Groff v. DeJoy
Coverage of Groff v. DeJoy in the Nexus archive.
- Trump DOJ expands religious liberty protections after major Supreme Court rulings
The Trump administration directed federal agencies to prioritize religious liberty in regulations and enforcement, citing the First Amendment, Religious Freedom Restoration Act, and recent Supreme Court rulings. The guidance emphasizes compliance with legal protections for religious exercise in employment, contracts, and grants, referencing cases like Kennedy v. Bremerton School District and Groff v. DeJoy.
- Trump DOJ expands religious liberty protections after major Supreme Court rulings
The Trump administration updated Department of Justice guidance to prioritize religious liberty in federal regulations and policies, citing Supreme Court rulings and statutory protections like the First Amendment and Religious Freedom Restoration Act. The changes emphasize accommodating religious expression in workplaces, ensuring equal access for religious organizations in federal contracts, and aligning with recent court decisions such as Kennedy v. Bremerton School District and Groff v. DeJoy.