Pope Leo criticizes Trump administration over Iran war
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President Trump is taking aim at Pope Leo for his criticism of the U.S. actions in Iran. The Pope is responding, saying he has no fear of the Trump administration

Trump blasts Pope Leo XIV on Truth Social: “Weak on crime" and foreign policy

President Donald Trump took aim at Pope Leo XIV in a Truth Social post on Sunday night following recent comments from the pontiff, and took credit for the Illinois native’s elevation to the papacy. 

Texas education board gives initial approval to Bible-infused curriculum updates

The Texas Board of Education has given their initial approval for updates to the public school curriculum, which includes teachings from and about the Christian Bible. 

List: Bible stories proposed in Texas as required reading in public schools

The Texas school board is considering a list of reading materials for elementary and middle schools that includes some passages and stories from the Bible.

Texas judge further halts utility district involved with Islamic development

A temporary injunction has been issued against a North Texas utility district after the state accused them of illegally acting in support of a controversial Islamic development. 

Military chaplains will no longer display rank, Hegseth says

Pete Hegseth announced reforms this week in efforts to renew military chaplains’ religious focus. One involves the insignia worn on work uniforms.

Paxton ups ante to oust acting comptroller over Islamic school controversy

Texas AG Ken Paxton is increasing his efforts to have acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock removed from office and replaced with the winner of the GOP primary election. 

Louisville to pay $800K after Christian photographer beats law forcing her to shoot same-sex weddings

The city of Louisville, Kentucky, has agreed to pay $800,000 in attorney fees as part of a settlement with a Christian photographer after years of litigation over a nondiscrimination provision in a local law she was concerned would make her violate her faith. 

Hegseth prays for violence during Pentagon Christian service

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth prayed for violence against U.S. adversaries during a Christian worship service at the Pentagon.

Paxton asks Abbott to replace 'incompetent loser' acting comptroller

Texas AG Ken Paxton is calling on Gov. Greg Abbott to replace the acting comptroller, who he called an "incompetent loser," over a letter regarding Paxton's handling of a case related to Islamic schools in the state. 

Texas judge issues restraining order against utility district involved with Islamic development

The acting board of directors for a North Texas utility district has been stopped in their tracks by a judge after the state accused them of illegally acting in support of a controversial Islamic development. 

Arkansas Ten Commandments law blocked that mandates classroom display

A judge struck down an Arkansas law that requires schools to display the Ten Commandments prominently in classrooms. Here is what to know about the law, and where the battle over its legality is headed.

Texas Islamic schools sue comptroller over exclusion from voucher program

Three private schools are suing the Texas leaders in charge of overseeing the state's school voucher program for excluding Islamic schools from being a part of the program.

Members of Michigan synagogue that was attacked have Texas ties

Texas synagogues are emphasizing safety and sharing their support for Temple Israel in Michigan after an armed man rammed his vehicle into the West Bloomfield synagogue Thursday.

Pope announces resignation of San Diego bishop accused of embezzling $270K

The bishop of a small Chaldean Catholic community in San Diego, California, has resigned after he allegedly embezzled $270,000 from his parish, Pope Leo XIV announced on Tuesday.