In this special America 250 edition of American Heroes, host Kathy Hoekstra speaks with the leaders of Pacific Legal Foundation's four litigation practice groups about the enduring principles of the Declaration of Independence and how those ideals continue to shape the fight for individual liberty today. From equality before the law and property rights to responsible stewardship of natural resources and the separation of powers, this episode explores the founding ideas that remain at the heart of PLF's work 250 years later.

When their infant son developed a fever, Josh Sabey and Sarah Perkins rushed him to the emergency room. Just 36 hours later, child welfare and police officers arrived at their home at 1 a.m. and removed their two young children—without a warrant or court order. On this episode of American Heroes, Josh and Sarah share the devastating impact of that night, their fight to reunite their family, and why they chose to challenge the government's actions in court. Their case raises important questions about parental rights, due process, and the constitutional protections every family should be able to rely on.

Is a doctor’s call a crime?

Can a doctor be punished just for speaking with their patient across state lines? Dr. Sean McBride joins American Heroes to discuss his challenge to California’s telehealth restrictions, which treat even routine virtual consultations as the “practice of medicine” requiring in-state licensure—turning follow-up care into a legal risk.