Oklahoma Seeks to Purchase 55,000 Trump-Endorsed Bibles for Schools
The state's controversial bid aligns with specific criteria matching Bibles endorsed by Donald Trump, sparking legal and ethical concerns.
- Oklahoma Superintendent Ryan Walters aims to spend $3 million on Bibles for public schools, specifying requirements that match Trump-endorsed versions.
- The bid calls for Bibles to include U.S. historical documents and be bound in leather, narrowing options primarily to the 'God Bless the USA Bible.'
- Critics, including former Attorney General Drew Edmondson, argue the bid may violate state laws by limiting competition and favoring specific products.
- The initiative is part of Walters' broader push to integrate religious content into education, facing resistance from some school districts and legal experts.
- Trump has reportedly earned $300,000 from sales of the Bibles, raising questions about the potential financial benefits for the former president.
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