Churches Have a Right to Choose Their Leaders, 

First Liberty Argues in Federal Appeals Court

Alongside our volunteer attorneys at Wilmer Hale, we argued an important case this week dealing with church autonomy. We explained that the Constitution protects the independence of religious organizations to choose their own leaders.

Government: Don’t Tell Churches What to Do »

Atlantic City Refuses to Accommodate 

First Responder’s Religious Beliefs

Alex Smith is a first responder and pastor in Atlantic City. His religious beliefs require him to wear a beard. But the city won’t grant a religious accommodation to its grooming policy, even though having a beard wouldn’t impact Alex’s ability to safely do his job.

This is Clear-Cut Religious Discrimination »

More States Pass Laws to Improve 

Religious Freedom Protections

Because of multiple, favorable Supreme Court decisions, state legislatures continue to take positive steps to protect religious liberty. Here’s a quick rundown of several bills that were recently signed or are being considered.

These 4 States Just Made Their Laws Better »

Update on the Supreme Court Coup & Judicial Nominations

Federal judges make critical legal decisions about religious freedom. First Liberty continues to monitor nominees for the federal bench. We’re also tracking the far Left’s attacks, as they try to take control of the Supreme Court and judicial system.

Full Court Press »