Broadcasting live from Washington, D.C., Scott Hennen delves into the ongoing government shutdown, arguing it is purely a political maneuver by the Democrats at the expense of their constituents. The episode features a detailed discussion with Senator Kevin Cramer about the shutdown and the role of government, and an interview with former ICE Director Tom Homan on border security successes under the Trump administration. Hennen also focuses on "Feel-Good Friday" by promoting giving to local charities like Churches United and Fix It Forward Ministry.
Standout Moments:
| Time | Topic |
| 5:48 | [cite_start]
Feel-Good Friday Challenge Scott asks listeners to donate to Fix It Forward Ministry to help provide reliable transportation for people in need, urging them to "give until it hurts." |
| 11:24 | [cite_start]
Pastor Devlin Brooks on Community Need The former journalist, now with Churches United, discusses the staggering rise in households served by their food pantry—over 400 households in one week—and the critical need for resources. |
| 16:58 | [cite_start]
Senator Kevin Cramer on Funding the FAA Senator Cramer reacts to a listener's idea for airlines to permanently fund the FAA/air traffic control system to avoid future shutdowns. |
| 23:29 | [cite_start]
Sanford Health Bismarck Ranking Dr. Neon Desai, Interventional Cardiologist, proudly shares Sanford Bismarck's ranking as 44th in the nation for heart and vascular care out of 800 hospitals. |
| 28:20 | [cite_start]
Tom Homan on Border Security Records Tom Homan discusses the Trump administration's record-setting deportation numbers (over 575,000 total) and the success of having the "most secure border in the history of this nation." |