President Donald Trump has directed the Department of Education to issue new guidance affirming students’ right to pray in public schools. Speaking at a Religious Liberty Commission event, Trump criticized the erosion of school environments that suppress religious expression, instead fostering anti-religious ideology.
This initiative represents a response to growing concerns that religious students are being discouraged or punished for including prayer in their routines. Trump’s guidance aims to reverse this trend by reinforcing that passive, voluntary religious expression outside instructional time is constitutionally protected.
The president highlighted emotional testimony from students—including one who feared discussing faith openly, and another compelled to read transgender content conflicting with his beliefs. These stories underscore his message: protecting religious freedom in schools matters deeply.
Trump emphasized that religion is foundational to the nation’s strength. He pushed back on claims from political figures suggesting rights derive from government, reaffirming instead that they are “endowed by our Creator,” invoking the integrity of the Declaration of Independence.
This policy aligns with Trump’s larger vision—a revival of religious expression in public institutions. He also announced “America Prays,” an initiative encouraging weekly nationwide prayer as the country approaches its 250th anniversary of independence.
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