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Trump's Mixed Christian Support Sparks Faith Leaders' Activism

12/21/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces mixed Christian support, with strong backing from far-right white evangelicals and weak backing from Catholics and Black Protestants.
Critics such as Revs. Doug Pagitt and Lori Walke say MAGA Christianity prioritizes power over empathy and oppresses marginalized groups.
In Oklahoma City, faith leaders mobilize to support immigrants and push gun-control measures after recent violence.

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces mixed Christian support, with strong backing from far-right white evangelicals and weak backing from Catholics and Black Protestants.
Critics such as Revs. Doug Pagitt and Lori Walke say MAGA Christianity prioritizes power over empathy and oppresses marginalized groups.
In Oklahoma City, faith leaders mobilize to support immigrants and push gun-control measures after recent violence.