In April of 2025, a federal judge ruled that immigration agents had the authority to carry out deportation operations inside houses of worship. Previously, numerous churches and religious organizations had sued the federal government, claiming that undocumented migrants had the right to visit places of worship without fearing deportation. It seems that the age-old concept Read More

Conversion therapy is a highly controversial topic. It involves an attempt to shift a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity through various methods. Historically, conversion therapy has targeted children or young adults who are attracted to the same sex. It stems from a pseudoscientific argument that sexuality and gender identity can and should be changed Read More

Education on sexual orientation & gender identity (SOGI) is one the most controversial issues in American elementary schools today. Parents on both sides of this issue feel strongly about it, but perhaps the most interesting element of this story is the way in which it has united people of various faiths. Those who are most Read More

For the past few decades, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has focused on a wide range of employment discrimination cases. These have included not only religious discrimination but also discrimination based on race, national origin, disability, and gender. However, the new administration could force the EEOC to shift its priorities to a considerable degree thanks Read More

Since the arrival of the new administration, immigration policies in the United States have changed drastically. While many Americans are happy about these changes, the voice of discontent grows louder and louder. Among these voices are many church representatives. Although people of various faiths have been expressing their views on immigration for many years, the Read More

Religious lawsuits may involve various issues, including the Constitution, wrongful termination, and discrimination. While real estate is not typically associated with religious lawsuits, two recent cases show that these two areas can intersect. These lawsuits involve situations where churches are involved in property tax exemption and landlord activities.  Atheists Sue City of Madison for Property Read More

According to the official website of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, “tithing” involves donating 10% of your income to the Church. It is a requirement for all people of the Mormon faith, and the church describes the practice as a “commandment” practiced since ancient times. Tithing has proven to be incredibly controversial, Read More

Over the past year or so, numerous stories have emerged about the refusal of vaccine mandates on religious grounds. Various cases have made it clear that Americans have the right to refuse vaccine mandates if they have legitimate religious objections. However, one report tells a very different story – and it shows that people cannot Read More

The EEOC is continuing to hold employers accountable for failing to provide workers with a religious vaccine exemption. Over the past few months, employers have been sued for millions of dollars for violating these religious rights – and the lawsuits show no sign of slowing down. Indeed, these lawsuits could be just the beginning – Read More

Although Christmas is not usually associated with Satanism, at least one state is bringing both together in a public display. As of this writing, a Baphomet Satanic monument sits alongside a nativity scene at Concord City Hall Plaza in New Hampshire. This has prompted numerous headlines and various responses across the nation. Putting the controversy Read More