Fortis News with Jimmy Hicks

• Hurricane Helene caused $53 billion in damage in North Carolina alone, with 96 deaths and 126,000 damaged homes • New York schools are offering "mental health days" for students stressed by democratic processes • HHS officials are consulting with activists regarding potential CPS intervention in cases of "transphobia" • NY Governor Hochul characterized Republican voters as "anti-American" • Boeing is dismantling its DEI department to focus on core competencies and safety • Canadian business owners won approval for a class-action lawsuit against Alberta's government over COVID lockdowns • TGI Fridays has filed for bankruptcy amid broader restaurant industry struggles • A Christian man in Pakistan was released on bail after being jailed on blasphemy charges ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• NYC legalizes jaywalking despite 200 pedestrian deaths in five years, citing racial concerns • Taliban issues new restriction banning women from hearing other women's voices in public • NY Times publishes essay arguing against concept of "positive masculinity" • New Brunswick elects Liberal government promising to remove parental consent requirements for student gender identity changes • Beverly Tillery fired from Anti-Violence Project, files discrimination lawsuit • Harvard applies Christian monastic practices to study Taylor Swift lyrics • Male applicant sues Hooters for gender discrimination • Lost runner Robert Schock rescued after surviving month in Washington wilderness ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• Thomas More Society releases "decoder" document warning Missouri's Amendment 3 could override parental rights and expand beyond abortion • VP Kamala Harris repeatedly avoids specifying abortion restrictions in CBS interview • British Health Secretary meets with Darlington nurses, supporting biological sex-based spaces after 48,000 sign petition • Neiman Marcus removes "Christmas" from annual catalog, rebranding as "Holiday Book" • Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby faces resignation calls after endorsing same-sex relationships, prompting formation of "parallel province" • Gallup poll reveals 84% of Americans support voter ID requirements • Los Angeles teenager Ivonne prevents kidnapping attempt by confronting suspect, leading to arrest ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• The View's Whoopi Goldberg claimed Trump would break up interracial marriages to deport non-white spouses if reelected • University of Nevada Reno women's volleyball team and four other schools refused to compete against a team with a male player, led by captain Sia Liilii • California withdrew enforcement of its censorship law against The Babylon Bee after First Amendment concerns • UK fertility rates hit historic low of 1.44 children per woman, with over 10 million abortions since 1967 • Cincinnati Judge Christian Jenkins ruled Ohio's 2019 heartbeat law unenforceable following abortion amendment • MSNBC's Nicolle Wallace declared next week's election "literally life and death for every woman in America" • Open Doors reported escalating persecution of Nigerian Christians, including video showing execution of four "infidels" • EveryLife donated over 1 million diapers and 1.3 million wipes to hurricane-affected families in Florida ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• 50 Liberal MPs have signed a petition calling for Justin Trudeau's resignation following byelection losses and controversial Foreign Interference Inquiry testimony • Four Texas school employees suspended for allegedly administering sleep-aid patches to preschoolers at Northgate Elementary School • Planned Parenthood now offers cross-sex hormones at 450 locations, with 40,000 patients treated last year, offering same-day prescriptions without mental health evaluations • UN report documents 900 medals lost by female athletes to transgender competitors across 29 sports, including cases of serious injuries • Dr. Johanna Olson-Kennedy's taxpayer-funded study on puberty blockers remains unpublished after finding they "did not lead to mental health improvements" • Ugandan Pastor Weere Mukisa, his wife, and two daughters were burned alive by extremists after converting three Muslims to Christianity • Walmart and Aldi announce inflation-free Thanksgiving meals, with Walmart feeding eight for under $7 each and Aldi offering a meal for 10 under $47 ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• A Berklee College student canceled his presentation about avoiding gender transition after receiving threats and hostile comments • Chicago Public Schools received federal funding for LGBT and climate programs despite low academic performance (82% math deficiency, 74% reading deficiency) • Democrats launched a $2M ad campaign warning about potential Republican restrictions on pornography • NYC is considering mandatory paid time off for employees with sick pets • Virginia Governor contests federal order to restore 1,500 non-citizens to voter rolls before election • Human rights organizations advocate for Pakistan's Commonwealth suspension over blasphemy laws • Michigan middle school girls raised safety concerns about biological males in bathrooms, met with dismissal from school board • 2.1 million Christians gathered in Seoul, South Korea to support traditional marriage and family values ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• British veteran fined approximately $12,000 for silent prayer near abortion clinic, spending just three minutes in reflection • Dutch court allows vaccine injury case against Bill Gates to proceed, rejecting his jurisdictional defense • Prairie Valley School Division defends policy allowing gender-confused males in female locker rooms • Biden administration implements new rule restricting law enforcement access to medical data for abortion law enforcement • Study shows 75% of Christian men struggle with pornography consumption, with 80% lacking support systems • Melbourne's Methodist Ladies College orders student to remove cross necklace citing potential offense • FDA recalls 7,100+ bottles of Duloxetine antidepressant due to cancer-causing chemical contamination • Pakistani Christian woman granted bail in blasphemy case but must remain in hiding for safety ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• Colorado Governor signs law prohibiting healthcare workers from offering abortion pill reversal treatment, despite claiming to want abortion "minimized" • Barrhead, Alberta to vote on bylaw removing Pride flags and specialized crosswalks from town property • Mother of female swimmer who competed against Lia Thomas breaks silence about impact on women's sports • Poll shows majority of Christians feel unprepared to engage in cultural conversations despite believing Scripture speaks to modern issues • Ontario coroner reveals multiple cases of individuals seeking euthanasia due to isolation and fear of homelessness • Survey indicates strong public support for equal company benefits for adoption and childbirth when abortion-related travel is covered • Trans-identifying tennis coach in Gettysburg resigns after explicit drug-related videos emerge • Florida voters to decide on Amendment 4 regarding abortion limits, similar to Michigan's previous amendment ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• Christian convert Mohammad Abdul faced third attack this year for hosting prayer meetings. • 60 congressmen pushing pro-life legislation, including mandatory heartbeat listening requirement in Columbia. • New film "Average Joe" depicts Coach Joseph Kennedy's Supreme Court victory over prayer-related dismissal. • Barna study reveals majority of practicing Christians, including pastors, admit to viewing pornography. • UMC is experiencing historic low in young clergy while over 7,500 congregations leave denomination. • Medical organizations file amicus brief supporting Tennessee's ban on childhood gender transitions. • Bishop Brady High School joins others in refusing to compete against teams with biological male players. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• Colorado baker Jack Phillips wins dismissal of latest case after 12-year legal battle over conscience rights • Growing wave of detransitioner lawsuits emerging from young people claiming they were rushed into medical procedures • Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announces plans to protect female student privacy in school facilities • British Columbia Conservative leader John Rustad opposes explicit materials in school libraries • Fulani herdsmen kill seven Christians in targeted attack in Nigeria • Minnesota funding "no-parents-allowed wilderness excursions" for children to discuss "queerness" with transgender adults • Chick-fil-A expanding to United Kingdom, including charitable Shared Table program ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• Harvard faces $151 million reduction in endowment due to donor response to anti-Semitism handling • British veteran Adam Smith-Connor fined $12,000 for silent prayer near abortion clinic • Canadian euthanasia program expanding to consider conditions like homelessness and obesity • MSNBC's Joy Reid characterizes pro-life Christian families as "fascists" • Missouri pastor Rev. Shumway campaigns on platform combining Christianity with trans rights advocacy • University of Nottingham adds trigger warnings to medieval literature containing Christian expressions • Chinese developments: Church leader granted bail for Bible printing; Christian school founder arrested ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• A UK court rules calling a man "bald" is now considered sexual harassment. • Canada’s assisted suicide program has led to 45,000 deaths since 2016. • Walgreens is closing 1,200 stores over the next three years, leaving many without jobs. • Marvel introduces a non-binary, two-spirit Native American Hawkeye, emphasizing identity politics. • An asylum seeker in Austria claims homosexuality to fast-track his application, despite being married with children. • A study shows practicing Christians report higher levels of human flourishing than non-religious people. • Cru ministry is removing its Compassionate and Faithful curriculum amid controversy over LGBTQ issues. