Trump Education Cuts, Newsom's Transgender Stance, Lifeway Names Interm President

Top headlines for Thursday, July 17, 2025

In this episode, we examine the Trump administration's controversial plans to significantly downsize the Department of Education after receiving a green light from the U.S. Supreme Court. Next, we explore California Governor Gavin Newsom's recent admission that the issue of young children transitioning genders has become a major problem for Democrats, sparking debates on age and consent. Finally, we discuss the recent leadership change in a prominent ministry following the resignation of its former president amidst a scandal involving anonymous slander.

00:12 SCOTUS lets Trump move ahead with cuts to Department of Education
01:04 Newsom says 8 years old too young to transition
01:59 G3 Ministries announces Scott Aniol as new president
02:56 California pastor defiant after ICE arrest at her church
03:46 4 highlights from Trump's Summit of Faith and Business Leader
04:30 Ex-Muslim shares biggest concern about Iran
05:25 Joe Walker named as interim president of Lifeway

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