Focus Today with Perry Atkinson

Nan Su, Senior Investigative Reporter for Epoch Times, discusses the upcoming Trump-Xi summit, the state of U.S.-China relations, and new questions surrounding Elaine Chao’s reported ties to Chinese Communist Party-linked organizations. http://TheEpochTimes.com

Murray Sabrin, PhD, Emeritus Professor of Finance at Ramapo College of New Jersey, discusses President Trump’s proposed $5,000 dividend, U.S. Treasury debt buybacks, and the Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate decision. http://MurraySabrin. Substack.com

Pastor Joël Malm, author of “The Circle Perspective,” discusses why success can still leave us feeling unfulfilled, how God uses unexpected turns in our lives, and why going in circles doesn't necessarily mean we're lost. http://JoelMalm.com

Former Congressman and executive director of Alliance of Health Care Sharing Ministries, Randy Hultgren, discusses the influence of Big Pharma, prescription drug advertising, rising health care costs, and alternatives to traditional health insurance. https://ahcsm.org/

Ben Bergquam, award-winning journalist and author of “Step Into Fear,” discusses his remarkable journey from crack cocaine addiction to recovery, Christian faith, and restored purpose. http://FrontlineAmerica.com

Political commentator Bob Just discusses the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and what Charlie Kirk’s assassination says about political division in America today. http://DemocratsForAmerica.com   http://BobJust.com

Drew Allen, conservative columnist and author of “For Christ And Country,” reflects on what 9/11 means to his generation and on Charlie Kirk’s life, legacy, and lasting influence. https://drewallen.substack.com/

Todd Friel, executive director of Fortis Institute, discusses his new book Go Serve Your King, assurance of salvation, and signs of growing interest in Christianity among young men. http://FortisInstitute.org

Pedro Garcia, former atheist and author of “For Those Who Doubt,” discusses his journey to Christianity, why people question or deconstruct their faith, and how honest doubt can become part of the search for truth. http://IsItBecauseOfJesus.com

 Richard Lyons, world historian and author of “Passage Through the Shadows,” examines today’s political and global challenges through the lens of history and what they could mean for America’s future. http://RichardCLyons.com

Diane Ferraro, Chief Executive Officer of Save the Storks, discusses how rising health care, housing and child care costs are affecting expectant mothers and the resources available to women facing unexpected pregnancies. http://SaveTheStorks.org

John O’Connor, former federal prosecutor and author of “Postgate,” discusses the headlines. http://PostgateBook.com

 Craig DeRoche, President and CEO of Family Policy Alliance, discusses the role of Christians in civic life and how Christians can engage in elections while remaining grounded in their faith. https://familypolicyalliance.com/

Brad Dacus, President of Pacific Justice Institute, discusses parental rights as students return to school, along with two major religious-liberty battles involving Oregon child welfare officials and proposed restrictions on religious displays in Dallas. http://www.pacificjustice.org

Barry Meguiar, Founder and President of IgniteAmerica, discusses the rapid rise of artificial intelligence and why Christians need spiritual discernment as technology increasingly challenges our understanding of humanity and God.  http://IgniteAmerica.com

Mark Folk, founder and director of New Wilderness Adventures, discusses his new devotional Soul Weathered and how slowing down, listening to God, and walking through life’s difficult seasons can build a deeper, more resilient faith.  https://newwildernessadventures.com

Tom Del Beccaro, former chairman of the CA Republican Party and author of “The Lessons of the American Civilization,” discusses the importance of private property and economic freedom, the rise of democratic socialism, and the changing power dynamics within the Democratic Party. http://TomDel.com

Robert Bork Jr., President of the Antitrust Education Project, discusses the Meta settlement, the growing power of Big Tech, and whether government regulation intended to rein in powerful corporations may actually make them even stronger. https://www.antitrusteducationproject.org/

Megan Barth, executive editor of CaliforniaGlobe.com, discusses the latest headlines. http://CaliforniaGlobe.com

Christy Edwards, longtime friend of Charlie Kirk and author of Charlie Kirk, in His Own Words, shares personal stories about Charlie’s faith, character, and life behind the public persona. https://carrythetorch.io/

Rev. Scott Dorsey, pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church in Norristown, Pennsylvania, and Eastern Pennsylvania State Director for Make Voters The Donors, discusses campaign finance reform, the role of faith in civic engagement. https://makevotersthedonors.org/

Ps. Robert Morgan’s message at the Shadow Mountain Community Church on how to recognize God’s guidance in the decisions and uncertainties of life.

Corey Miller, President/CEO of Ratio Christi and author of “The Progressive Miseducation of America,” discusses how progressive ideology is shaping education and what parents should know as students head back to school.  http://RatioChristi.org

Col. Rob Maness, retired U.S. Air Force colonel and author of “What You Can Do About It,” discusses the growing influence of socialism in America, the erosion of constitutional values, and what ordinary Americans can do to help preserve freedom. http://RobManess.com

Messianic Rabbi Kirt Schneider discusses the Jewish identity of Jesus, why he believes Jesus was written out of Jewish history, and how rediscovering Christianity’s Jewish roots can deepen our understanding of Scripture, the Messiah, and the relationship between Jews and Christians. http://Jews.com