Newsmakers

A Catholic priest in Spain, Father Custodio Ballester, is facing real jail time after he was found guilty of making ‘Islamophobic’ comments. CBN's Raj Nair and Billy Hallowell have the story. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Downl...

Revelations that Gateway Church founder Robert Morris molested a 12-year-old girl in the 1980s sent shockwaves throughout Christian circles last summer. More than a year later, Morris pleaded guilty last week to the crime, admitting to five felony counts of lewd or indecent acts with a child. As part of a plea agreement, he received a 10-year suspended sentence and will spend six months in jail, r...

Netflix’s stock continues to spiral downwards as parents are waking up to the transgender and inappropriately sexual content the streaming content has been pushing on your kids. CBN's Raj Nair and Billy Hallowell have the story. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Arch Kennedy, an author and former meteorologist, once lived a gay lifestyle before an encounter with Jesus changed everything. Kennedy, author of "The Weather's Fine: My Method for Navigating Life's Challenges," told CBN News he "grew up in the church" but went on to struggle with addiction and same-sex attraction. "They instilled Christian values in us as children," Kennedy said of his parents....

Bill Maher, on his show on HBO, said some absolutely spot on things about the ongoing Christian genocide in Nigeria. CBN's Raj Nair and Billy Hallowell have the story. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the free CBN News App⁠

On this week’s Newsmakers, we tackle faith and culture in a time of upheaval. Anne Graham Lotz unpacks biblical prophecy and the hope of Christ’s return, reflecting on the passing of conservative leader Charlie Kirk. Pastor Mike Signorelli shares how more than 500 people surrendered their lives to Jesus in the days following Kirk’s death. And Lucas Miles, pastor and TPUSA Faith director, offers a...

Is slain conservative and Christian commentator Charlie Kirk truly a martyr? After Kirk's September 10 assassination, he was labeled a martyr, which has sparked discussion about the term and how it applies. Jason Jimenez, an apologist, author, and the leader of Stand Strong Ministries, joins CBN News to explain why he believes wholeheartedly that Kirk is a martyr, what the term means, and how it a...

Christian music superstar Lauren Daigle just posted a passionate post about Charlie Kirk's assassination. CBN's Raj Nair and Billy Hallowell break down her emotional message. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the free CBN News App⁠

On this week's Newsmakers we have a solemn yet powerful broadcast. Host Billy Hallowell welcomes three influential voices—The Chosen creator Dallas Jenkins, evangelist Ray Comfort, and Pastor Sam Rodriguez—for heartfelt reflections on the shocking assassination of conservative Christian commentator Charlie Kirk. From Jenkins’ urgent call to reject divisive rhetoric, to Comfort’s bold challenge to...

Christian music superstar Forrest Frank lost 30,000 followers for posting about Charlie Kirk. So did that sudden drop in followers make him second guess his post? Not exactly. CBN's Raj Nair Billy Hallowell have the story. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠...

"The Chosen" creator Dallas Jenkins is among those mourning the killing of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk — and he's offering a warning about the dangers of out-of-control and unfettered rhetoric. "It's obvious he was killed for his beliefs," Jenkins said of Kirk, lamenting this tragic reality. Jenkins commended Kirk for his attempts to dialogue with people who ideologically opposed him. "T...

A popular pastor known for speaking out on contemporary issues believes Charlie Kirk's assassination must become a moment of reckoning for America. Pastor Samuel Rodriguez told CBN News that America is "bleeding morally" and is at a dire crossroads. "We have crossed the Rubicon," he said. "We're no longer what we used to be. The age of civility is officially over, and we've entered into the prover...

Dr. Ben Carson has had a fascinating career, working as a revered neurosurgeon before running for president in 2016 and subsequently serving as the former United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development during the first Trump administration. But it's Carson's Christian faith that has most defined his life, with the physician-turned-politician joining forces with the Christian Broadcasting...

On this week’s Newsmakers, Dr. Ben Carson joins to share his heartfelt warning to America and the encouragement he’s finding in a new move of God. Carson is featured in CBN’s The Revival Generation. Plus, author Randy Kay opens up about his near-death experience and unforgettable glimpse of heaven. And Zach Bauer, CEO of Passages, explains how his organization is equipping the next generation to s...

Will the rapture happen on September 23rd? This controversial take has become a viral concept. CBN's Raj Nair and Billy Hallowell break down the implications of this trending prophetic topic. ⁠Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the free CBN News App

Coldplay frontman Chris Martin faced intense backlash on social media after unwittingly inviting two Israeli fans on stage during a performance in London, where he told them they are "equal humans on earth" and said he wanted to "welcome people in the audience from Palestine." His comment came after some in the audience booed the Israeli fans. ⁠Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CB...

This episode of Newsmakers covers three powerful stories of faith. First, we hear how New York high school senior Sabrina Steffens won the right to paint a Bible verse on her school parking spot, with insight from attorney Keisha Russell of First Liberty Institute. Next, filmmakers John Schafer and Tom Bancroft discuss their new animated feature Light of the World, bringing the story of Jesus to t...

Chip and Joanna Gaines are once again under fire for a show their network produced called Roller Jam. CBN's Raj Nair and Billy Hallowell take you through the latest debate. ⁠Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the free CBN News App

A California school district is fighting a legal battle to defend opening prayer, arguing it's perfectly permissible to open meetings by invoking God. Joel Oster, an attorney for Advocates For Faith & Freedom, told CBN News Chino Valley Unified School District has taken decisive legal action to challenge what it believes to be an outdated injunction from the Ninth Circuit Court preventing the scho...

In this episode of Newsmakers, we go behind the headlines with three powerful conversations: Dean Cain shares why he chose to stand with ICE officers, opening up about law enforcement, immigration, and the importance of protecting American families. Judge Phil Ginn, President of Southern Evangelical Seminary, explains why he believes revival could be on the horizon for America’s college campuses—a...

A teenager who fought back after her public school wouldn’t allow her to place a Bible verse on her paid parking space has won her battle. “Sabrina Steffans will proceed with her original design that was previously rejected by the school because of its religious references,” First Liberty Institute, a religious liberty law firm, said in a statement. Here's the backstory. Watch the weekly "Newsmake...

Former psychic medium Jenn Nizza opens up about her decades in the occult — and why she’s now sounding the alarm. From TikTok tarot readings to occult symbolism at major award shows, Nizza explains how New Age practices are infiltrating pop culture and targeting the next generation. She reveals why even seemingly “harmless” mediums are dangerous, how she’s faced backlash for speaking out, and why...

Rebecca St. James, who has long dominated Christian music, believes there's a powerful "momentum in the arts" right now when it comes to transformational Christian content. "[There is a] kind of ground that's being regained, I would say, when it comes to faith ... leading in culture," St. James told CBN News, going on to reference the success of films like "Jesus Revolution," "I Can Only Imagine,"...

Actor and lawman Dean Cain is making headlines once again—this time for joining forces with ICE. In this candid conversation with Billy Hallowell, Cain opens up about why he decided to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with immigration officers, the online hate and “fake Christian” attacks he’s faced, and his unwavering belief in law and order. From Hollywood to the border, Cain shares his heart for prot...

On today's Newsmakers: an actress finds Jesus, Steve Deace, and real-life miracles. ⁠Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the free CBN News App