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Logan Bayroff,
West End Strategy Team
Ben DePasquale,
West End Strategy Team

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Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Ruling in Favor of Louisiana’s Ten Commandments Law is a De Facto Establishment of State Religion
February 21, 2026

Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Ruling in Favor of Louisiana’s Ten Commandments Law is a De Facto Establishment of State Religion

Interfaith Alliance, a leading advocate for healthy boundaries between religion and government, is disappointed by yesterday's ruling by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in Rev. Roake v. Brumley that allowed Louisiana to enforce its law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments in every classroom from Kindergarten to college. Interfaith Alliance was one of 20 religious organizations that co-signed a friend-of-the-court brief in the case. 

USA Today: Christian nationalism in the State of the Union? Trump's speech unpacked
February 26, 2026

USA Today: Christian nationalism in the State of the Union? Trump's speech unpacked

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Press Release
February 15, 2024

Interfaith Alliance, Congressional Freethought Caucus Call out Speaker Johnson for Hosting Christian Nationalist Chaplain on House Floor

Multifaith clergy gathered on Capitol Hill to rally for the Respect for Marriage Act, showcasing overwhelming faith support for LGBTQ+ equality ahead of a crucial Senate vote.

Press Release
January 5, 2024

Interfaith Alliance: As Election Nears, Nation Must Confront the Truth About January 6

Press Release
December 4, 2023

Interfaith Alliance: Johnson’s Acceptance of NACL Award Signals Acceptance of Religious Extremism in Government

Interfaith Alliance criticizes Speaker Mike Johnson's acceptance of an award from the National Association of Christian Lawmakers, indicating it aligns with religious extremism and undermines democracy.

Press Release
November 13, 2023

Interfaith Alliance Welcomes New Board Members and Staff

Interfaith Alliance announces the appointment of new board members and staff, enhancing their efforts to defend democracy and inclusive religious freedom as the organization prepares for the 2024 election.

Press Release
October 18, 2023

Faith Leaders, Free Speech Advocates Call For Urgent Action on Book Bans During Capitol Hill Briefing

Clergy and free speech advocates gathered on Capitol Hill to discuss the urgent threat of book bans on democracy and religious freedom, emphasizing the need for action against censorship.

Press Release
October 13, 2023

Interfaith Alliance: We Remain Committed to Combating Antisemitism and Islamophobia Here at Home

Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush of Interfaith Alliance condemns the violence in Israel and highlights the rise of antisemitism and Islamophobia in the U.S., affirming a commitment to interfaith relations and community support.

Rev. Paul Raushenbush on CNN

On February 10, 2025, Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush - president and CEO of Interfaith Alliance - appeared on CNN discussing Trump's creation of a task force to investigate the federal government's "targeting" of Christians.

In the media

Stay updated with our recent media coverage.
Texas Rep. James Talarico calls Democrats' redistricting exodus an act of faith
Adelle Banks
Religion News Service
IRS says churches can now endorse political candidates. Miami faith leaders weigh in
Lauren Costantino
Miami Herald
Keep politics out of parishes, nonprofits say in letter to Trump
Kelsey Reichmann
Courthouse News Service
Maggie Siddiqi Talks Faith, Solidarity and Organizing
Zoe Sullivan
WORT 89.9
US faith leaders opposed to ICE raids counsel nonviolent resistance and lead by example
Luis Andres Henao, Deepa Bharath
Associated Press