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Christian Groups Claim Trump's Immigration Policies Are Keeping Them From Practicing 'Fundamental' Part of Faith: 'Welcoming the Stranger'

A group of over 25 religious organizations has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) contesting a policy change by the Trump administration that allows immigration enforcement actions at schools and houses of worship. Prior to this change, DHS agents were generally required to obtain special authorization to conduct enforcement actions at designated "sensitive locations."

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Teacher Possibly Facing Termination For Crucifix Hanging on Classroom Wall She's Allegedly Had There for 10 Years

Arroyo-Castro initially moved the crucifix under her desk as requested

A Connecticut teacher with more than 30 years of experience refused to remove a crucifix she displayed in her classroom for a decade, leading to her suspension and a legal fight over religious freedom and constitutional rights.

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Religious Freedom Bills Pave the Way for Widespread Discrimination Against LGBTQ Community

An increasing number of "religious freedom" bills under President Trump's administration is expected to bring on more discriminatory practices against the LGBTQ community.

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South Dakota poised to become first US state to enact transgender bathroom bill; LGBT community calls measure 'discriminatory'

Despite the heated debate, South Dakota is set to become the first state to enact a bill that would require transgender students to use bathrooms according to their gender at birth and not their preferred gender identity.

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Former member filed complaint against Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints over intimidation, vandalism

2 polygamous town, Utah and Arizona, sued over civil rights violation

Judge rejects latest stay request from Kentucky clerk Davis

Wal-Mart support of gay rights turns on business

Indiana to clarify 'religious freedom' law, Georgia, North Carolina bills stall

Thousands march in Indiana to protest law seen targeting gays

Apple's Cook joins tech CEOs in blasting Indiana religious freedom law

German court overturns ban on headscarves for Muslim women teachers