Political & Religious Controversy - Page 2 of 98
February 25th, 2026
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee sparked controversy with his recent comments about Israel's right to land in the Middle East, and spotlighted a movement within Christianity known as Christian Zionism.
Vatican Declines Trump's Board of Peace Invite
February 19th, 2026
The Vatican just denied President Trump's invite to join his Board of Peace, citing concerns that the organization could undermine the United Nations. Is it a diplomatic snub, or a principled stand on global leadership?
Musician's Bible Sales Pitch on Live TV Triggers Backlash
February 19th, 2026
Lee Greenwood’s recent sales plug for his $60 'God Bless the USA' Bible on during a TV segment has critics crying blasphemy. When faith and capitalism collide, where should believers draw the line?
Should Disrupting Church Services Be a Felony?
February 13th, 2026
An Alabama bill would make disrupting a church service a felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison. Lawmakers say it’s about protecting worship - but is the First Amendment at stake?
Free Quran and Hijab Handouts at Texas High School Prompt Investigation
February 11th, 2026
A viral video revealing that hijabs and Qurans were handed out at a Texas high school ignited outrage. But in a state mandating the Ten Commandments in classrooms, critics are asking: what’s the difference?
'He Gets Us' is Back Again to Advertise Jesus During the Super Bowl
February 5th, 2026
The group 'He Gets Us' is advertising Jesus Christ during Super Bowl LX. This year's ad eschews politics and instead focuses on personal issues brought on by modern life - but will the message resonate with viewers?
Are Mandatory Bible Lessons Coming to Texas Classrooms?
February 5th, 2026
Texas may become the first state to mandate Bible readings in every public school classroom in what critics are calling the most direct assault yet on church-state separation. Should the Bible be mandatory reading?
Does Prayer Belong at School Board Meetings?
January 30th, 2026
In towns big and small across the country, school board meetings are becoming flashpoints in the debate over prayer, religious freedom, and who gets a voice in civic spaces - and what they get to say.
Billboard Reading "Jesus Is Not God" Vandalized in LA
January 29th, 2026
Is vandalism acceptable if it’s in the name of evangelism? A video going viral shows a man atop a Los Angeles billboard, paint can in hand, carefully covering the word "not" on a sign that reads "Jesus is not God."
Did Ancient Pagans Kill Babies? VP Vance's Comments Draw Scrutiny
January 28th, 2026
Vice President JD Vance recently gave a speech where he invoked everything from ancient brothels, mass graves, and Mayan child sacrifices, casting the abortion debate as a fight of Christian good vs pagan evil.
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