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• Harris-Walz campaign uses Doug Emhoff to promote 'new masculinity' and abortion rights to male voters • Victoria, Australia proposes strict hate speech laws that could result in up to 5 years imprisonment for 'inciting hatred or severe ridicule' • Kamala Harris announces 'Opportunity Agenda for Black Men' offering $20,000 loans and marijuana legalization • Viral video shows young women declaring themselves 'non-binary' to break free from societal expectations • University of Nevada, Reno faces criticism for not supporting its women's volleyball team's refusal to play against a team with a transgender athlete • Poland citizens push for a bill to protect children from online pornography exposure ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• 24% of Evangelicals who believe skipping church is sinful rarely attend church themselves. • The Satanic Temple opened a second telehealth abortion facility, calling it part of their 'destruction ritual'. • CBS hired a 'mental health expert and DEI strategist' after employees were upset by tough questions in an interview with Ta-Nehisi Coates about the Israel-Gaza conflict. • A fifth women's volleyball team forfeited a game rather than play against a transgender athlete, citing fairness and safety concerns. • A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit from a father who wanted 'straight pride' flags displayed alongside LGBT flags in schools. • A viral video shows an unborn baby smiling at the sound of her dad's voice during a 32-week ultrasound. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• The Atlantic published an article fact-checking Democrat claims about third-trimester abortions, revealing 137 late-term abortions occurred in Colorado in 2023. • The Department of Justice is suing police and fire departments, claiming it's discriminatory to require basic math skills for employment. • A CNN Republican commentator suggested the Democratic Party is perceived as prioritizing transgender issues over concerns of traditional male voters. • The Supreme Court declined to intervene in an Alabama case involving the destruction of frozen embryos at an IVF facility, allowing a wrongful death suit to proceed. • A database revealed nearly 14,000 children underwent sex change procedures across the country from 2019 to 2023, costing $119 million. • In Wyoming, a radiologist named Eric Cubin is fighting to rejoin the state's Board of Medicine after being removed for opposing gender transition procedures for minors. • In Tennessee, rescue crews found a dog named Athena trapped in a tree after being swept away by floodwaters during Hurricane Helene, and reunited her with her family. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• A church safety-team member in Texas was arrested for fabricating a story about 'jihadist' shooters. • The Supreme Court will hear arguments over Tennessee's ban on gender transition procedures for minors. • A federal judge in Oregon is forcing Oregon Right to Life to pay for health insurance covering abortions. • California teachers were caught pushing anti-Israel views in classrooms after the Hamas attack. • A couple in Georgia can't sue Uber due to their daughter waiving their trial rights while ordering pizza. • The prime minister of Georgia (country) signed a bill banning LGBT propaganda and 'pride' events. • A female passenger with no flight experience safely landed a twin-engine aircraft after the pilot's cardiac arrest. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• The Supreme Court rejected the Biden administration's attempt to force Texas doctors to perform "emergency" abortions, leaving in place a lower court ruling that blocks federal guidance on the matter. • The Department of Agriculture is paying $50,000 to encourage LGBT teens to go on wilderness conservation trips through the Northwest Youth Corps in Oregon. • Hillary Clinton expressed concern about the government losing control of speech on social media, calling for more "moderation and monitoring." • The Michigan Supreme Court ruled that parents cannot request certain school curricula under public records laws. • Alberta Premier Danielle Smith confirmed plans to introduce a bill banning men from competing in women's sports. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• A family group plans to protest an all-ages 'witch pride' event at a store run by a self-described 'blood-oathed Priestess' of witchcraft in Fort Worth, Texas. • Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing Austin for allocating $400,000 to fund out-of-state travel expenses for abortions. • The Minnesota Vikings face criticism for a post warning about Islamophobia on the anniversary of the Hamas attack against Israel. • Democrats in Congress claim public schools are racist, pushing for an overhaul of school discipline to address racial disparities in suspensions. • Georgia's Supreme Court reinstated the state's 'Heartbeat Bill,' protecting unborn babies at around six weeks of pregnancy. • A good Samaritan in Archer County, Texas, saved a woman trapped in her sinking car after it plunged into a canal. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• Home Depot ended partnership with LGBTQ organization Human Rights Campaign, which taught gender theory to young children. • CatholicVote launched ad campaign targeting VP Kamala Harris over support for transgender surgeries on minors. • New Jersey parents sued school district for banning them after wearing 'XX' wristbands to protest transgender athlete. • Florida report shows over 95% of abortions are elective, with 71% of 84,052 reported abortions in 2023 listed as such. • FEMA's Director of Education/Training expressed concern about faith-based shelters potentially misgendering migrants during emergencies. • Hundreds in Rutherford County, North Carolina were baptized in a lake following Hurricane Helene's devastation. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• Toyota narrows focus of diversity initiatives to STEM education and workforce readiness, moving away from broader DEI efforts. • Black Lives Matter fund exposed as fraud; Biden DOJ sentences Sir Maejor Page to 42 months for defrauding donors of over $450,000. • Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro used public funds to train liberal social media influencers on voter engagement, dubbed "Democracy Summer Camp". • Florida court allows Governor Ron DeSantis and state health agency to speak about Amendment 4 (abortion amendment), rejecting ACLU's attempt to silence them. • Washington Commanders attempt to portray NFL legend Vince Lombardi as an LGBTQ+ ally, seen as an effort to gain "woke points". • New Jersey man faces charges for calling 911 over someone lighting a scented candle, mistaking it for a criminal offense. • Chick-fil-A workers in New Jersey save a 6-year-old girl by identifying a drunk driver in their drive-thru and stalling until police arrived. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• Several states are voting on marijuana legalization, with THC levels now reaching up to 95% in some products. • A lead psychologist at Tavistock hospital trust pled guilty to grooming a schoolboy but is still allowed to practice. • A California school district's "social justice academy" is teaching elementary kids about "whiteness" and transgender ideology. • A Virginia school board paid nearly $600,000 to a teacher fired for not using transgender pronouns. • Only 35% of Evangelicals feel ready to share biblical truths, according to a new poll. • An Ohio school district dropped an off-campus Bible lesson program for students. • U.S. Pastor David Lin returned home after 17 years of wrongful detention in China. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• Dockworkers suspended their strike until January after reaching a tentative agreement on wage increases. • A study found transgender and gender-fluid individuals are up to three times more likely to be diagnosed with depression and anxiety. • Melania Trump expressed support for abortion rights in her upcoming memoir. • Colorado agreed to pay over $1.5 million in legal fees to a web designer who refused to create a website for a same-sex couple. • A Lutheran pastor claiming to be transgender stated the Bible wasn't written for 2024 and that God created "everyone else as well" beyond male and female. • A federal judge blocked California's new "deepfake" law, citing First Amendment concerns. • Four colleges forfeited volleyball matchups against San Jose State over a transgender player. • Colorado high school student Chase Windebank won a religious freedom battle after being punished for praying on campus, leading to new measures protecting religious freedom nationwide. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• A federal judge ruled that the University of Maryland must allow a pro-Palestinian group to hold a rally on the anniversary of Hamas' terrorist attack on Israel. • California Governor Newsom signed a bill allowing citizens to use cannabis in designated "cannabis cafes." • Arkansas is suing YouTube, claiming the platform is fueling a mental health crisis among youth. • A federal judge blocked New York from censoring pro-life statements about abortion pill reversal. • A report by International Christian Concern linked government corruption to Christian persecution in 21 countries. • A coffee shop owner at Boise State University was awarded $4 million after being bullied off campus for pro-police views. • California parents are suing Governor Newsom over a bill forcing schools to hide children's transgender identities. • In South Carolina, a father walked 30 miles through hurricane debris to attend his daughter's wedding. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• A Georgia judge struck down the state's six-week abortion ban, calling it "arbitrary" and allowing abortions up to about 22 weeks of pregnancy. • A group of detransitioners were expelled from the American Academy of Pediatrics conference in Orlando. • A state-funded food pantry in Minneapolis was forced to relocate after allegedly refusing to serve white people. • A video surfaced showing a drag queen throwing money at a young girl during a "family-friendly" event. • Homeschooling continues to increase across the US even after the pandemic. • Prime Minister Trudeau pledged $200 million to promote abortion and sex education in Africa. • Yasser, a Christian convert in Iran, was released from prison after nearly five years. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• The Biden administration launched a "White Dudes for Harris" campaign, attempting to appeal to white men by addressing racial stereotypes in a clumsy manner. • The editor-in-chief of Mother Jones had an emotional outburst on a flight after being wished a "blessed night" by a flight attendant, viewing it as a sign of Christian nationalism. • A California school district is being sued for ignoring sexual abuse allegations against a teacher, Scott Waln, who was convicted of molesting minors. • Alabama became the 14th state to block access to PornHub, citing the need for age verification to protect minors from pornography. • Pro-life volunteers in South Dakota face harassment and intimidation while opposing an extreme abortion amendment that would allow late-term abortions for broadly defined health risks. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. CLICK HERE TO GET STARTED. If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• John Kerry suggested at a World Economic Forum event that winning more votes could allow Democrats to implement changes to address "disinformation," potentially impacting free speech. • Author Fran Lebowitz proposed that President Biden should dissolve the Supreme Court. • Boise State women's volleyball team forfeited a match against San Jose State due to the presence of a biological male on the women's team. • A school bus aide in Spotsylvania, Virginia, was charged with multiple counts of sexual assault against disabled 4- and 5-year-olds. • Grandmother Heather Idoni was sentenced to eight months in prison for participating in a peaceful pro-life protest outside an abortion facility in Nashville. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. CLICK HERE TO GET STARTED. If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• Nearly half of Gen Z respondents wish social media platforms had never been invented, despite heavy usage. • A poll shows that only 14% of Americans view either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris as "extremely" or "very" Christian. • A watchdog group is suing for records of Rachel Levine's communications about gender transition procedures for minors. • CNN aired a segment portraying Haitian migrants working in Springfield, Ohio positively, raising questions about media bias. • Toronto's first black female police superintendent pleaded guilty to misconduct for leaking exam answers to black officers. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. CLICK HERE TO GET STARTED. If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• A federal judge ordered Indiana to provide transgender surgery to an inmate convicted of killing an infant. • Washington state now requires physicians to complete "health equity" training to maintain medical licenses. • Several people in Switzerland were arrested for assisting in a suicide using an unapproved "suicide pod." • Canada Post suspended two mail carriers for refusing to deliver pro-life postcards. • A Michigan couple sued their daughter's school for secretly "socially transitioning" her without their knowledge. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. CLICK HERE TO GET STARTED. If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• A Durham Public School librarian wore "Gender Queer" earrings and promoted banned books during "Banned Books Week," sparking controversy over age-appropriate materials in schools. • Facebook's algorithms mistakenly associated "Texan" with injectable drugs, restricting a homeschool advocacy group's page and redirecting followers to drug rehab resources. • Climate activists claim we only have five years left to address climate change, echoing similar apocalyptic predictions made over past decades. • Paramount Global initiated a second round of layoffs, affecting 2,000 U.S.-based employees, primarily in the streaming division, as part of a $500 million cost-reduction effort. • The U.S. Army removed the requirement to consider diversity in selecting high-level non-commissioned officers, shifting focus from "People First" to combat preparedness. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. CLICK HERE TO GET STARTED. If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• Trafalgar Square in London unveiled a new sculpture inspired by Aztec skull racks, replacing tributes to Christian missionaries. • Delaware Governor John Carney vetoed a bill that would have legalized assisted suicide, citing moral opposition. • A female "pastor" reinterpreted the Gospel to support abortion, claiming Jesus would escort women to abortion clinics. • Chicago public schools reportedly instructed teachers to give passing grades to migrant students regardless of performance or English proficiency. • Sweet Briar College in Virginia announced it will only accept applicants who confirm their sex as female at birth. ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. CLICK HERE TO GET STARTED. If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

• Hillary Clinton suggested potential civil or criminal charges for Americans spreading "Russian propaganda" online, raising First Amendment concerns. • Bath & Body Works announced that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives are now "at the heart of everything" they do, hiring a Chief Diversity Officer. • Kentucky's Governor Andy Beshear issued an executive order banning "conversion therapy" for LGBTQ+ minors, sparking debate over parental rights and religious freedom. • The Emmys nominated a biological male, Nava Mau, for "Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Series," making history. • The Department of Health and Human Services is investigating the Cleveland Clinic for potential racial discrimination due to its "Minority Stroke Program" and "Minority Men's Health Center.” ___ Thanks for listening! Fortis News would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Fortis News we would be extremely grateful. CLICK HERE TO GET STARTED. If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!