The phrase “separation of church and state” is often cited in discussions about religious freedom and government involvement in religion. What are its origins and and how has its interpretations significantly influenced American law and culture?
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President Removes Restrictions of Religious Symbols in Federal Offices
Memo says federal workers can share “correctness” of religious views The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) released a memo outlining new guidelines for employees that wish to convince…
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IRS Says Pastors Endorsing Political Candidates Should Not Lose Tax-Exempt Status
The agency filed a supporting brief with Christian broadcasters requesting a Johnson Amendment override. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) submitted a court filing last week with the National…
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President Trump Hosts Faith-Based Luncheon
Business leaders and CEOs who have invested in the White House Faith Office attended. President Donald Trump hosted a luncheon in the State Dining Room on Monday for…
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President Holds First Faith Office National Conference Call of Second Term
He highlighted his administration’s commitment to religious liberty and peace. President Donald Trump held the first Faith Office National Conference Call of his second term this past week.…
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Supreme Court Rules MD School District Violated Freedom of Religion
Rules in favor of parents who want to opt their children out of LGBTQ lessons. The justices of the Supreme Court released its decision on Friday stating that…
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President Trump Addresses the Nation after Operation Midnight Hammer
The president calls the strikes an overwhelming military success and thanks God, says, “We love you, God.“ President Donald Trump addresses the nation from the White House after…
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SCOTUS Orders Rehearing of Religious Freedom Case over NY Abortion Law
The ruling is consistent with a prior decision regarding the First Amendment and Catholic organizations. The Supreme Court ordered the New York Court of Appeals to rehear a…
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Presidential Message on Pentecost 2025
“I join in prayer with Christians joyfully celebrating the descent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost—one of the most sacred events of the Christian faith.” President Donald Trump’s…
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Supreme Court Unanimously Upholds Catholic Charities Tax Exempt Status
The unified court said Wisconsin’s attempt to deny tax exemption violates First Amendment. The Supreme Court unanimously reversed the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s ruling that determined the Catholic Charities…
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