Louisiana's Ten Commandments Law Faces Legal Challenges

A federal lawsuit seeks to block a law requiring Ten Commandments displays in public school classrooms, citing First Amendment concerns.

The law, signed by Governor Jeff Landry in June, mandates the display of the Ten Commandments in all public school classrooms by January 1, 2025.
Christopher Dier, a history teacher and 2020 Louisiana Teacher of the Year, filed a federal lawsuit arguing the law violates constitutional rights by promoting a religious doctrine.
State officials argue the law has a secular purpose, emphasizing the Ten Commandments' historical significance in American legal principles.
The American Civil Liberties Union and other civil rights groups are supporting plaintiffs challenging the law, seeking a preliminary injunction to prevent its enforcement.
Two federal judges are currently considering motions related to the law, with preliminary rulings expected by mid-November.