News & Updates

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
September 3, 2025

130+ Religious Organizations Say NO to DC Takeover

As one of the organizational co-chairs of Faithful Democracy, Interfaith Alliance led a powerful letter to Congressional leadership this Tuesday—joined by over 130 faith-based organizations—expressing alarm at the federal takeover of D.C.'s police and calling for Congressional support to protect the District’s autonomy and advance statehood.

Advocacy
August 26, 2025

Interfaith Alliance Joins Brief Defending Colorado’s Ban on Conversion Therapy for Minors

Interfaith Alliance joined an amicus brief urging SCOTUS to uphold Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy.

Research
July 31, 2025

What is Happening with the Johnson Amendment?

Answers to commonly asked questions about the Johnson Amendment and the IRS legal filing arguing that religious leaders could endorse political candidates in houses of worship without losing their tax-exempt status, officially breaking with more than seventy years of legal precedent prohibiting churches and nonprofits from officially endorsing political candidates.

Press Release
July 30, 2025

Over 1,000 Charitable Nonprofits Launch National Sign-On Letter to Defend Nonpartisanship and Public Trust

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Interfaith Alliance, the National Council of Nonprofits, American Humanist Association, Americans United for Separation of Church and State, Freedom From Religion Foundation, Independent Sector, Public Citizen, and other leading nonprofit organizations launched a national sign-on letter addressed to President Trump.

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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.

State of Belief
January 21, 2025

King's Non-Violence Trumps Christian Nationalism

Explore the intersection of Donald Trump's inauguration and Martin Luther King Jr. Day on The State of Belief podcast. Join host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush and guest Jeanné Lewis as they discuss faith, social justice, and community action. Subscribe for weekly insights at stateofbelief.com.

Press Release
January 21, 2025

Interfaith Alliance Alarmed by Hateful Policies and Actions On Trump’s First Day in Office

Interfaith Alliance, a leader in defending religious freedom and multi-faith democracy, expresses deep concern over President Trump's initial actions, which threaten diversity and constitutional rights. The organization stands firm against policies rooted in bigotry and discrimination, advocating for unity and civil rights through interfaith collaboration.

Analysis
January 21, 2025

Telling the Truth: What Elon Musk Did is Terrifying

Explore Interfaith Alliance's stance against hate and extremism as the Trump-Vance administration enacts policies targeting marginalized groups. Learn about our efforts to combat far-right agendas and promote true religious freedom through diverse coalitions.

Press Release
January 21, 2025

Maggie Siddiqi Joins Interfaith Alliance as New Senior Fellow 

Discover how Maggie Siddiqi, former Director at the U.S. Department of Education, joins Interfaith Alliance as a Senior Fellow to enhance partnerships across America's religious landscape, promoting religious freedom and multi-faith democracy.

Analysis
January 21, 2025

Tracking Trump's executive orders: DEI programs

Interfaith Alliance is deeply concerned about the dissolution of DEI programs within the federal government.