EWTN News Nightly

EWTN’s daily news and analysis program from Washington, DC.

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, September 7, 2023

9/7/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: An impeachment inquiry against President Joe Biden is likely just weeks away. Congressman James Comer says the evidence is overwhelming and that then Vice-President Biden received millions of dollars from foreign nationals in a pay to play scheme. And, as the Biden Administration warns Senator Tommy Tuberville’s hold on military promotions “is threatening our national security,” the lawmaker from Alabama is pushing back. There are new developments regarding a 2021 story out of Canada. According to a new report, the recent excavation of 14 alleged burial sites unearthed no human remains. EWTN News Vatican Correspondent, Colm Flynn, joins to refresh our memories about the claims made in Canada back in 2021 and how they affected the Holy Father's visit there. Meanwhile, according to the US Government Accountability Office, each $100 rise in median rent is associated with a 9% increase in homelessness. With the average rent price increasing by almost $250 over the past 2 years, the US is experiencing a homelessness crisis from coast to coast. The cofounder and president of Catholic Action Center, Ginny Ramsey, joins to explain how they address homelessness in the community. Finally this evening, a family from Poland killed for having hidden 8 Jews in their home in 1944 is due to be beatified on Sunday. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, has more. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, September 6, 2023

9/6/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Congress is now in a race against time to keep the government open past the end of the month, but the Senate and House Republicans are in 2 different places and the standoff poses a challenge to House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. And as the brutal war in Ukraine continues, now for 19 months, there is no peace in sight. There has only been more killing, including several civilians today who died in a missile attack on a market in eastern Ukraine. Meanwhile, the alleged growing cooperation between North Korea and Russia is drawing attention from Washington, especially the belief that Pyongyang may provide weapons to Moscow. Senior Correspondent of East and South Asian Affairs at the Global Strat View, Se Hoon Kim, joins to talk more about this potential alliance. Pope Francis met this morning with the bishops of the Ukrainian Greek-Catholic Church. The Holy Father invited Christians to dedicate October to praying for peace and reconciliation in Ukraine. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser has more. Finally this evening, Sage Steele recently left ESPN after she and the sports network settled a lawsuit regarding comments she made over the company's coronavirus vaccine mandates. She opens up on how she is relying on her Catholic faith after leaving the company where she worked for 16 years covering almost every major sporting event. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, September 5, 2023

9/5/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Pope Francis is back at the Vatican following his 4 day visit to Mongolia. Rome Correspondent for Catholic News Agency, Courtney Mares, joins to share why Pope Francis made the roughly 10 hour flight to Mongolia, with only 1,400 Catholics in the country. And while First Lady Jill Biden has tested positive for COVID-19, President Joe Biden continues to test negative as he prepares for a trip to India for the G20 Summit. Meanwhile, Nicaragua's government, led by President Daniel Ortega continues to escalate efforts to silence the Christian faithful. His targets include the Catholic Church, church officials, and even a leading bishop. As a new strain of COVID-19 begins to spread across the country, a number of institutions, including city governments, hospitals, schools and even Hollywood studios are implementing mask mandates. Director of the Independent Women's Forum, Julie Gunlock, shares how big of a concern she thinks the mask mandates are. Finally this year, one person who knows a lot about women and girls' sports is Sage Steele, a long time sportscaster and a staple on ESPN for more than a decade. However, when she appeared on a podcast in 2021 and gave her opinion on the COVID vaccine mandates and a few other topics that some deemed controversial, things changed. Steele joins to talk about her journey and how her Catholic faith is carrying her through it all. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly: Labor Day Special | Monday, September 4, 2023

9/4/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: The abortion debate has pit a Republican Senator against the Biden Administration. Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville has been blocking Pentagon promotions until the military stops paying the travel costs of troops seeking abortions. Senator Tuberville's stance against the Pentagon's abortion policy is also putting his home state of Alabama in the spotlight. John Wahl, Chair of the Alabama Republican Party says, "The Alabama Republican Party recently passed a resolution in support of Senator Tuberville, and that resolution passed 99% to 1. Meanwhile, during World Youth Day in Lisbon, Catholics and Evangelical Christians gathered for an event called "The Change." Among the guests were a well-known actor and a musician. And a couple in Michigan is offering inspiration through their faith. They made a life-affirming decision when they found out they were expecting a special set of twins. Their babies were conjoined from the chest to the abdomen and shared vital organs like a heart and liver, making their diagnosis life-limiting. Finally this evening, a popular podcast helps listeners understand and relate to the Catholic Catechism. "The Catechism in a Year" with Fr. Mike Schmitz has been averaging 200,000 daily downloads and YouTube viewers. This is the follow-up to the popular "The Bible in a Year" podcast. We caught up with Fr. Schmitz to find out more about the podcasts. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Friday, September 1, 2023

9/1/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Pope Francis made history today as he arrived in the capital of Mongolia, becoming the first pope to travel to the East Asian nation. EWTN Vatican Correspondent, Colm Flynn, is on the ground in Mongolia and has more. And as the Labor Day weekend arrived, President Joe Biden spoke to reporters in the Rose Garden this afternoon about the latest jobs report saying, “Just this morning we learned the economy created 190,000 jobs last month.” Meanwhile, three Republican lawmakers made a quick trip into Northwest Syria this past weekend. It is the first known visit to the war-torn country by American lawmakers in 6 years. Writing in the Washington Examiner, Timothy R. Carney says in part, "Biden has made it clear that he doesn't merely disagree with pro-lifers but that he hates us and wants to sic the federal government on us." Senior Columnist with the Washington Examiner and fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, Carney, joins to tell us more about the piece he wrote. Finally this evening, Mongolia's former president says religious freedom and respect for human life are fundamental values in Mongolia. President Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj led the nation for 8 years, from 2009-2017. Earlier this year, we spoke with him about freedom of worship and his impressions of the current and former popes. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, August 31, 2023

8/31/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: President Joe Biden declared an emergency declaration for South Carolina and a disaster declaration for Florida. In addition, Valdosta, Georgia saw hundreds of homes damaged by Idalia. And 2 years ago, 13 US service members were killed in the Abbey Gate bombing during the final chaotic days of the US withdrawal from Afghanistan. Family members of the fallen are still demanding accountability from the Biden Administration about the pull-out and why their loved ones lost their lives. Jason Jones with the Vulnerable People Project, joins to tell us a little more about what women and girls are facing now in Afghanistan and the ways his organization is trying to help. Meanwhile, Americans pay almost 2.5 times more for prescriptions than any other developed country, but that could change soon. The Biden Administration announced that Medicare will start negotiating the prices for 10 drugs including blood thinners and diabetes medication. Executive Director of Christ Medicus, Louis Brown, joins to tell us how big the impact will be and how soon everyday Americans will feel the impact of these negotiations. Finally this evening, the territorial dispute between Armenia and Azerbaijan shows no sign of being resolved and has become more critical in the recent period. Armenian Ambassador to the Holy See, Garen Nazarian, joins to share how he would describe the situation in Nagorno Karabakh. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, August 29, 2023

8/29/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Catholic Congressman Steve Scalise has been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a cancer of the bone marrow plasma cells. The long-serving Republican from Louisiana, is the current Majority Leader of the House. Meanwhile, the White House continues to receive FEMA updates on Hurricane Idalia now bearing down on Florida. And more than a dozen states and a number of pro-life groups are asking the Supreme Court to weigh in on so-called "buffer zones" around abortion clinics. EWTN Legal Analyst and Religious Freedom Expert, Andrea Picciotti-Bayer, joins to talk more about this case and the significance of it. A recent study in South Korea says the surgical N-95 masks used for protection against the coronavirus may expose users to dangerous levels of toxic chemicals. Cofounder of Evie Magazine, Brittany Martinez, joins to share her reaction to this study. Pope Francis is being criticized for remarks he made recently to young people in Russia. In a video message on Friday, the Holy Father told the young people they are "heirs of the Great Russia. The Great Russia of saints and kings." Finally this evening, a centuries-old tradition wrapped up today in Italy. In a tradition that is now 729 years old, on the evening of August 29th, "la Perdonanza Celestiniana," the Celestinian Forgiveness, came to a close in L'Aquila, a city in central Italy. EWTN Vatican Journalist Matteo Ciofi has more. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Friday, August 25, 2023

8/25/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: In the race for the Oval Office in 2024, former President Donald Trump is asking voters “to evict Crooked Joe Biden from the White House and SAVE AMERICA,” while on his new mug shot Trump writes: “ELECTION INTERFERENCE NEVER SURRENDER!” Meanwhile, there's a growing possibility of a government shutdown on October 1st. That's because a group of about 3 dozen House Republicans are drawing a redline on government spending. Their votes are critical and time is short. And final preparations are underway for the Holy Father's trip next week to Mongolia. EWTN News Vatican Correspondent, Colm Flynn has more. Iran and Saudi Arabia will be joining the BRICS bloc of developing countries. Research fellow at the Heritage Foundation, Joel Griffith, joins to tell us more about the 6 countries joining the bloc of developing economies. Finally this evening, late Thursday night, officials released the names of 388 people still missing on the island of Maui after devastating wildfires swept through the island 17 days ago. Jordan Segundo joins to tell us what it was like to return back to Hawaii and have to report on such a difficult story. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn EWTN News Nightly | EWTN Anchored by Tracy Sabol, EWTN News Nightly is our daily news and analysis program presenting breaking Catholic News worldwide, top stories, and daily reports from the White House, Capitol Hill, and Rome. Weekdays at 6 & 9 PM EST. ewtn.com

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, August 24, 2023

8/24/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: The Republican presidential campaign officially kicked off last night in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 8 candidates traded barbs. All of them took aim at the Biden Administration along with the front runner, former President Donald Trump who didn't attend. Editorial director at the Daily Caller, Vince Coglianese, joins to share what the biggest take away was from the debate. And as the war in Ukraine drags on for a year and a half now, and on Ukraine’s Independence Day, President Joe Biden praised the “brave Ukrainian women and men” who in their battle against Russia, “are showing the world once more that freedom is worth fighting for.” This week marks the annual gathering in Northern Italy of faith leaders and lay people. The high-profile event even received a message from Pope Francis. Senior Editor at the National Catholic Register, Jonathan Liedl, joins to tell us more about what the Holy Father said to attendees at the Rimini Meeting. Finally this evening, a group from a parish in Charlotte, North Caroline visited Haiti several years ago. They were told the people in the Caribbean nation needed food. So Saint Matthew Catholic Church went into action. Executive Director of the Hands for Haiti Project, Steven Favory, and Chairman of the Board for Hands for Haiti, Ernest Dwight, join to tell us more about how this initiative began in the parish. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, August 23, 2023

8/23/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: In Milwaukee, Wisconsin at 9pm ET, multiple Republican presidential candidates will take the stage for two hours battling it out over the top issues of the day. Former President Donald Trump will not be taking part in this first GOP primary debate. Political Science Professor at Grove City College in Pennsylvania, Dr. Paul Kengor, joins to talk more about the debate and whether historically something like this has happened before with a candidate who has such a strong lead. Meanwhile, Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville is holding up military nominations because of the defense department's abortion policies. The Chair of the Alabama Republican Party says Senator Tuberville is on solid ground. And there are new developments in the targeting of Catholics by the Ortega regime in Nicaragua. President of the Global Liberty Alliance and an expert on Central and South America, Jason Poblete, joins to share why he thinks President Ortega continues these activities, following a string of other anti-religious/anti-Catholic actions. Finally this evening, Pope Francis is writing a second part of Laudato Si', his landmark letter on concern for the care of the planet. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, joins to tell us more about the Holy Father writing a second part of Laudato Si', what it will focus on and why he is writing it now. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, August 22, 2023

