I had the privilege of welcoming back Hedieh Mirahmadi to the show. As a former advisor in five presidential administrations, including her appointment by President George W. Bush to Afghanistan, Hedieh brings unparalleled insight into the Middle East's chaos and its implications for America. We dove deep into the heartbreaking slaughter of Druze in Syria, U.S. foreign policy missteps under the Trump administration, and the encroaching influence of radical Islam in our own backyard. This isn't just distant news—it's a wake-up call for Christians and patriots everywhere. Hedieh will join us as a keynote speaker at our 22nd Annual National Conference on October 3-4, 2025, in Collierville, Tennessee. Details at worldviewstore.com—seats are limited to 350, so register now!
Personal Connections and Reflections on Leadership
We kicked off with some light-hearted banter about mangling names—Hedieh's included—and shared memories of President George W. Bush. I recounted meeting him at the White House after a project for the Office of Faith-Based Initiatives, where he was patient and engaging with my family. Hedieh echoed this, describing Bush as kind and personable during religious roundtables and her Afghanistan appointment. We both noted his sincere passion for Middle East democracy, though it proved unrealistic.
This led to a nod to the Office of Faith-Based Initiatives, established under Bush—not the first time as some claim today. Hedieh mentioned working with Jim Towey, highlighting continuity in faith-based efforts across administrations.
The Druze Slaughter: Syria's October 7th Moment
The heart of our discussion was the tragic massacre of Druze in Syria, which Hedieh likened to Israel's October 7th. As an offshoot of Shia Islam, Druze are viewed as heretics by Islamists, facing brutal humiliation like beard-shaving. Videos flooding social media show jihadists from HTS (Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham) and Jabhat al-Nusra—groups removed from the U.S. terrorist list under Trump—storming Druze areas.
Hedieh explained: Druze don't proselytize or accept converts, praying in halwas, not mosques. Their refusal to disarm under the new regime led to this violence. Syria's emboldened jihadists, armed with U.S. weapons from Iraq, now form a "Sunni axis of evil" with Turkey and Qatar. This poses a global threat, including potential attacks in the U.S.
We played graphic videos (viewer discretion advised) of the atrocities, emphasizing this is what jihadists would do here. As our reporter Aaron noted, it's the Druze's October 7th—a civil war brewing despite Israel's airstrikes on Damascus to protect them.
U.S. Foreign Policy Blunders: Removing HTS from Terror List
Hedieh didn't mince words: Removing HTS and Jabhat al-Nusra from the terrorist list was a Trump administration mistake, potentially enabling attacks. Attribution could shift to ISIS or al-Qaeda, dodging blame. We lack a coherent policy against Islamism—domestically or abroad.
Trump's handshake with Syrian President al-Shara (a jihadist) and legitimizing him was ill-advised. Hedieh would have advised: "Mr. President, don't legitimize a terrorist who's killed Americans without renouncing jihad." Videos of al-Shara praising jihad and vowing to reclaim Palestine underscore this.
We criticized Marco Rubio's dismissal of Israel's strikes as a "misunderstanding." Hedieh clarified: It's no misunderstanding—Israel sent a message to stay out of Druze areas near the Golan Heights, defending their own Druze citizens too.
The Palestinian Distraction and Satanic Roots
Hedieh called the Palestinian cause an "opiate of the masses," deflecting Middle Eastern regimes' failures. They oppress citizens while blaming Israel, preventing peace. In 2005, Gaza could have been a Palestinian state—Jews left schools, hospitals, nurseries—but Palestinians built terror tunnels instead. Even Bill Clinton noted Arafat rejected generous deals due to external pressure.
Ultimately, it's demonic: Islam enslaves followers to target Jews, thwarting prophecy. Satan energizes this to prevent the millennial kingdom.
Islam's Conquest in America: 18 Cities Fallen
Annie Cyrus's article at liveuptofreedom.substack.com maps 18 U.S. cities "conquered" by Islam—mosques, city councils, animal sacrifices in backyards (e.g., Hamtramck, Michigan's azan at 5 a.m.). Hedieh warned: Islamists buy churches, turn them into mosques, erode biblical values.
Fuller Seminary's "theological inclusive hospitality" doctrine—accepting Gabriel revealed the Quran—exemplifies compromise. Hedieh challenged: "How can God reveal a false religion?" This internal Christian weakness invites vulnerability.
Sarah Adams (ex-CIA) warns al-Qaeda strikes loom; Dave Gaubatz predicts our own October 7th. Hedieh and her husband (ex-police) arm themselves; churches need robust security. FBI distractions (Russiagate, J6) compound risks.
Advice for Trump: Coherent Anti-Islamism Policy
If advising Trump, Hedieh urged: Develop a unified strategy against radical Islam. Stop funding extremists (e.g., Qatar/Saudi investments in U.S. campuses while fighting extremism there). Focus DOJ/FBI on domestic terrorism.
Without this, America falls like Europe. Epstein distractions divert resources—allocate properly.
