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Read the latest press releases, blog posts, and State of Belief episodes from our team in Washington, D.C., our network of faith leaders and affiliates across the United States.

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Advocacy
June 6, 2025

Interfaith Alliance Joins Civil Rights Partners in Condemning Antisemitic Attacks

Interfaith Alliance is proud to join The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights and a broad coalition of civil rights organizations in signing a joint statement responding to the recent rise in antisemitic violence.

Advocacy
May 21, 2025

No Kings! Faith Rising for Democracy

Join No Kings on June 14 for a nationwide faith mobilization rejecting authoritarianism and celebrating democracy. Learn how to participate today.

Advocacy
May 20, 2025

More than 60 faith-based organizations oppose Educational Choice for Children Act

Interfaith Alliance was one of more than 60 faith-based organizations and 260 faith leaders representing over 3.3 million people who signed a letter to congress opposing the inclusion of the Educational Choice for Children Act (ECCA) in the federal reconciliation budget.

Analysis
April 24, 2025

What is Pam Bondi’s Anti-Christian bias task force? Everything you need to know

On February 6, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order addressing so-called “anti-Christian bias” in the United States. The Anti-Christian Bias Task Force, created by the executive order, held its first meeting on April 22, 2025. The task force is chaired by Attorney General Pam Bondi. 

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State of Belief
January 27, 2025

Skye Perryman: There's No Way Out of This But Through

Explore the latest episode of The State of Belief podcast, where Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush highlights Rt. Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde's courageous words and engages with Skye Perryman of Democracy Forward. Discover insights on using the law for accountability, the importance of community, and strategies for civic engagement. Subscribe for weekly inspiration and empowerment.

Press Release
January 27, 2025

Interfaith Alliance Supports Lawsuit Over ICE Arrests at Houses of Worship

Interfaith Alliance, a champion of religious freedom and multi-faith democracy, supports a lawsuit by Quaker groups against the Trump administration's policy allowing immigration arrests in places of worship. Partnered with Democracy Forward, Interfaith Alliance advocates for the protection of religious sanctuaries and the rights of all faith communities to practice without fear.

Analysis
January 27, 2025

Tracking Trump's executive orders: Trans military service

Media Coverage
January 24, 2025

 I joined C-SPAN’s “Washington Journal” To Talk Religion and Politics

Join the discussion on C-SPAN's "Washington Journal" as we explore the crucial role of faith leaders in defending civil rights, religious freedom, and democracy against current challenges. Watch the full interview to learn how diverse faith communities are standing up for the vulnerable and challenging harmful policies.

Analysis
January 24, 2025

Tracking Trump's executive orders: Hyde Amendment

Enforcing the Hyde Amendment would greatly diminish our country’s public health and would prevent federal resources from supporting reproductive freedom.

Media Coverage
January 22, 2025

Trump’s angry response to a viral sermon should worry all Christians | Opinion

Episcopal Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde delivers a compelling sermon at Washington National Cathedral, challenging executive orders affecting vulnerable communities. President Trump responds with criticism on Truth Social, sparking a debate on faith and politics.