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Pastor Praises Trump for Reviving Christian Freedom in Alabama

1/20/2026

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Pastor Travis Johnson of Mobile, Alabama, says the country is better off since U.S. President Donald Trump took office a year ago.
He points to signs at local businesses promoting a Christian message during Christmas as reflecting a return to freedom.
Johnson leads a growing evangelical church and believes many in his community view Trump as an ally.
His comments reflect renewed religious expression in a traditionally conservative area.

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Story summary

Pastor Travis Johnson of Mobile, Alabama, says the country is better off since U.S. President Donald Trump took office a year ago.
He points to signs at local businesses promoting a Christian message during Christmas as reflecting a return to freedom.
Johnson leads a growing evangelical church and believes many in his community view Trump as an ally.
His comments reflect renewed religious expression in a traditionally conservative area.