8/22/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: The countdown is on as 8 Republicans have qualified for the party's first 2024 presidential primary debate. Former President Donald Trump is the clear front-runner and said he would skip the debate in Milwaukee and called on his rivals to drop out. And as the Biden Administration continues its pro-abortion push on social media, a recent tweet by the Vice President concerning maternal mortality rates and what the administration calls “the hypocrisy” caught our attention, and we asked pro-life advocates to respond to the post. Meanwhile, the U.S. Embassy in Minsk is urging Americans traveling or living in Belarus to leave the country due to what it calls a "spillover risk" from the war in Ukraine. Republican Strategist and Former National Security Council Spokesman, John Ullyot, joins to tell us how big of a warning this is from the embassy. In the nation's capital, there are a couple of chances to see at least parts of an original Gutenberg Bible. Brian Hyland, Curator of Medieval Manuscripts for the Museum of the Bible, joins to tell us about why the printing of the Gutenberg Bible itself was so revolutionary. Finally this evening, a conference this week in Germany is examining the lasting legacy of the late Pope Benedict XVI. Theologian and speaker at the conference, Fr. Ralph Weimann, joins to tell us more about this conference and what some of the highlights have been. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Monday, August 21, 2023

8/21/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Flying out of Reno, Nevada, President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden traveled to Maui to meet with survivors of the deadly wildfires. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump has been hit with four criminal indictments. Now, he may be hit with another, a possible 5th indictment out of Arizona. Founder and President of the Article Three Project, Mike Davis, joins to share what more he knows about this investigation in Arizona and why it is happening now. And as Xi Jinping's government looks to stop rampant deflation, they watched regional Asian rivals South Korea and Japan meet with President Biden at Camp David late last week to usher in a new era of partnership. Former White House Deputy National Security Advisor and current Senior Fellow and Chair of the China Policy Initiative for the America First Policy Institute, Steve Yates, joins to explain his read on the Chinese reaction to the meetings at Camp David. Finally this evening, EWTN Norway began TV programming last week on the feast of the Assumption. Cofounder of EWTN Norway, Pal Johannes, joins to tell us more about EWTN Norway and how the idea to launch it came about. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn EWTN News Nightly | EWTN Anchored by Tracy Sabol, EWTN News Nightly is our daily news and analysis program presenting breaking Catholic News worldwide, top stories, and daily reports from the White House, Capitol Hill, and Rome. Weekdays at 6 & 9 PM EST. ewtn.com

EWTN News Nightly | Friday, August 18, 2023

8/18/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Hawaii is showing signs of recovery after the deadly wildfires that killed more than 100 people. Principal of Sacred Hearts School in Lahaina, Hawaii, Tonata Lolesio, joins to share what it was like during the wildfires. And five months and counting is how long Alabama Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville has been blocking several hundred military nominations over the Pentagon's abortion policy and that number is growing. Meanwhile, speaking at Camp David in Maryland, President Joe Biden, sitting down for a trilateral summit with Japan and South Korea, said, “…our countries are stronger and the world will be safer as we stand together.” Republicans say the plan known as "Bidenomics" is not working and instead is hurting American families. Editor and Columnist at StockInvestor.com, Paul Dykewicz, joins to share his take on "Bidenomics" is and whether he believes we are on the right track. Finally this evening, an opinion piece says the DC government may be held accountable for a Black Lives Matter double standard. This after an appeals court this week sided with pro-lifers who had written "Black Pre-Born Lives Matter" in chalk on a sidewalk. Chief Media and Policy Strategist of Students for Life, Kristi Hamrick, joins to share what happened when the kids went to write their message in chalk on a DC sidewalk in 2020 and why they did it in the first place. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, August 17, 2023

8/17/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: On Friday, President Joe Biden is set to welcome two world leaders to Camp David in northern Maryland. But first he paid his respects to the former First Lady of Pennsylvania. And White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre discussed a new ruling on the abortion drug, mifepristone, stating, "Due to the Supreme Court's stay, mifepristone remains broadly available for now. But if the Fifth Circuit's ruling stands, it will significantly roll back the ability for women in every state to get the health care they need..." Senior Counsel for Alliance Defending Freedom, Julie Blake, joins to share her reaction on the ruling and how significant it is. Meanwhile, the Democrat-backed Inflation Reduction Act just celebrated its first anniversary. Police in Pakistan have arrested 129 Muslims following attacks this week on Christian churches and homes. The attacks came following a report that one of the Christian men had desecrated a copy of the Quran. Outreach Director of Aid to the Church in Need, Ed Clancy, joins to let us know how all of this transpired and what the situation is like in Pakistan now. Finally this evening, the new school year is another reminder of the Holy Father's initiative for the classroom. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser recently spoke with a Holy See official about the Pope's Global Compact on Education. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn EWTN News Nightly | EWTN Anchored by Tracy Sabol, EWTN News Nightly is our daily news and analysis program presenting breaking Catholic News worldwide, top stories, and daily reports from the White House, Capitol Hill, and Rome. Weekdays at 6 & 9 PM EST. ewtn.com

EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, August 16, 2023

8/16/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: The Biden Administration is celebrating “Bidenomics” while ramping up its efforts to convince Americans its economic agenda is helping Americans. Meanwhile, there's a major spending battle brewing on Capitol Hill when Congress returns next month. President Biden is asking for billions more in new emergency spending, however, half of the money is for Ukraine. That's becoming a major flash point for some Republican lawmakers. President of Real Clear Politics, Tom Bevan, joins to share whether he thinks voters are still on board with funding this war or whether their support is waning, especially as we are faced with disasters at home such as the devastating wildfires in Hawaii. Last week the Supreme Chamber of Mexico upheld the guilty verdict for a Mexican Congressman and leader of the National Front for the Family. Rodrigo Ivan Cortes was convicted of gender based political violence, including digital violence for referring to a transgender colleague, Salma Luevano, as a "man who self-ascribes as a woman." Congressman Cortes and his legal counsel, Julio Pohl of Alliance Defending Freedom International, join to share their reactions to last week's verdict. Finally this evening, later this month, Pope Francis will travel to Mongolia for his 43rd apostolic journey. In September, the Holy Father will be in France for a quick visit. EWTN Vatican News Correspondent, Colm Flynn, has more. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, August 15, 2023

8/15/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: The indictment lists 18 felony counts against former President Donald Trump and 23 counts against 18 co-defendants. President Joe Biden offered no immediate comment about the case against Trump, and his son Hunter Biden is facing his own legal troubles, now being investigated by a special counsel. Meanwhile, the Chinese Communist Party is announcing new restrictions on religious freedom that will go into effect next month. Senior Correspondent of East and South Asian Affairs at the Global Strat View, Se Hoon Kim, joins to share his reaction to these new measures by the CCP. And last week, 3 Orthodox Jewish families lost their case against the state of California, but the loss has set up a high-profile appeal before the 9th Circuit and potentially a path to bring the case before the Supreme Court. Managing Director of the Orthodox Union, Maury Litwack, joins to bring us up to speed on the case. August 15th in Italy is Ferragosto, the day that commemorates the Assumption of the Virgin Mary into Heaven. Matteo Ciofi has more on the history of the Italian holiday. Finally this evening, the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary has been the subject of paintings for centuries. Associate Professor of Practice in Catechetics at the Catholic University of America and author of "The Beauty of Faith," Jem Sullivan, joins to share how long the Assumption of Mary has been depicted in art. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, August 8, 2023

8/8/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Visiting the Grand Canyon in Arizona, President Joe Biden announced the protection of 1,500 square miles of land from uranium mining. And millions of students will be heading back to school soon. Many are still scrambling to catch up academically after two years of remote learning due to COVID closures. Lawmakers, educators and parents are still trying to sort out the damage. Meanwhile, a recent survey finds Americans' confidence in the US military is at its lowest point in 25 years. Director of the Center for National Defense at the Heritage Foundation, Lieutenant General Thomas Spoehr, joins to share his reaction to the latest numbers. Reaction continues to pour in following the Vatican's announcement that the next World Youth Day will take place in South Korea. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, recently spoke with a priest from the East Asian nation who will spearhead World Youth Day 2027. Finally this evening, Gold Star families of the 13 service members killed during a suicide bombing at the Kabul airport in 2021, spoke at a Congressional forum, giving powerful testimony and demanding answers from the Biden Administration. Jason Jones with the Vulnerable People Project, whose non-profit organization has helped hundreds in Afghanistan amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis, joins to share his thoughts on the Congressional forum. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Monday, August 7, 2023

8/7/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: House Republicans continue to question the Justice Departments motives in the Hunter Biden case, and now with the indictment of former President Trump, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy charges the indictment was political. President Joe Biden returns from vacation while inflation is skyrocketing. Economists are forecasting a 3.3% rise in prices from a year ago and beginning tonight, the President travels west, touting his "Inflation Reduction Act." On Sunday, August 6, the nearly week-long World Youth Day 2023 concluded in Portugal. More than 1 million young people attended the Closing Mass offered by Pope Francis who encouraged all to reflect on their resolutions following the conclusion of this grand event. Meanwhile, The House Oversight Committee's investigation into alleged Biden Family Ties to foreign nationals isn't slowing down. A former Biden business associate, Devon Archer, gave a transcribed interview behind closed doors last week. Niger’s mutinous soldiers continue to hold President Mohamad Bazoum captive and close the country’s airspace after ECOWAS, the West African regional bloc, threatens a military intervention. A hastily called summer special election in Ohio has seen an off-the-chart turnout. The election was pushed by Republicans to increase the difficulty of passing amendments to the Ohio constitution, hoping to halt one in November’s election that guarantees abortion rights. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn EWTN News Nightly provides the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Join host Tracy Sabol, our Capitol Hill, White House and Rome Correspondents, as well as many other diverse guests daily, to get the latest from the U.S. and the Vatican on topics regarding our Catholic faith and interests. ------------- EWTN News Nightly airs on EWTN weekdays at 6pm & 9pm ET. ------------

EWTN News Nightly | Friday, August 4, 2023

8/4/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: As young pilgrims storm Lisbon for World Youth Day, Pope Francis is scheduled to soon participate in the Stations of the Cross. His Holiness shall travel for roughly one hour to visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima. While at it, our Vatican Correspondent, Colm Flynn, reports from Lisbon on a welcoming ceremony that took place in Eduardo VII Park, the Pope's meeting with charity workers, and his special message to them. Over at the White House, former President Trump says his recent indictment was "a sad day for Americans." As the Republican front runner entered a not guilty plea amid federal charges related to the 2020 election. On the pro-life front, victory abounds as a federal judge has granted an injunction to halt Illinois governor Jamie Pritzker's new law targeting pregnancy resource centers. The Thomas More Society requested the injunction. This brings a sigh of relief for pro-lifers in the fight to restore full rights to life and life eternal. Meanwhile, a week has passed since an American missionary and her daughter were kidnapped by a criminal ransom gang in Haiti. Lester Munson, Senior Fellow at the National Security Institute, joins us to discuss the ongoing political instability, gang violence, and hunger that plague the small island nation, and comments on how the U.S. can intervene in the increasing kidnapping problem. Lastly, tonight, following a new report which says that 14,000 pilots are needed for commercial, military, and cargo planes, Walsh University, a Catholic school in Ohio, is partnering with a flight school in Akron to fight the problem. Timothy Collins, President of Walsh University, joins us to discuss this initiative further. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn EWTN News Nightly provides the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Join host Tracy Sabol, our Capitol Hill,

