Trump Plans Executive Order to Establish Religious Liberty Commission

President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order establishing a Religious Liberty Commission, fulfilling a promise to social conservatives by focusing on protecting religious freedoms in the United States. The commission, chaired by Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick with Dr. Ben Carson as vice chair, will address issues such as parental rights in education, conscience protections, free speech, and institutional autonomy. Composed of clergy, legal experts, and faith leaders, the commission will advise the White House on both executive and legislative actions related to religious liberty. The initiative builds on earlier actions, including a task force aimed at eradicating anti-Christian bias, and responds to concerns about perceived targeting of Christians under the current administration. The commission is expected to produce a comprehensive report on the foundations and threats to religious liberty, with the goal of shaping future policy. This executive order is seen as a significant step in the administration’s ongoing efforts to prioritize faith issues in public policy.