Dallas, Texas – Today, as the Senate begins confirmation hearings on Judge Gorsuch’s nomination to the Supreme Court, First Liberty Institute launches TrumpNominee.com analyzing Judge Gorsuch’s record on religious freedom. “After careful analysis of Judge Gorsuch’s opinions, I’m pleased to see that he has a strong and clear record of […]
Interactive Map of Federal Court Judicial Vacancies by State Each circuit is shown in it’s own color group. Hover over your state to see photos of your Senators, along with Circuit Court and District Court vacancies. [us_map] Click on the name of your Senator below and tell them to confirm Judge Gorsuch to the Supreme Court. 11th […]
Portsmouth, NH – Today, First Liberty Institute sent a letter to the commander of a New Hampshire Air Force base, advising him that federal law, military regulations, and the Constitution all allow prayer and Bible readings by chaplains at military events. On February 6, a special interest group sent a […]
Salem, Ore. – Today, the Oregon Court of Appeals heard the case of Aaron and Melissa Klein, a couple who lost their bakery for running their business according to their religious beliefs. During the oral arguments, the Kleins’ attorneys argued that the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) violated […]
WHAT: Aaron and Melissa Klein owned and operated a family bakery, Sweet Cakes by Melissa, in Gresham, Oregon. In 2013, a woman asked the Kleins to make a cake for her same-sex wedding. Aaron and Melissa had served the woman before, but as devout Christians, they believed that participating in […]