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, August 3, 2023

8/3/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Pope Francis’ first full day in Lisbon for World Youth Day was eventful. His Holiness met with young people with varied faith backgrounds and gave a memorable gift to members of the worldwide Scholas Ocurrentes movement for education. To dig deeper into this and the Holy Father's generous gift, EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, reports. In this same vein, out of the hundreds of thousands of young people in Lisbon, several are from Latin America. Fr. Jeronimo Espinosa, a Colombian priest, sheds light on how the Holy Father’s Argentinian heritage may have influenced the uptick in Latin Americans’ World Youth Day attendance. Meanwhile in the White House, President Biden is calling for the release of Niger’s President, Mohamed Bazoum, and “for the preservation of Niger’s hard-earned democracy.” Our White House Correspondent, Owen Jensen, reports. Over on Capitol Hill, it’s a historic day with four federal criminal charges brought against former President Donald Trump. Reporting from the courthouse is our Capitol Hill Correspondent, Erik Rosales, who gives us an inside look into the state of the matter and what lies ahead. Lastly tonight, the New York City mayor says his city is full after dealing with a surge of migrants. To discuss this situation further is Rodney Scott, former chief of the United States Border Patrol. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn EWTN News Nightly provides the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Join host Tracy Sabol, our Capitol Hill, White House and Rome Correspondents, as well as many other diverse guests daily, to get the latest from the U.S. and the Vatican on topics regarding our Catholic faith and interests. ------------- EWTN News Nightly airs on EWTN weekdays at 6pm & 9pm ET. ------------ Don't miss an episode of EWTN New Nightly. Get updates here: https

EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, August 2, 2023

8/2/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Pope Francis has arrived in Lisbon, Portugal for the global gathering of hundreds of thousands of young people for World Youth Day 2023. In His Holiness’ address to the country’s government and diplomatic corps, he shared his dreams for a more peaceful Europe. EWTN News’ VP and Editorial Director, Matthew Bunson, sits down with VP of the Media Centre in Lisbon, Professor Daniel Arasa, to better digest the address. Meanwhile, Former President Donald Trump will appear in court Thursday after being indicted for working to overturn the 2020 election results. EWTN White House Correspondent, Owen Jensen, reports. On the other hand, although Congress is on break, lawmakers on Capitol Hill are reacting to the indictment of former President Trump. Capitol Hill Correspondent, Erik Rosales, reports. China reveals two new leaders for the People’s Liberation Army Rocket Force this week in a surprise shake-up. Author Gordon Chang joins us to comment on allegations that China is funding millions toward U.S. public schools and on BlackRock client investments. Lastly tonight, as the fifth largest city in the nation, Phoenix, Arizona is the only major one lacking a Catholic rehabilitation center in its diocese. Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Kolbe Mission, Jason Kelly, delves deeper into the organization’s inception, namesake, and mission in fighting addiction. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn EWTN News Nightly provides the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Join host Tracy Sabol, our Capitol Hill, White House and Rome Correspondents, as well as many other diverse guests daily, to get the latest from the U.S. and the Vatican on topics regarding our Catholic faith and interests. ------------- EWTN News Nightly airs on EWTN weekdays at 6pm & 9pm ET. ------------ Don't miss an episode of EWTN New Night

EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, August 1, 2023

8/1/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: As World Youth Day 2023 kicks off in full swing, more than 200,000 young people have arrived in Lisbon, Portugal. As they desire to draw closer to Jesus, they also anticipate Pope Francis’ arrival to the grand event. Reporting live is EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, who gives us a glimpse into the current mood and what final preparations are in place to welcome the Holy Father. Meanwhile, as the flow of illegal drugs into the United States continues to skyrocket, deaths from illegal narcotics like Fentanyl have exceeded 100,000. Our Capitol Hill Correspondent, Erik Rosales, reports on how lawmakers are taking steps to stem this Fentanyl flow. Over at the White House, President Joe Biden made a controversial decision to select not Alabama, but Colorado as the U.S. Space Command headquarters location. Some lawmakers say one Senator's hold on Pentagon promotions likely influenced this decision. Our White House Correspondent, Owen Jensen, reports. Alliance Defending Freedom represents Branches Pregnancy Resource Center in a lawsuit challenging Vermont’s S-37 legislation against pro-life pregnancy centers. Joining us are Senior Counsel Erin Hawley and Jean Marie Davis, executive director at the pregnancy center. Lastly tonight, with the war in Ukraine displacing more than 11.2 million people, the Diocese of Greensburg has pledged to fund Ukrainian refugees’ journeys. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Monday, July 31, 2023

7/31/2023

The race for the White House is quickly taking shape. President Joe Biden is on vacation right now but very soon he and members of his cabinet will be hitting the road. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump, faces a growing list of legal troubles, including a possible indictment out of Georgia. Today, the House Oversight Committee held a transcribed interview with Devon Archer, a former business associate of Hunter Biden. Archer claims then Vice President Joe Biden was on speaker phone for conversations with Hunter and his business partners. Republicans say this is more evidence of wrongdoing that continues to pile up. Editorial Director at the Daily Caller, Vince Coglianese, joins to discuss his take on the testimony today from the former business associate of Hunter Biden and how these new stories about Hunter are impacting President Biden's re-election bid and overall political career. Colm Fynn joins us from Portugal to discuss the 37th World Youth Day that will begin tomorrow in Lisbon. Final preparations are being made for tomorrow. The title on this international gathering is "Mary Arose and Went With Haste," and it will last a week with Pope Francis arriving in Portugal this Wednesday in the morning. The Knights of Columbus is gathering this week in Florida for its 141st Supreme Convention. Senior Vice President of Evangelization and Faith Formation for the Knights of Columbus, Jonathan Reyes, joins to discuss the theme for this year, "First in Faith and Charity." Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, July 27, 2023

7/27/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Extreme heat that has threatened millions of Americans, most recently in the southwest. The White House says officials are working on worker protections, improved weather forecasts and more accessible drinking water and today President Biden laid out his plan to cool things off. At the Capitol Hill hearing on UFOs, Pentagon Whistle blowers shared explosive claims of alien technology defying laws of physics and push back from military leadership against those reporting such sightings. The Department of Education's Civil Rights office opened an investigation at Harvard after complaints were filed by some civil rights groups who claimed the University's legacy policy overwhelmingly favored white applicants. As part of a push to "sinicize" religion, the Chinese Communist Party has embarked on a 10-year project to rewrite the Bible, Quran, and other religious texts. Jeff Kloha, Chief Curatorial Officer for the 'Museum of the Bible' joins us to discuss how dangerous this is to Christians and other faith believers in the country. "“Rome transforms.” The Eternal City chose this motto to describe their ambitious renovation plans for the upcoming 2025 Jubilee year. Rome is expecting at least 10 million pilgrims on top of an all-time high stream of tourists. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn " Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, July 26, 2023

7/26/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: President Joe Biden's son Hunter goes before a federal judge however, congressional Republicans who say Hunter got off easy are pursuing their own investigations. Some Republicans are moving toward impeaching President Biden, they cite mounting evidence of possible money laundering and influence peddling. The Vatican prosecutor has asked a court to convict 10 people, including Cardinal Becciu, of a range of financial crimes. After a summer pause, the defense and civil parties in the Vatican's "trial of the century" will deliver their closing arguments, with the court expected to deliver a verdict before the end of the year. Opposition parties in Kenya filed charges against the government for “police atrocities” that left 30 dead at the International Criminal Court during protests the cost of living and taxation. The party is “assembling more evidence” of police brutality and the specific targeting of the “Luo ethnic community” from Western Kenya where hospitals admitted protestors with bullet-related injuries. Members of the House Judiciary Committee questioned FBI Director Christopher Wray about an FBI memo from the Richmond, VA, field office targeting Catholics who are drawn to the traditional Latin Mass. The memo claimed violent extremists have “sought out and attended traditional Catholic houses of worship” and suggested surveilling churches that offer the Latin Mass to “radical-traditionalist” Catholic communities.

EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, July 25, 2023

7/25/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: President Joe Biden signed a proclamation at the White House establishing a national monument honoring Emmett Till, whose horrific killing helped spur the Civil Rights movement. Meanwhile, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says allegations of financial wrongdoing against President Joe Biden are rising to the level of an impeachment inquiry, but a White House spokesman says the House GOP's eagerness to go after the President "regardless of the truth is seemingly bottomless." After this week, lawmakers won't be returning to Washington until after Labor Day so a final push is on to pass several spending bills. In other news, a new White House plan to forgive some student debt is gaining attention. Jeanne Gawdun, Senior Lobbyist for "Kansas for Life" explains how government officials and pro-life nonprofits in Kansas are gearing up to implement the state's innovative Alternatives to Abortion program, an initiative that pro-life legislators passed despite the Kansas governor's veto of it. Sunday, July 25th marked the beginning of Natural Family Planning Week, an educational campaign of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) to celebrate God’s design for married love and the gift of life. The goal is to raise awareness about the ethical family planning methods supportive of Catholic beliefs about married love, respecting “the God-given power to love a new human life into being.” Known for its distinctive chants of sacred scripture, the Taize community is set to welcome a new leader. This ecumenical group was founded by a Swiss protestant just before World War 2 in Burgandy, France. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Monday, July 24, 2023

7/24/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Israeli lawmakers have approved a key portion of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Divisive plan to reshape the country's justice system. Israeli police use water cannons to disperse protesters rallying in Jerusalem in opposition to a judicial overhaul aimed at curbing powers of the Judiciary. The vote came after a stormy session in which opposition lawmakers chanted "SHAME" and then stormed out of the Chamber. Lawmakers on both sides are ramping up efforts to find out if UFOs really exist and, if so, if they pose a threat to national security Lawmakers are demanding transparency from intelligence officials. They say they've been stonewalled for years about hundreds of UFO sightings reported by military pilots. Also tonight, Prisha (Abigail) Mosley, 25, a detransitioning woman formerly known as Charlie Mosley, filed a lawsuit naming her therapists, surgeon, and their medical facilities as defendants. Meanwhile, a California school district is pushing for gay rights advocacy in its curriculum while the series “The Chosen” is growing in success. Margaret Mary Olohan of The Daily Signal comments on these new developments and on what rights parents have over their children’s learning. Lastly, Pope Francis offered a special Mass over the weekend for the Third Annual World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. Over 8,000 of them attended. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Friday July 21, 2023

7/21/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: An unclassified FBI document has finally been made public. The document involves an alleged bribary scheme between then Vice President Joe Biden and a Ukrainian oil executive when President Biden's son Hunter was a board member for the oil company. Former President Donald Trump is headed to trial on May 20th, 2024. Prosecutors aimed for December but defense lawyers wanted it "after" the 2024 Presidential election. Now it won't start until well after the Republican nominee is clear but before that person is officially nominated at the Republican National Convention. Meanwhile the White House held a discussion today with AI executives looking for ways to protect the public, as the administration announces it has secured “voluntary commitments…to manage the risks posed by AI.” Last month, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of a website designer, Lori Smith, in the case of 303 Creative LLC v Elenis. Jonathan Scruggs of Alliance Defending Freedom joins us to share his unique perspective on the significance and impact of this decision. Lastly tonight, as the Azerbaijani blockade of Nagorno-Karabakh is now in its 7th month, experts are growing increasingly fearful for the Christian majority Armenian enclave. Bishop Mikael Mouradian, head of the Armenian Catholic Church Eparchy of Our Lady of Nareg in the United States, joins us to shed light on the crisis in Armenia. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, July 20, 2023

