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Evangelical Pastors Rally Behind Trump Amid Indictments

Despite facing legal challenges, former President Donald Trump sees increased support from right-wing evangelical Christians, with some pastors likening his campaign to a spiritual battle.

Republican presidential candidate former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks at the Faith and Freedom Road to Majority conference at the Washington Hilton on June 24, 2023 in Washington, DC.
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Overview

  • Evangelical pastors at Trump rallies are portraying the former president as a messianic figure standing up to 'demonic forces' in government.
  • Despite facing four indictments, Trump's support among right-wing evangelical Christians has increased over the last eight years.
  • Pastors at these rallies have been praying for Trump's re-election, with some likening his campaign to the return of Jesus Christ.
  • Trump's campaign has played into this rhetoric, portraying him as a protector of Christianity in America who is being martyred for his people.
  • Not all evangelicals are pleased with Trump, with some groups and leaders endorsing his rivals.