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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General
November 25, 2025

Rededicating To America’s Promise

Advocacy
November 11, 2025

Solidarity with the Rhode Island State Council of Churches

Faith leaders express support for the Rhode Island State Council of Churches

Press Release
November 10, 2025

In Trump V. Illinois Amicus Brief, Interfaith Alliance Tells Supreme Court that Right to Protest is Key to Religious Freedom

WASHINGTON — Interfaith Alliance, a leading national advocate for religious freedom, has filed an amicus curiae brief to the Supreme Court in Trump v. Illinois, supporting a ruling by a federal judge that prohibits the Trump administration from deploying the National Guard to Illinois. Democracy Forward is providing pro bono legal representation to Interfaith Alliance in the case.

Advocacy
October 17, 2025

Department of Education Gets Patriotism Wrong

Interfaith Alliance, together with major religious organizations committed to religious freedom and education, has submitted a formal comment to the U.S. Department of Education opposing the proposed priority and definitions on promoting patriotic education.

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Advocacy
November 22, 2024

Interfaith Alliance’s ‘Vote is Sacred’ bus tour stops in Harrisburg ahead of election

Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush emphasizes the importance of inclusivity in religion for democracy during the 'The Vote is Sacred' bus tour in Harrisburg.

Advocacy
November 21, 2024

Texas’ Latest Attempt to Infuse Christianity into Elementary Schools

The Texas State Board of Education's decision to introduce a curriculum focusing on Christian Bible stories in public schools is challenged as an improper blending of religion and state, with calls for the preservation of religious freedom and inclusion of diverse viewpoints.

Advocacy
November 20, 2024

Baptist Minister: Texas Education Board Wrong to Back Bible Curriculum in Elementary Schools 

Interfaith Alliance expresses alarm over the Texas State Board of Education's decision to include biblical material in elementary school curriculums, highlighting concerns about the erosion of healthy boundaries between religion and government.

Advocacy
November 19, 2024

Religious Liberty Concerns With Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense

The post discusses concerns regarding the nomination of Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense, highlighting issues related to religious extremism, as well as potential threats to religious liberty and diversity initiatives in the military.

Advocacy
November 19, 2024

H.R. 9495: A Dangerous Threat to Nonprofits and Free Speech

The article discusses the implications of a blocked provision in H.R. 9495 that could label nonprofits as 'terrorist-supporting organizations', potentially undermining free speech and civil rights.

State of Belief
November 18, 2024

How to End Christian Nationalism with Amanda Tyler

A discussion on Christian Nationalism and its impact on religious freedom and democracy in America featuring Amanda Tyler.