7/20/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: The Promoter of Justice for the Vatican City State, Alessandro Diddi, started a two-week hearing to sum up his arguments in his high-profile case against ten people accused of alleged financial crimes. Questions were also raised about Pope Francis' role in the case. EWTN Vatican Journalist, Jen Copestake, reports. The Senate Judiciary Committee was sharply divided on whether Congress has the right to require the Supreme Court to come up with a basic code of ethics. Capitol Hill Correspondent, Erik Rosales, reports. President Biden is attending a steel-cutting ceremony for the Acadia, the vessel needed to build offshore wind farms that his administration says could support hundreds of new union jobs. White House Correspondent, Owen Jensen, reports. Every five years, the African National Eucharistic Congress brings together African Catholics in the United States to celebrate the living presence of Jesus in the Eucharist and share in a rich heritage. Danielle M. Brown of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, sheds light on the importance of this year’s Congress taking place July 21-23, 2023 in Washington, D.C. and what attendees will gain from attending it. Lastly tonight, Patti Armstrong of the National Catholic Register, joins us to reflect on the success of the blockbuster movie, ‘Sound of Freedom’ and how the motion picture has enlightened many about the tragedy of human trafficking. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, July 19, 2023

7/19/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Lawmakers came together in a joint meeting to hear an address by President Isaac Herzog of Israel, highlighting the 75th anniversary of the state of Israel. After several members of the progressive Democratic party spoke out against Israel, even calling it a racist state, there was sharp reaction from Republicans and even Democrats, like former Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Sent by the Vatican to Washington DC, in an effort to promote peace in Ukraine, Cardinal Matteo Zuppi met with President Joe Biden on Tuesday. And recent polling data shows President Biden is leading the pack among those seeking the Democratic Presidential nomination with 69% support. White House and National Political Correspondent for Real Clear Politics, Susan Crabtree, joins to share why she thinks Biden is the front runner right now. Meanwhile, the rise of artificial intelligence and social media restrictions is causing some concern. A Senior Policy Analyst at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, Clare Morell, shares how the centralizing of these platforms affect the long-term health of free speech. Finally this evening, the Catholic Community in Mongolia may be small but they are expecting a big visit. Pope Francis is planning to travel there from August 31st to September 4th. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief Andreas Thonhauser brings us a preview. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, July 18, 2023

7/18/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: The Vatican continues its efforts to bring peace to war-torn Ukraine, with Cardinal Matteo Zuppi visiting the US capital today. And a hearing was held on Capitol Hill to highlight the worsening conditions for all faiths around the world. In Israel, protestors blocked highways, crowded train stations and even marched on Tel Aviv's stock exchange and military headquarters. Managing Director of the Coalition for Jewish Values, Rabbi Yaakov Menken, joins to tell us a little bit more about these protests. Meanwhile, the patriarch of the Chaldean Catholic Church, Cardinal Louis Sako, announced his move to Kurdistan after Iraq's president revoked a decree recognizing him as head of the Christian Church in the country. Vice President of the Middle East Media Research Institute, Ambassador Alberto Fernandez, shares how significant this move is. The Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre is a Catholic order of knighthood charged with helping maintain the Christian presence in the Holy Land. Dr. Matthew Bunson, VP of EWTN News, spoke with Leonardo Visconti di Modrone, Governor General of the order to find out what they are doing in the Middle East to help. Finally this evening, the Catholic Media Association says it is deeply concerned with the FDA's decision to approve the first over-the-counter hormonal contraceptive, Opill. Dr. Lauren Rubal of the CMA, joins to share what her medical concerns are. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Monday, July 17, 2023

7/17/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Hoping to bring an end to the brutal and ongoing war in Ukraine, Pope Francis’ peace envoy, Cardinal Matteo Zuppi, traveled to Washington DC “to promote peace in Ukraine” while the USCCB issued a statement warning against the use of cluster munitions in the conflict, citing their “risk to civilian populations.” Meanwhile, House Republican lawmakers are all smiles after passing a major defense policy bill known as the National Defense Authorization Act. They were able to add pro-life and pro-family amendments rolling back several Biden Administration policies. The Archbishop of the Military Services and the president of the USCCB, Archbishop Timothy Broglio, joins to share his thoughts on the passage of the National Defense Authorization Act by the House. And in a move that is raising some eyebrows, Pope Francis has decided to approve the appointment of the Bishop of Shanghai, who was previously installed by Chinese authorities without the Vatican's approval. Vatican Correspondent, Colm Flynn joins to explain the significance of the pope's decision. Finally this evening, the Senate Judiciary Committee this week will mark up and vote on a bill that would require the US Supreme Court to adopt a Code of Conduct. Founder and President of the Article 3 Project, Mike Davis, joins to share what his reaction is to this Code of Conduct bill and what he thinks. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Friday July 14, 2023

7/14/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Freshly back from Europe where he attended NATO meetings and met with Nordic leaders, President Joe Biden flew to Camp David, leaving the White House without taking questions from reporters. Meanwhile, every branch of the US military is struggling to meet its yearly recruiting goals. DOD numbers show both a record low percentage of 17 to 39 year olds are eligible to serve due to previous drug use and obesity and an even smaller fraction are willing to enlist. And reaction continues to pour in after the release last week of the names of the delegates for the upcoming Synod on Synodality at the Vatican. Senior Editor for the National Catholic Register, Jonathan Liedl, joins to tell us about the people participating in the synod and how they were chosen. A professor at the University of Notre Dame is suing an independent student newspaper that reported on her alleged pro-abortion activism. A rising senior at Notre Dame and editor of the school paper that published the stories, Joe Dereuil, joins to give us a bit of background on the reporting for these stories and how some of the allegations against Professor Kay came to light. Finally this evening, the Diocese of Fort Wayne South Bend in Indiana recently completed an 8 day Eucharistic pilgrimage. The Secretary for Communications of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, Nicole Hahn, joins to tell us how this 100 mile walk came about. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, July 13, 2023

7/13/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: The House Appropriations Committee voted to include some pro-life provisions in next year's foreign operation budget, which goes into effect in October. The move is a major blow to the Biden Administration's pro-abortion efforts. And how long the war in Ukraine will last, the potential use of nuclear weapons in the conflict, and even the hold-up of military promotions at the Pentagon were all discussed at a press briefing in Helsinki, Finland today. Meanwhile, preparations are underway in France for the country's national day, or Bastille Day, celebrations on Friday. However, the country continues to deal with widespread riots following the shooting death by police of a teenager late last month. European Correspondent for EWTN News, Solene Tadie, joins to help us unpack what is going on in France right now, what the latest with the protests is and what the mood is ahead of Bastille Day. A recently released artificial intelligence app is trained on a private database of Church documents. Organizers say it could be a powerful tool for evangelization. Founder and CEO of Longbeard, which developed Magisterium AI, Matthew Sanders, joins to explain the new app and how it is similar to ChatGPT. Finally this evening, at the Vatican, the top diplomat to the Holy See, Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, addressed the conflict in Ukraine, and some criticisms of Pope Francis' responses. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, July 12, 2023

7/12/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: With the latest NATO summit in Lithuania now history, President Joe Biden is on his way to Finland, which recently became a member of the Defense Alliance. Managing Partner at Brighton Strategy Group, John Ullyot, joins to share his thoughts on the NATO summit and the declaration to provide long-term security guarantees to Ukraine in lieu of the country's admittance to alliance. Meanwhile, the US is closely watching China's growing influence around the world; from the economy, to national security and even religious freedom. And despite the positive news that inflation fell in June to its lowest rate since March 2021, consumers are still feeling the effects of high prices. Deputy Op-Ed Editor at the Wall Street Journal, Matthew Hennessey, joins to share why there is such a disconnect between the data and the practical reality for many Americans. A new podcast is set to bring together the topics of science and the Catholic faith. Co-hosts of 'Purposeful Lab,' Catherine Hadro and Dr. Dan Kuebler, join to discuss the podcast and what 'Purposeful Lab' is. Finally this evening, Pope Francis has appointed a special envoy for a celebration next week in honor of St. Thomas Aquinas. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, joins to tell us about the upcoming celebrations for the 700th anniversary of the canonization of St. Thomas Aquinas. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, July 11, 2023

7/11/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: At the NATO Summit overseas, President Joe Biden indicated he was looking forward to meeting with two Nordic countries, Finland and Sweden, as the alliance grows. Finland has already become a member. Sweden is on deck to become the 32nd NATO member. Meanwhile, Congress has only 11 in-session days to finish a stack of items, chief among them, the $886 billion Defense Authorization Act. And a recent study by researchers at Virginia Tech finds a rising number of young people are experiencing gender dysphoria, claiming that their so-called gender identity does not match their biological sex. Policy director at the American Principles Project, Jon Schweppe, joins to share his thoughts on this study and why he thinks the numbers for gender dysphoria or transgenderism are rising. July marks the month where Pope Francis takes his summer break from receiving guests. Former EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Alan Holdren, joins to discuss a historic trip Pope Francis made on July 8th, 2013 and also what his current plans for August are. Finally this evening, a new book examines 50 of the most influential leaders in the pro-life movement. One of the book's contributors and the founder of the Vulnerable People Project, Jason Jones, joins to share how he became involved and tells us about his profile on Kristan Hawkins, president of Students for Life of America. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Monday, July 10, 2023

7/10/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Pope Francis has named 21 new cardinals. They will be installed at the Vatican at the end of September. EWTN Vatican Correspondent, Colm Flynn has more. Meanwhile, as the war in Ukraine continues with prospects for peace appearing dim, President Joe Biden is in Lithuania for a NATO summit looking to crank up the pressure on Moscow and Vladimir Putin after 16 months of a grueling, horrific war. And US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has wrapped up her trip to China. Secretary Yellen said the US will listen to Chinese complaints about curbs on US technology imports and concerns on Washington's actions. Author Gordon Chang joins to share his thoughts on Secretary Yellen's trip. President Biden is continuing to trumpet Bidenomics. It is his term for the Administration's help for families to improve their financial situation, but a recent major poll shows less than 40% of Americans approve of the president's handling of the economy. Finally this evening, in Kansas, a judge has ruled that on driver's licenses the only option for gender are male and female. Opponents say the ruling will cause immediate harm to the transgender community. Director of the Independent Women's Forum's Center for Progress and Innovation, Julie Gunlock, joins to share her thoughts on that decision. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Friday July 7, 2023

7/7/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: The Vatican has published the full list of participants for the Synod on Synodality assembly in October. Nearly one third of the 364 voting delegates were chosen by Pope Francis. EWTN Vatican Correspondent Colm Flynn, has more. On Capitol Hill, the House and Senate remain divided on how much more aid the US should give Ukraine and the type of weapons to authorize. Meanwhile, two Christian teenagers in Pakistan were arrested in May on charges of blasphemy. Among Muslim-majority nations, Pakistan has the strictest blasphemy laws. Bishop Samson Shukardin, OFM of Hyderabad, Pakistan, joins to tell us more about the situation in Pakistan for religious minorities, in particular Christians. And many Christian communities around the world will come together this Sunday to celebrate and pray for those who work at Sea. Former Director of Stella Maris International, Fr. Bruno Ciceri, joins to tell us more about this celebration, why it is important and why it began. Finally this evening, the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis is roughly one year from now, and a new book examines ways to introduce Eucharistic Adoration to children. Mother and former teach in both Catholic and public schools, author Melissa Kirking, joins to talk about her inspiration to write the book about the beauty of the Eucharist geared towards children. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, July 6, 2023

