Federal judge dismisses a lawsuit over makeup of Trump’s Religious Liberty Commission
Summary
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit that challenged the makeup of President Donald Trump’s Religious Liberty Commission. The court ruled that Trump has broad authority in selecting commission members, and the law does not clearly define how to balance different viewpoints.Key Facts
- The lawsuit was filed by an interfaith group including Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, and progressive organizations.
- Plaintiffs argued the commission was mainly made up of conservative Christians, with little religious or ideological diversity.
- Judge John P. Cronan said the law requires balanced viewpoints but does not specify how to achieve this.
- The judge noted the commission includes both clergy and non-clergy members from at least five different religions.
- The commission’s draft report favored closer ties between church and state, drawing criticism for not supporting separation.
- The court found the lawsuit did not meet legal standards to continue.
- The Interfaith Alliance criticized the commission for not addressing anti-Muslim violence and for favoring certain religious views.
- The commission was created by an executive order from President Trump defining religious liberty consistent with civil rights.
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