more. Evangelicals in America believe putting their faith into practice leads to better mental and physical health. Just 1 or 2 clicks on-line and there it is. Porn on your cell phone or desktop. one of every 3 men attending church say they struggle with pornography. 9 Jewish priests, a plot of land on the mount of olives and five red heifers: all these elements are in place for what some Jews and Gentiles believe is the key to building the third Jewish temple.

Debt ceiling talks showing few signs of progress as negotiators for President Biden and House speaker Kevin McCarthy trade budget-cutting ideas. The South Carolina Senate passed a bill on Tuesday that would ban most Abortions after around 6 weeks of pregnancy. The Governor is promising to sign the bill into law. Today marks 1 year since the deadliest school shooting in Texas history. Lawmakers in Texas and Louisiana are advancing legislation allowing students and teachers to study the bible in p

South Carolina Senator Tim Scott became the latest Republican candidate to announce he\'s running for the White House. Overnight a driver of a U-Haul truck rammed into security barriers protecting Lafayette Park, just yards from the White House. Negotiations over how to raise the debt limit went well into the night at the Capitol last night. Religion is becoming less important to Americans -- that\'s according to a new report by the Public Religion Research Institute. May is Mental Health Awareness month. It\'s an issue that affects a large majority of the population, and pastors are no exception. A Space-X rocket successfully delivered a crew of 4 astronauts to the International Space Station yesterday morning. The movie \"Jesus Revolution\" was a hit in theaters, and it\'s a success on home video, too.

What are the differing goals and plans of Hamas and Islamic Jihad? We have a report from Jerusalem- but first, in the headlines: House Speaker McCarthy and President Biden to meet today for more discussions on raising the government’s debt limit; South Carolina Republican Senator Tim Scott set to announce today he’s running for President; remembering Pastor and best-selling author Tim Keller’s life and ministry after he died Friday at 72 from pancreatic cancer; the agendas of Israel’s enemies- and why Iran plays a key role in their conflict with the Jewish state; how to protect schools and students from mass shootings; and the movie “Jesus Revolution” was a hit in theaters – and on home video too, hitting #1 in DVD and Blu-ray sales.

The dangers of Artificial Intelligence are so ominous that one A.I. CEO is calling for government regulations. President Biden is in Japan on a shortened trip with world leaders and planning to come back to Washington early to hammer out a debt deal. Ukrainian President Vladmir Zelenskyy is expected to join the G-7 summit on Sunday. 56 years ago, Israeli paratroopers reunited a divided Jerusalem by capturing the old part of the city along with the Temple Mount during the 1967 six-day war. There is a new solution to utilize bible education for public schools Joel Penton the Founder and CEO of Life Wise Academy says there is a little-known law that could be the greatest missed opportunity of the American church to reach the next generation. New York bestselling author and journalist Raymond arroyo is sharing the first book in his new series called \"Turnabout Tales\".

American Center for Law and Justice files lawsuit in federal court over case of a Las Vegas area teenager who had to read a pornographic monologue to her class last year – a script that was so graphic her mother was not allowed to read it to the school board; Christian supporters of Israel marched in Jerusalem Tuesday as part of Jerusalem Day celebrations this week; a look at the pro-life measures being taken in various states, as federal courts consider the fate of the abortion pill; Montana becomes the first state to ban TikTok; bipartisan group of Senators looking to regulate social media for minors; how emergency services in Ukraine are risking their lives removing deadly land mines planted by Russians; and an 1,100-year-old Hebrew Bible is sold at auction for $38 million.