7/6/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: U.S. lawmakers have a rapidly developing technology issue to deal with, artificial Intelligence (AI). Democrats and Republicans say they want to regulate it. Big Tech is watching and even lobbying, yet what those regulations might look like is another debate entirely. And an opinion piece is accusing the media of trying to mislead the public on the Supreme Court ruling that said a Christian web designer does not have to create sites for same-sex weddings. Senior Counsel and Government Affairs Director for Alliance Defending Freedom who also represented Lorie Smith in the Supreme Court Case 303 Creative vs Elenis, Kellie Fiedorek, joins to share her take on the reaction to the ruling and whether she is seeing mistakes in reporting from the mainstream media. Meanwhile, more than half a million baptized Catholics left the Church in Germany last year. The number is nearly double of the 270,000 who left the Church in 2020. Vatican Correspondent for CNA Deutsch, Rudolf Gehrig, joins to explain why the number of people leaving the Church has nearly doubled since 2020 and how statistically significant that 500,000 number is. Finally this evening, Jacob Rees Mogg has become one of the most well-known and most divisive politicians in the United Kingdom. One thing that has characterized his life in politics is his Catholic faith. EWTN News Vatican Correspondent, Colm Flynn has more. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, July 5, 2023

7/5/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: The Biden Administration has taken away a key tool from law enforcement trying to secure the Southern border. DNA testing of minors ended on May 31st. This sparks fear of more illegal crossings and human trafficking. A new movie, on the fight against human trafficking in Latin America enjoyed a strong first day at the box office yesterday. 'Sound of Freedom' topped $10 million in pre-sold box office tickets. Senior Reporter at the Daily Signal, Mary Margaret Olohan, joins to share what she thinks and what the reaction of the audience has been. Meanwhile, Pope Francis has named a new leader for an important Vatican department, and his decision has created some controversy. The Holy Father picked Archbishop Victor Manuel Fernandez to lead the oldest Vatican group. Vice President and Editorial Director at EWTN News, Dr. Matthew Bunson, joins to tell us more about Archbishop Fernandez and his career in the Church. Finally this evening, a best-selling author and tech consultant who worked in the early days of the internet is back in Silicon Valley. Father Corwin Low is a Dominican priest and he is offering a message of hope and fulfillment to those in the tech industry. He joins to tell us a bit about how someone who was very successful in the early days of the internet joins the priesthood. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Monday, July 3, 2023

7/3/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Cardinal Matteo Zuppi returned to the Vatican after his first visit to Russia. EWTN Vatican Bureau Journalist, Alexey Gotovskiy, has more. Meanwhile, Democrats continue to push for abortion on demand, including for minors. Republican Congresswoman Mary Miller says she wants parents to be informed, so she's introduced the Parental Notification and Intervention Act. And a prominent Catholic education group along with several Catholic colleges and universities are blasting the Supreme Court decision late last week to overturn affirmative action in higher education. Executive Editor of an upcoming journal at the Common Sense Society, Christopher Bedford, joins to share his take on the Catholic schools' reaction to the Supreme Court's affirmative action ruling. A Catholic family and a Catholic high school have filed a lawsuit challenging the exclusion of faith-based schools from a state tuition assistance program in Maine. Parents, Valori and Keith Radonis, join to tell us why they want to send their children to Saint Dominic's and how the state of Maine responded. Finally this evening, 'Sound of Freedom,' will be released on the 4th of July. The movie's Catholic producer, Eduardo Verastegui, became involved himself with efforts to stop the human trafficking of children. He met with Pope Francis last year and told him that his goal was to start a movement to end child trafficking. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Friday June 30, 2023

6/30/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: A sharply divided US Supreme Court ruled that the Biden Administration overstepped its authority in trying to cancel or reduce student loans for millions of Americans. The Biden administration lost in its push for paying off college debt for millions of people that opponents said was too expensive and unfair. President Biden vowed, "This fight is not over." And there was another victory for religious freedom after the court ruled in favor of a Colorado graphic designer who refused to create same-sex wedding websites. Regarding the Creative 303 case, EWTN News Legal Analyst, Andrea Picciotti-Bayer, joins to discuss what the justices said in their ruling and what this could mean for religious freedom in the US. Meanwhile, a Catholic artist's new sculpture on the dangers and pain caused by human trafficking has just been blessed by the Vatican Secretary of State. EWTN Vatican Journalist Matteo Ciofi spoke with Canadian Artist Timothy Schmalz about what inspired him to create this sculpture. Finally this evening, a new movie details the true story of a former Homeland Security agent who has devoted his life to rescuing children from human traffickers. We recently sat down with the Catholic producer of "Sound of Freedom", Eduardo Verastegui, who discusses why it was important for him to tell this story and how he came to know about Tim Ballard. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, June 29, 2023

6/29/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Two major Supreme Court decisions were made today. One protects religious freedom and liberties for those in the workforce and another rejects the use of race as a factor in college admissions. While Republican presidential candidates were quick to applaud the US Supreme Court’s decision tossing out the use of affirmative action in college admissions, with one saying “picking winners and losers based on race is fundamentally wrong,” President Joe Biden went before the cameras with an entirely different take, saying “discrimination still exists in America.” President and CEO of Becket Law, Mark Rienzi, joins to tell us about the ruling in favor of the Christian postal worker and whether the Supreme Court has also strengthened religious freedom for all Americans. Meanwhile, a recent poll by NBC News finds that 55% of voters would like to see US troops at the Southern border to stop drug smugglers, and 46% of voters polled said they would support a presidential candidate that would deploy troops to the border in an effort to deal with the migrant surge. Republican Congressman Pat Fallon, joins to tell us what he makes of this poll. Finally this evening, the feast of Saints Peter and Paul is about more than their lives. It also honors their martyrdom. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, has more. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, June 28, 2023

6/28/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama is currently holding up dozens of Pentagon promotions because he says the Defense Department's abortion policy is against the law and violates the Hyde Amendment by forcing taxpayers to flip the bill for travel-related expenses. President Joe Biden responded to our question regarding the senator and abortion. Meanwhile, lawmakers on Capitol Hill are on recess right now, but reaction to President Biden's Bidenomics plan grew swift criticism from Republicans despite that. The president spoke in Chicago about his Bidenomics plan to transform the economy. The name of course is reminiscent of Reaganomics, but not exactly the same thing. Amber Athey with the Spectator joins to talk about this and what her thoughts are on this plan. And there is a push to revive Catholic education and the Catholic faith in Ireland. One school with ties to the United States is leading the charge. Cofounder of Mater Dei Academy in Ireland, Padraig Cantillon Murphy, joins to tell us about the state of the Catholic Church and Catholic education in Ireland and what he found after moving back there in 2010. Finally this evening, a new book written by Dr. Edward Sri examines the value of prayer and its relationship with God. Author and theologian, Dr. Sri, joins to tell us more about this new study and how the idea came about. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Monday, June 26, 2023

6/26/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: It was a weekend of celebration for pro-lifers, one year after the tossing out of Roe V. Wade, but for the pro-abortion White House, President Joe Biden warned in a statement, “States have imposed extreme and dangerous abortion bans…” At the recent White House Pride Month festival, 2 American flags flanked a new so-called Pride flag flying above the South Lawn. The event has prompted a new bill, the One Flag For All Act was introduced by Republican Senator Roger Marshall of Kansas. And a new NBC poll shows that 51% of Republican voters would choose Trump, which is up 5 points from April. Editorial Director at the Daily Caller, Vince Coglianese, joins to share what he makes of this. Meanwhile, Pope Francis spent part of his time with pilgrims on Sunday praying for the family of a young woman who disappeared from the Vatican 40 years ago. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, joins to remind us more about this case and the young girl's ties to the Vatican. Finally this evening, 'Catechism in a Year' with Father Mike Schmitz averages 200,000 daily downloads and YouTube viewers. Host of the 'Catechism in a Year' and 'Bible in a Year' podcasts, Fr. Mike Schmitz, joins to tell us about the podcast, what some of the highlights have been for him and he also discusses branching out into video. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Friday June 23, 2023

6/23/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Saturday marks the one year anniversary of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v Wade. On Capitol Hill, the battle over abortion couldn't be clearer, Democrats continue their push to codify abortion while most Republicans are pushing pro-life measures. President of March for Life Education and Defense Fund, Jeanne Mancini, takes us through the Dobbs decision and her thoughts on the overturning of Roe v Wade one year later. Meanwhile, the European Parliament passed a resolution earlier this week condemning the shrinking right to free speech in Hong Kong. It also asked for the dropping of all charges against Catholic pro-Democracy advocate Jimmy Lai. Jimmy Lai's son, Sebastian Lai, joins us to share how his dad is doing and how he thinks his Catholic faith is helping him during this difficult time. And 4 German bishops are blocking an attempt to provide funding for a permanent committee to implement Germany's controversial Synodal Way. EWTN Vatican Bureau Journalist, Rudolf Gehrig, joins to share what this means. Finally this evening, today is the second day of Religious Freedom Week, and Church leaders in the US have announced the winner of their "Witness to Freedom" essay contest. Recent graduate of Saint Thomas More Academy, Sofia Cornicelli, joins to tell us more about her essay and who Little Li was. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, June 22, 2023

6/22/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: On an overcast, misty morning at the White House, President Joe Biden welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a state visit, complete with pomp and circumstance. Meanwhile, Congress must pass the new 2024 budget by October first but a fight is already brewing over how much money is going to be spent. And we are inching closer to the end of this Supreme Court term. That means decision days are upon us and there are several high stakes religious liberty cases awaiting ruling. EWTN News Legal Analyst, Andrea Picciotti-Bayer, joins to discuss the 4 decisions the Supreme Court handed down today. Saturday marks the one year anniversary of the overturning of Roe v. Wade, and a new book by a pro-life advocate and former NFL player examines what comes next. Author Benjamin Watson and Vice President of Strategic Relationships with Human Coalition, a pro-life group based in Dallas, joins to share what made him write this book, what went through his mind that day and why he started his book there. Finally this evening, a rocket carrying a satellite with a tiny nanobook took off from California. It contains words of hope from Pope Francis promoting global unity in the face of the pandemic, words the Holy Father gave alone in St. Peter's Square in March 2020. Matteo Ciofi with the EWTN Vatican Bureau has more. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, June 21, 2023

6/21/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: The Biden Administration, including President Joe Biden, First Lady Jill Biden, and Vice President Kamala Harris have all been delivering remarks in support of abortion this week, and will continue doing so leading up to the anniversary of Roe v. Wade being struck down. And India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in the US for a state visit. Some lawmakers are hoping President Biden uses the visit to press him on religious persecution of Catholics and others Christians, and even Muslims, in his country. Meanwhile, China is responding to President Biden referring to its leader as a "dictator." Managing Partner of Brighton Strategy Group and Former Chief Spokesman for the National Security Council, John Ullyot, joins to share his thoughts on the remark by President Biden and the timing considering Antony Blinken's recent meeting with President Xi Jinping. The Instrumentum laboris, the working document of the Synod on Synodality was presented at the Vatican. The text will be the basis for the work of the participants of the synod in which laymen and women can also vote. EWTN Vatican Bureau Journalist, Benjamin Crockett, has more. Finally this evening, when discussing the upcoming Synod on Synodality, Vice President and Editorial Director for EWTN News, Dr. Matthew Bunson, joins to explain what exactly Pope Francis means by synodality as there seems to be a lot of confusion. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, June 20, 2023

