The article discusses the increasing intertwining of religion and politics in the Trump administration, highlighting recent events, such as the memorial for conservative activist Charlie Kirk, where numerous top officials openly expressed their Christian beliefs. The memorial featured prominent speeches linking political power to divine mandate, with phrases indicating that God supports their political agenda. Trump has previously made statements advocating for the preservation of religious practices in public life, including prayer in schools, and has established a commission focused on religious liberty issues.
The article also touches on the controversial concept of Christian nationalism, which posits that the U.S. was founded as a Christian nation. Surveys suggest that around 30% of Americans, predominantly Republicans, may hold sympathies toward this viewpoint, with strong adherence in Southern states. The administration has implemented policies that diminish the separation between church and state, such as allowing political endorsements by tax-exempt religious leaders and promoting religious expression in federal workplaces. The growing influence of this ideology indicates significant divisions across the U.S. regarding the role of Christianity in governance.
