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Trump Establishes Religious Liberty Commission on National Day of Prayer

The commission, chaired by Dan Patrick and vice-chaired by Ben Carson, will address threats to religious freedom and advise federal policy through mid-2026.

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President Donald Trump and Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick speak at a National Day of Prayer event in the Rose Garden at the White House on May 1, 2025 in Washington, D.C.

Overview

  • President Trump signed an executive order creating the Religious Liberty Commission during a National Day of Prayer event at the White House.
  • The commission will focus on six key areas, including parental rights in education, conscience protections, attacks on houses of worship, free speech, school choice, and institutional autonomy.
  • Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick will serve as chair, with former HUD Secretary Ben Carson as vice chair, alongside a 14-member panel of religious leaders and legal experts.
  • The commission is tasked with producing a comprehensive report on the foundations of religious liberty and emerging threats, while advising the White House Faith Office and Domestic Policy Council.
  • The commission will operate until July 4, 2026, unless extended, as part of broader efforts by the Trump administration to prioritize faith-based rights in federal policymaking.