6/20/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: President Joe Biden's second son, Hunter Biden, will plead guilty to misdemeanor tax offenses and he will be spared prosecution on a charge of illegally possessing a firearm as a drug user. Republicans on Captiol Hill remain critical of the Justice Department and the FBI. And a new report says China is in high-level talks to open a military training facility in Cuba. Senior Editor with the Epoch Times and host of the show, American Thought Leaders, Jan Jekeliek, joins to talk about this reported joint military training facility. Earlier this month, a 24 year old Catholic student in France helped stop a knife attack at a playground. The backpack hero, Henri D'Anselme, joins to discuss what he saw & why he decided to step in and try to stop it. Meanwhile, the General Secretariat of the Synod on Synodality released today the "Instrumentum laboris," the working document that will guide the two-part general assembly taking place in Rome in October 2023 & 2024. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, has more. Finally this evening, Archbishop Nikitas of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Thyateira and Great Britain is the new head of the Conference of European Churches. He joins to tell us more about his appointment as president and also about the work his organization does. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Monday, June 19, 2023

6/19/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Bishop Andrew Cozzens led a delegation for the National Eucharistic Congress to meet Pope Francis and to have the monstrance blessed that will be used at the Eucharistic Congress. Bishop Cozzens joins EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, to discuss how their meeting with the Holy Father went. Meanwhile, it's been almost a year since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade. Democrats have been trying to chip away at the ruling and are even proposing measures that go beyond the court's decision. Their latest bill seeks to codify access to birth control. And amid strained relations between the United States and China, Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with President Xi Jinping. At the Great Hall of the People in Beijing the Secretary of State shook hands with the Chinese President, as they pledged to stabilize their badly deteriorated ties. Founder and president of the Article Three Project, Mike Davis, joins to tell us what he thinks will come from the meeting and also why President Joe Biden himself didn't meet with President Xi. Finally this evening, lawmakers in California have advanced a measure that would make it illegal for a parent to speak out against their child's desire to change genders. Investigative Columnist for the Daily Signal who has been following this story, Tony Kinnett, joins to tell us more about this proposal. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Friday June 16, 2023

6/16/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Pope Francis is back at the Vatican, 8 days after his abdominal surgery. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser has more. And in the United States, millions of borrowers may learn soon whether they could receive up to $20,000 in student debt relief. It's been one year since President Joe Biden signed the bipartisan Safer Communities Act. He traveled to West Hartford, Connecticut to mark the anniversary. Meanwhile, the LA Dodgers rescinded their initial invitation to the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence following pushback from fans. Founder of DLE Agency and Achilles Public Relations, Doug Eldridge, joins to share how he thinks the Dodgers have handled the situation from a public relations standpoint. A new study examines the US states that are the most friendly and least friendly to religious non-profit organizations. Napa Legal Institute Vice President and Executive Director, Mary Margaret Beecher, joins to tell us more about the faith and freedom index. It's the final day of the USCCB Spring Assembly in Orlando, Florida. Staff writer for the National Catholic Register, Lauretta Brown, joins to share some of the highlights. Finally this evening, Catholic officials from Germany recently held a conference at the Vatican on ways to show our Catholic faith to the rest of world. EWTN Vatican Bureau Journalist Rudolf Gehrig spoke with one of the participants. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, June 15, 2023

6/15/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: A pair of Republican Senators are holding up nominations in the Justice Department and the Department of Defense. Meanwhile, as the monumental Dobbs decision nears its one year anniversary, the Biden Administration continues pushing its abortion agenda meeting with 32 legislators from several states to “safeguard access” to abortion. And a pro-life group is accusing the Attorney General of New York of intimidation and restricting freedom of speech. Senior Fellow at the National Review Institute, Kathryn Jean Lopez, joins to share what she makes of the language used from someone who is called to enforce the law equally. The USCCB held its first public day of the 2023 Spring Assembly in Orlando, Florida. VP and Editorial Director of EWTN News, Dr. Matthew Bunson, is covering the meetings and discusses what stood out the most to him from the remarks of the Papal Nuncio and the president of the USCCB. A Catholic farmer in Louisiana has faced backlash and financial losses after recently posting on Instagram about celebrating the Sacred Heart of Jesus during June instead of Pride. Ross McKnight, owner of Backwater Foie Gras Farmstead, tells us more about what he posted and why. Finally this evening, a Catholic group based in Europe is announcing the winners of its contest dedicated to St. Joseph. VP of FAFCE, Cornel Barbut, joins to tell us more about this event. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, June 14, 2023

6/14/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Warning against complacency, pro-life groups say “Planned Parenthood and Big Abortion are counting on us to be content with the end of Roe,” while the Biden Administration welcomes dozens of state lawmakers to the White House to discuss “defending reproductive rights.” Meanwhile, reaction from US lawmakers continues to come in after former US President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to 37 criminal charges. However, it is what happened outside of the courthouse, where huge crowds gathered and later in Bedminster New Jersey, that has a lot of people talking. Columnist with the Wall Street Journal, Matthew Hennessey, joins to share what he thought of the scene that played out in Florida and what he thought about what Trump had to say to his supporters at his golf club. And the US Conference of Catholic Bishops is holding its Spring plenary assembly in Orlando, Florida this week, and several items are on the agenda. Reporter for EWTN News In Depth, Mark Irons, is in Orlando covering the assembly. Finally this evening, a nearly 200 year old organization of lay Catholics dedicated to serving the poor, the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, is holding its annual meetings in Rome. The outgoing general president of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, Renato Lima de Oliveira, joins to share what was on the agenda of the meeting and also tells us about the new leader. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Monday, June 12, 2023

6/12/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: The Vatican says Pope Francis is making a strong recovery following his 3 hour surgery last week. Doctors have asked the Holy Father not to deliver his Sunday address to pilgrims. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, joins to tell us more about Pope Francis and how he is recovering. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden was supposed to welcome college athletes to the White House as well as the NATO Secretary General on Monday, but that all changed when an apparently unanticipated tooth procedure had to be scheduled. Executive Editor of Common Sense Society, Christopher Bedford, joins to talk about former President Donald Trump's federal indictment. And it's been almost a year since the US Supreme Court struck down Roe v Wade. Pro-lifers continue fighting for the unborn. A pair of Republican lawmakers are pushing a resolution acknowledging unborn babies have a right to life, and they're using a constitutional amendment to do it. Finally this evening, the birth rate in the United States has fallen to its lowest point in more than a century. Vice President of Domestic Policy at the Heritage Foundation, Roger Severino, said recently that America faces no greater long-term threat to its economic, military and cultural well-being than the low birth rates. He explains why he said this. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Friday June 9, 2023

6/9/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Former President Donald Trump says he did nothing wrong and that he will prove his innocence. All this as he has been indicted again, this time on federal charges related to his handling of classified documents. It didn't take long for lawmakers on Capitol Hill to react to the indictment news. They had plenty to say and predictably, it fell along party lines. Meanwhile, it is reported that Ukraine's spring offensive has officially started. Founder and President of Lopez Liberty LLC, Clare Lopez, joins to share what impact this will have on the country's ongoing war with Russia and whether there is any end in sight for this prolonged conflict. And a Catholic priest in Nigeria was recently freed after being kidnapped for 3 days. It was the latest in a long series of attacks in Nigeria against Christians. Bishop Wilfred Anagbe of the Makurdi Diocese in the Benue state of Nigeria, joins to tell us more about how his state has experienced some of the worst attacks from the Fulani Herdsmen and explains who they are. Finally this evening, before leaving for the hospital this week, Pope Francis addressed a group dedicated to spreading the message of the Catholic faith to the global community. Secretary General of the Pontifical Society for the Propagation of the Faith, Father Tadeusz Nowak, joins to tell us more about this general assembly and what some of the highlights were. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, June 8, 2023

6/8/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Doctors say Pope Francis is recovering well from yesterday's hernia surgery. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, has more. And President Joe Biden welcomed British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak for wide-ranging talks, including Ukraine, China, economic security and artificial intelligence. Meanwhile, attempts by House Republicans to hold FBI director Christopher Wray in contempt have been put on hold, as Wray had a change of heart and is now allowing all House Oversight Committee members to review a critical document containing unverified bribery allegations against then Vice President Biden. Religious broadcaster Pat Robertson has died at the age of 93. Host of EWTN's World Over and author of the New York Times best seller, "Mother Angelica, the Remarkable Story of a Nun, Her Nerve and a Network of Miracles," Raymond Arroyo, joins to tell us more about Mother's biography and about her relationship with Pat Robertson. The state of Oklahoma is set to open the country's first religious charter school. Executive Director of the Catholic Conference of Oklahoma, Brett Farley, joins to tell us more about how important this could be for Catholic education and what his reaction was when he saw the school had been approved. Finally this evening, today the Vatican is celebrating the feast of Corpus Christi. EWTN Vatican Journalist, Matteo Ciofi, has more. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, June 6, 2023

6/6/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: The White House National Security Council spokesman, John Kirby, addressed reporters about a major dam in southern Ukraine that collapsed, flooding villages, endangering crops and threatening drinking water supplies. And House Oversight Committee Chair, Congressman James Comer says he will begin the process to hold FBI Director Christopher Wray in contempt of Congress. Meanwhile, pilgrims continue to flock to rural Missouri amid a remarkable story about the foundress of a Benedictine Order of religious sisters. EWTN News Contributor who just returned from rural Missouri, Catherine Hadro, joins to tell us about the foundress, Sr. Wilhelmina Lancaster. Pope Francis received the Centesimus Annus Foundation on the occasion of its 30th anniversary and he thanked it for its commitment to speaking the social doctrine of the Church. Board member of Centesimus Annus in Germany, Stephanie Zu Loewenstein, joins to tell us more about their audience with Pope Francis. Finally this evening, the popular TV series "Shark Tank" allows entrepreneurs to pitch their ideas to successful business tycoons in the hopes of finding an investor. One group has borrowed this idea and given it a Catholic angle. Venture capital investor and member of the Catholic Angels Pitch Competition, Zak Slayback, joins to tell us more about the Catholic Angels Pitch Competition. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Monday, June 5, 2023

6/5/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: President Joe Biden invited 2 world leaders to the White House this week to discuss the war in Ukraine. He welcomed Denmark's Prime Minister and later this week he will meet with Britain's Prime Minister. And thousands of recent college graduates have something in common with nearly 40 million other degree holders. They took out student loans and now have to pay them off. The Democratic-led Senate passed a measure overturning the White House student debt relief plan, although a presidential veto is likely. Meanwhile, the US military has released a video of what it says was an unsafe maneuver by China's Navy in the Strait of Taiwan. Author of "The Coming Collapse of China" and "The Great US-China Tech War," Gordon Chang, joins to tell us about the Taiwan Strait and why this body of water is becoming so important. June 1st kicked off Pride Month, and while the celebration is nothing new, there is a concerning trend about the focus and target of Pride Month. Director of Programs at the Independent Women's Forum, Julie Gunlock, joins to discuss what we are seeing, especially when it comes to messages directed at children. Finally this evening, the Vatican has been shocked by 2 recent security breaches. The incidents highlight security concerns for the safety of Pope Francis. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, joins to share whether the Vatican has a security problem. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, June 1, 2023

6/1/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: The bipartisan debt ceiling deal now heads to the Senate after clearing the US House by a wide margin, with sizable Democratic support - a victory for House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. The vote was 314 to 117. Meanwhile, delivering the commencement speech to graduating cadets at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, President Joe Biden said today, “This day is a day to celebrate!” And a recent opinion piece in the Wall Street Journal sharply criticizes the Los Angeles Dodgers for its decision to honor a transgender group that openly mocks the Catholic faith. Matthew Hennessey, an opinion columnist at the Wall Street Journal, joins to share why he felt the need to write the story. A growing number of Major League Baseball players are also speaking out against the LA Dodgers. EWTN News legal analyst and director of the Conscience Project, Andrea Picciotti-Bayer, joins to discuss if a player is under contact, whether they could face legal repercussions if they voice their opinion or protest in any way. Finally this evening, following a several years-long break because of the coronavirus pandemic, the Vatican Observatory Summer School is welcoming students back this week. Astronomer and Historian with the Vatican Observatory, Chris Graney, joins to tell us more about the summer school and how it will look post-pandemic. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, May 31, 2023

5/31/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: June 1st is the official start of the Atlantic Hurricane Season and President Joe Biden met with federal agency leaders to talk about plans and preparations for “extreme weather events.” Meanwhile, the Fiscal Responsibility Act now before Congress does not include any cuts to social security, but if lawmakers don't do something soon, social security benefits would be automatically cut by 24% in about 10 years. One Louisiana Senator is making it his goal to save it before it's too late. A 9th Catholic priest has been shot and killed in Mexico in just the past 4 years. Editor in Chief of ACI Prensa, David Ramos, gives us an update on the priest murdered last week in Capacho, Mexico. And a young teenage girl in Australia recently lost her life after participating in a deadly social media trend on TikTok called chroming, when kids inhale harmful chemicals such as nail polish removers, deodorants and hairspray with the intent to get high. Executive Director at Responsibility.org, Leslie Kimball, joins to share her thoughts and what parents can do. Finally this evening, the Australian Embassy to the Holy See is hosting a series of events this week, highlighting the contributions of indigenous peoples. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, sat down with the Australian Ambassador to the Holy See, Chiara Porro, to find out more. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Monday, May 30, 2023

5/30/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Over the weekend, President Joe Biden and Speaker Kevin McCarthy agreed to raise the debt ceiling. Like all other Americans, President Biden must now wait and see what US lawmakers will do with the debt ceiling and budget deal that was just negotiated. It’s in their hands now with a vote soon to happen. Meanwhile, a judge in South Carolina has placed a temporary hold on a recently signed 6-week abortion ban. Senior Reporter at the Daily Signal, Mary Margaret Olohan, joins to share her thoughts on the judge halting the pro-life bill in South Carolina and what comes next. And Turkey's longtime president is not leaving power anytime soon. Philip Crowther, affiliate reporter with the Associated Press, has more from Turkey. Also, the Vatican released a 20 page pastoral reflection on Sunday urging the faithful to be "reflective, not reactive" on social media. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, joins to tell us more about these guidelines. Finally this evening, May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and 2 military veterans are raising their voices to reach out to former service members. One of the members of "Over, Never Out," Jason Criss Howk, also spent 23 years in the US Army and served several tours in Afghanistan, and he joins us now to share why he released this song and why outreach to our veterans and their mental health is so important to him. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly: Memorial Day Special | Monday, May 29, 2023

5/29/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: We introduce you to World War II veteran, 97-year old Stanley Maybruck, who was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. We caught up with Mr. Maybruck outside the WW II Memorial in Washington DC. One historian says every day is Memorial Day at Arlington National Cemetery. We talked to the cemetery's historian, who happens to be Catholic. Tim Frank explained how Memorial Day got its start under a different name. And, the Merchant Mariners of World War II are also receiving recognition. The group was awarded a Congressional Gold Medal. Lawmakers gathered last May for a ceremony to mark the occasion. Meanwhile, the Archbishop for Military Services is speaking out against the provision to allow abortions in certain circumstances at VA medical centers. Archbishop Timothy Broglio calls the measure "morally repugnant" and joins to discuss a letter he wrote. We then take you to the Vatican to introduce you to the Swiss Guards who promise to protect the Pope. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, shows us last year's swearing-in ceremony for the world's smallest and oldest standing army. Finally this evening, hundreds of people turned out last year for a pilgrimage in honor of an American military chaplain who lost his life during the Korean War. They followed the footsteps of Father Emil Kapaun, who died in a North Korean prison camp after an 87 mile march of his own. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Friday May 26, 2023

5/26/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: In a Telemundo interview released today, Pope Francis shares his perspective on the war in Ukraine and his meeting with Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Meanwhile, the White House ripped a new South Carolina pro-life law and former President Trump released a video about why he’s the best candidate to beat President Biden in 2024, according to poll numbers. In other news, Target has announced it is removing some of its LGBTQ+ merchandise ahead of its pride month in June due to intense backlash from some customers. Many of these products were created by a London-based transgender designer who uses occult and satanic symbols in clothing and products. Social Media influencer Oli London shares his thoughts with us. Last Year 55,000 people gathered for a Pentecost event taking place in Croatia. American actor Jim Caviezel will also be present at this year's event and will speak about his Catholic faith. Luka Radocaj, editor for the Foreign Programme at Laudato TV in Croatia, tells us what we can expect. Finally this evening, Blair Walker, Executive Director of the Atlanta Interfaith Chaplaincy explains that a particular chapel in the international terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson airport (ALT) has something special that the others don’t, an adoration chapel. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, May 25, 2023

5/25/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: The US could default on its debt in only one week, unless President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy can strike a deal. Both Republicans and Democrats continue to blame each other for the potential economic crisis. President Biden also introduced the Air Force general he wants to become the next Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. And a new report says Ukraine is close to running out of money amid the war with Russia, and neighboring Poland is asking countries to give more aid. Poland's Consul General in New York, Adrian Kubicki, joins to share why Poland is pushing so hard to find additional funding for Ukraine. Meanwhile, Cardinal Sean O'Malley, appointed a leader in the Vatican's efforts to fight clergy abuse, is among those named in a new lawsuit in Boston. And the Vatican has released the theme for the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation in September. The theme is "let justice and peace flow." Executive Director of the Laudato Si Movement, Tomas Insua, joins to tell us some of the highlights from the news conference today. Finally this evening, when the Benedictine Sisters of Mary, Queen of Apostles, exhumed the body of their foundress earlier this month, they discovered the unexpected. Executive Director of EWTN's ACI group, who has been following the story from the beginning, Kelsey Wicks, joins to share more about who Sr. Wilhemina Lancaster is. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, May 23, 2023

5/23/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: As the White House and Republicans continue to clash over the nation’s debt limit, and as Americans wait to see how the never-ending debt ceiling drama plays out, the Bipartisan Policy Center warns “the situation could deteriorate quickly and be hard to reverse….” House Speaker Kevin McCarthy denies the need for a tax increase. He thinks America just needs to spend less. The top representative spoke to Capitol Hill reporters shortly after his meeting with President Joe Biden. And a Washington DC think tank has launched an initiative to support the pro-life efforts of Senator Tommy Tuberville. The Vice President for Domestic Policy at the Heritage Foundation, Roger Severino, joins to share why they started this petition to support Senator Tuberville and what the response has been. Meanwhile, Pope Francis has entrusted Cardinal Matteo Zuppi with a peace mission for Ukraine. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, joins to tell us more about this mission. Finally this evening, reaction continues to pour in after a baby in the United Kingdom was born earlier this month with the DNA of 3 people. According to Catholic Church teaching, the method of In vitro fertilization is considered immoral. Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Expert with the Catholic Medical Association, Dr. Laura Rubal, joins to explain more about IVF and why the Catholic Church considers it immoral. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Monday, May 22, 2023

5/22/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: With the U.S. getting closer to being unable to meet its financial obligations, President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy were set to meet at the White House today. And, there was a big announcement on the campaign trail. Editorial Director at the Daily Caller, Vince Coglianese, joins to share what he makes of the decision by Tim Scott to enter the race for the White House in 2024. Meanwhile, the Biden Administration is taking its fight for abortion access to children in elementary schools. The Education Department wants to use US taxpayer dollars to create partnerships between schools and abortion businesses like Planned Parenthood. And Republican Congressman Chris Smith from New Jersey has said he wants to revoke trade privileges with China over its horrible human rights record. He tells us more about this proposal and whether it has gained any support so far. Experts recently gathered at the Vatican to discuss how a Church document on married life, remains relevant more than 50 years after it was written. The 2 day event examined Humanae vitae. Professor Pia De Solenni, joins to tell us more about this event, who attended and what some of the highlights were. Finally this evening, there have been Eucharistic processions in several US cities as part of the National Eucharistic Revival. EWTN Pro-Life Weekly's Prudence Robertson has more. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Friday May 19, 2023

5/19/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: As the war in Ukraine grinds on with no immediate end to the horrific bloodshed in sight, President Joe Biden has just given the ok for plans to train Ukrainian pilots on U.S.-made F-16 fighter jets. A man was arrested on Thursday after forcing entry into Vatican City. The incident happened at the Santa Anna gate after 8pm. Meanwhile, the growing mental-health crisis facing America's teenagers is motivating a group of senators, 2 progressive Democrats and a pair of conservative Republicans, to join forces and take on Big Tech. A new study says most American corporations receive failing grades when it comes to religious freedom and free speech. Senior Vice President for Corporate Engagement at Alliance Defending Freedom, Jeremy Tedesco, joins to tell us about a legal settlement and the victory ADF is celebrating for pro-lifers in California. A Catholic religious order dedicated to missionary work around the world has elected a new leader. Superior General of the Company of Mary, Fr. Yoseph Putra Dwi Darma WATUN, joins to tell us more about this general chapter and its election. Finally this evening, Most Catholic parishes will celebrate the Ascension of Our Lord on Sunday. Associate Professor of Practice in Catechetics at the Catholic University of America and author of "The Beauty of Faith," Jem Sullivan, joins to share what the Church invites us to celebrate this coming Ascension Sunday. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, May 18, 2023

5/18/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: President Joe Biden is facing a debt ceiling debate at home and tricky issues overseas. He arrived in Japan to prepare for the G7 Summit. Meanwhile, a high stakes battle is taking place in a federal appeals court, the issue is whether the widely used abortion pill, mifepristone, should remain on the market after challenges to its FDA approval dating back more than 20 years. The case will likely be headed to the US Supreme Court. And lawmakers on Capitol Hill recently held a hearing to revisit the implications of the FACE Act. Senior Counsel for First Liberty Institute, Jeremy Dys, joins to tell us why he felt compelled to give testimony on this and some of the things he highlighted in his remarks. Portugal's president has signed a measure to decriminalize assisted suicide, after lawmakers overrode all 4 of his attempts to veto it. Executive Director of the Euthanasia Prevention Coalition, Alex Schadenberg, joins to share what is happening and why there is a huge push for assisted suicide in the country where 80% of the population is Catholic. Finally this evening, the first Congress of Perpetual Adoration in Poland brought together faith leaders and experts on Eucharistic miracles. Regional Manager of EWTN in Central and Eastern Europe, Iwo Bender, joins to tell us a little more about this event, why it was put together and what the reaction has been. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, May 17, 2023

5/17/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: The White House says a new North Carolina abortion ban "will harm patients and threaten doctors." The president and vice president both side with pro-abortion groups including one that held a big event last night in Washington DC. Congress and the White House are racing against the clock to find a path avoiding default on the nation's debt. The mood on Capitol Hill is hopeful, Congressional leaders say they want to reach a framework agreement by the end of the week. And a report in The Washington Examiner says the Los Angeles Dodgers will honor a transgender group that uses Catholic imagery in sexualized contexts. Executive Editor of the upcoming journal at Common Sense Society, Christopher Bedford, joins to share what his take is on this decision by the Dodgers and what it signals. Meanwhile, the 22nd General Assembly of Caritas Internationalis took place in Rome to elect new leadership. New Secretary General at Caritas Internationalis, Alistair Dutton, joins to tell us more about the general assembly and what issues they focused on in addition to the elections. Finally this evening, Teddy Howell is 9 and the third grader is the host of the podcast, "The Kids' Bible in a Year with Teddy." The podcast is based on the wildly popular "The Bible in a Year" with Father Mike Schmitz. Young podcaster Teddy Howell and his father Sean join to discuss the podcast and how it came about. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, May 16, 2023

5/16/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: A House Judiciary Subcommittee is holding a hearing revisiting the implications of the FACE Act, which ensures Americans' access to pro-life and pro-abortion health services. And, President Joe Biden once again invited top Congressional leaders to the White House, to try to reach an agreement before the nation runs out of time to meet its financial obligations. Meanwhile, Pope Francis issued a new fundamental law of Vatican City State, replacing that of the year 2000. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, joins to tell us more about this new law. May is National Foster Care Month and a new study claims some in the foster care community are being housed in inappropriate places. One of the authors of the study and president and executive director of Lifeline Children's Services, Herbie Newell, joins to share what some of the findings that stood out are. And we share part 2 of the interview with Archbishop Bashar Matta Warda, CSsR, the Chaldean Catholic Archbishop of Erbil, Iraq, who has been very outspoken about religious persecution in the Middle East, specifically Iraq. Finally this evening, a new exhibit in the nation's capitol is drawing heavily from the Vatican libraries. The Museum of the Bibles is hosting "A Journey of Faith: the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome." Officer with the Museum of the Bible, Jeff Kloha, joins to tell us more about this incredible exhibit. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Monday, May 15, 2023

5/15/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Pope Francis met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for the first time since the war broke out in Ukraine. Archbishop Borys Gudziak from the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia, joins to discuss the significance of their meeting. The Biden Administration released its annual International Religious Freedom Report. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken says it provides a comprehensive review of the state of religious freedom in countries across the globe, including Nicaragua. Biden Administration officials also say things have slowed down considerably along the US Southern Border after Title 42 ended last week. And a new report says Planned Parenthood has unveiled a so-called judicial reform package. The abortion business is seeking to impose term limits on Supreme Court justices. Founder and president of the Article 3 Project and former law clerk for Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch, Mike Davis, joins to tell us about Planned Parenthood's call for court packing and term limits for Supreme Court justices in its latest judicial reform package. Finally this evening, Archbishop Bashar Matta Warda, CSsR, the Chaldean Catholic Archbishop of Erbil, Iraq, has been very outspoken about religious persecution in the Middle East. He tells us what it is like to be a Christian in the Middle East. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Friday May 12, 2023

5/12/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Title 42 ended at midnight last night, but tens of thousands still remain along the US-Mexico border. Former Chief of the United States Border Patrol and Senior Fellow at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, Rodney Scott, joins to share what he has seen in the first 24 hours since Title 42 was lifted. Meanwhile, Republican Tommy Tuberville says he will continue to fight for the unborn. The Alabama Senator is not confirming the Department of Defense's nominations until the Pentagon changes its expanded abortion policies. And pro-lifers in Maine held a recent rally against a measure that would give the state one of the least-restrictive abortion laws in the nation. Lawmakers are debating a measure that pro-lifers say would make it legal to perform an abortion up until the moment of birth. Pastor of Holy Savior in Rumford, Maine, Fr. Aaron Damboise, and Life Program Director for the Holy Family Council of the Knights of Columbus in Lewiston, Maine, Gordon Davis, join to tell us about the pro-life response. Finally this evening, the Vatican Museums have unveiled a new exhibit of artifacts dedicated to a figure from Ancient Egypt. The Charm of Sekhmet is the continuation of a project that began in 2017. Curator of the Vatican Museums' Department of Egyptian and Near Eastern Antiquities, Alessia Amenta, joins to tell us a little more about this project and why these statues are so important. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn EWTN News Nightly | EWTN Anchored by Tracy Sabol, EWTN News Nightly is our daily news and analysis program presenting breaking Catholic News worldwide, top stories, and daily reports from the White House, Capitol Hill, and Rome. Weekdays at 6 & 9 PM EST. ewtn.com

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, May 11, 2023

5/11/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: With the end of Title 42 just hours away, the surge of migrants attempting to cross the Southern Border illegally is breaking records. Former President Donald Trump says he is against the end of Title 42 and thinks it will lead to 15 million migrants entering the country. Managing Partner of Brighton Strategy Group, John Ullyot, joins to share his thoughts on the end of Title 42 and what he thinks comes next. Meanwhile, a former lawmaker in Mexico was recently convicted of a crime for writing social media posts that push back against the transgender movement. The case involves Rodrigo Ivan Cortes, a pro-life civil leader. Director of Advocacy in Latin America and the Caribbean for ADF International, Tomas Henriquez, is defending Rodrigo Cortes and joins to share where things stand now with his client's case. And there are new developments on the fighting between Israel and Palestine. Managing Director of the Coalition for Jewish Values, Rabbi Yaakov Menken, joins to talk about what we are seeing play out in the Gaza strip right now. Finally this evening, a centuries-old group associated with both the Vatican and the Holy Land held an event to raise awareness of Jerusalem as a place of encounter. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser spoke with the head of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre, Cardinal Fernando Filoni. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, May 10, 2023

5/10/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: There are new developments in the House investigation into President Joe Biden's family, and a suspected "influence peddling and business scheme" involving foreign nationals from China. And President Biden discussed the debt ceiling during a speech in New York today, as Republican lawmakers and the president are running out of time to come to an agreement on resolving the critical matter. Meanwhile, the Centers for Disease Control says drug overdose deaths in the United States have been on the rise for the past 2 decades. The most recent report offers some startling revelations. President and CEO of Adult and Teen Challenge, a Christian group focused on addiction and recovery, Gary Blackard, joins to tell us about the addiction epidemic in the US, how it started and where things stand now. And the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom released its annual report last week detailing the increase of religious violations around the world. President of Global Liberty Alliance, Jason Poblete, joins to share whether it surprises him to see countries like Nicaragua, Cuba and Nigeria on the list of countries of concern. Finally this evening, the Holy Year 2025 is approaching and preparations are well underway. A press conference at the Vatican outlined the program and the main new features of the event. EWTN Vatican Bureau Journalist, Benjamin Crockett has more. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, May 9, 2023

5/9/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Just after the financial markets closed today, President Joe Biden was scheduled to sit down at the White House and talk to top lawmakers about increasing the nation’s 31 trillion dollar debt ceiling. Meanwhile, migrant encounters at the Southern Border are expected to jump dramatically after Title 42 goes away on Thursday. A recent New York Times report claims the Biden Administration has lost track of thousands of unaccompanied minors now living in the US. And the governor of North Dakota banned the use of transgender pronouns in government and school institutions. Director of the DeVos Center for Life, Religion and Family and the William E. Simon Senior Research Fellow, Jay Richards, joins to share his thoughts on this new law. An organization of pro-life doctors has been the target of a weeks-long malicious cyber attack. The attacks began in late April. Executive Director of the pro-life American College of Pediatricians, Doctor Jill Simons, joins to tell us more about these attacks and the timing of them. Finally this evening, a global group of religious sisters say they are grateful to Pope Francis for his recent announcement that women will have a vote in the upcoming Synod of Bishops. President of the International Union of Superiors General, Sister Nadia Coppa, joins to share her reaction to the news and what she thinks it means for the Church. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Monday, May 8, 2023

5/8/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Thousands of migrants continue to gather along the Southern Border, as Title 42 ends Thursday. Republicans say the surge will overwhelm law enforcement. The Biden Administration says it is ready. With Title 42 coming to an end, and the ongoing, intense debt ceiling debate still unresolved, it’s shaping up to be a very critical week for the White House and US lawmakers watching the proverbial clock ticking on key issues and proposals. And a new poll finds more than 6 in 10 Americans believe President Joe Biden does not have the mental sharpness nor the physical health to serve effectively as president. Director of the Center for Progress and Innovation at the Independent Women's Forum, Julie Gunlock, joins to tell us what she thinks this all signals. Meanwhile, a new report from the United Nations says Afghanistan's Taliban rulers are carrying out public executions, stonings and other types of punishments. The CEO of the Christian non-profit Biglife, John Heerema, joins to tell us about this report from the United Nations and whether it mentioned the Christian families who are receiving death threats. Finally this evening, preparations continue for the first session of the Synod of Bishops in October in Rome. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, spoke to Cardinal Mario Grech, the Synod's Secretary General to discuss how the synod is progressing. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Friday May 5, 2023

5/5/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Lawmakers have passed a pro-life law in North Carolina that Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America says will “protect unborn babies from late-term abortions” and provide millions of dollars in support for children. And Democrats are ratcheting up calls for Supreme Court ethics reform. Republicans accuse Democrats of being bitter over recent High Court rulings. Meanwhile, a new report says the test scores for 8th graders in the United States in both US History and Civics are on the decline. Spokesperson for the Defense of Freedom Institute and former Press Secretary for the US Department of Education, Angela Morabito, joins to take us inside these numbers, how they are compiled and how concerning this is. Pope Francis will send a representative to the coronation on Saturday of King Charles III in England. Rome Correspondent for the National Catholic Register, Edward Pentin, is in England for the coronation. He joins to discuss how significant it is that Cardinal Nichols will give a formal blessing and what it might signal for future Catholic-Anglican relations. Finally this evening, EWTN Ireland presented its latest film in Rome. The "Faith of Our Fathers" is the title of the movie that tells the story of a Catholic priest hiding in fear of the Austere laws of the penal times in Ireland. Director of EWTN Ireland, Aidan Gallagher, joins to tell us more about this film. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, May 4, 2023

5/4/2023

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: New details have surfaced about the House Oversight Committee's investigation into the Biden family business and possible links to China. The GOP led committee, headed by Kentucky Congressman James Comer, has now released some of the financial evidence they have uncovered from the US Treasury Department. And with June 1st, 2023 moving in fast, President Joe Biden and top congressional leaders will meet in the coming days to try to forge an agreement on how to spend the nation’s money moving forward. Meanwhile, Planned Parenthood received more taxpayer money last year than any time in its history. President of Pro-Life Human Coalition, Jeff Bradford, joins to take us through this annual report from Planned Parenthood and what stood out the most. It is less than 3 months until World Youth Day, and Pope Francis says he hopes participants use the event as a chance to become more hopeful. EWTN News Vatican Correspondent, Colm Flynn, joins to tell us what he has been hearing from the people of Lisbon all week. Finally this evening, toy company Mattel recently revealed its first Barbie doll representing a person with down syndrome. The toy company worked with the National Down Syndrome Society. Lejeune Fellow at the Word on Fire Institute, Mark Bradford, joins to share what his reaction was when he first heard that Mattel planned to make the Barbie doll. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

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