Citizens Defending Freedom (CDF) has submitted a formal public comment supporting a recent Department of Education proposal aimed at rescinding the regulations governing the federal Equity Assistance Center (EAC) Program. Established under Title IV of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to provide federal assistance to school districts implementing desegregation plans, the program originally operated through regional Desegregation Assistance Centers (DACs). Over time, however, the r

For the first time in American history, the Presidential Religious Liberty Commission has released a comprehensive draft report examining the state of religious liberty in the United States. The report addresses religious freedom in churches, schools, healthcare, military service, the workplace, and public life while proposing recommendations to strengthen constitutional protections for Americans of faith. The Commission is currently accepting public comments before finalizin

The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a landmark decision affirming that states may reserve girls' and women's school sports for biological females, a major milestone in the national debate over Title IX and women's athletics. In a 6-3 ruling in West Virginia v. B.P.J. and its companion case, the Court held that laws in West Virginia and Idaho limiting female athletic teams to biological females are consistent with both Title IX and the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth A

A recent Supreme Court ruling in Watson v. Republican National Committee allowing states to continue counting certain mail-in ballots received after Election Day has once again placed mail-in voting and election administration at the center of the national conversation. While the Court's decision addressed when certain ballots may be counted under federal law, it also highlights a broader question: How can we strengthen transparency, accountability, and public confidence thro

MULBERRY, Fla. – Citizens Defending Freedom (CDF) has submitted a formal public comment supporting the United States Postal Service's proposed rule, Ballot Mail for Federal Elections (39 CFR Part 111), which would amend the Mailing Standards of the United States Postal Service, Domestic Mail Manual (DMM), regarding the transmission of mail-in and absentee ballots used in federal elections. Under the proposal, states would have to provide lists of their absentee ballot mailing

PLANO, TX | June 17, 2026 – Prosecutors failed to convince a grand jury to bring charges against three mothers in connection with a high school booster club, and now one of the mothers has filed a sweeping federal lawsuit alleging constitutional violations, malicious prosecution, and an unlawful effort to seize control of a parent-run nonprofit organization. The lawsuit, filed by Laura Cervantes and the Jasper High School Choir Booster Club, alleges that Plano ISD employees a

ATLANTA, GA. — Georgia Citizens Defending Freedom (CDF) reaffirms its continued involvement in the ongoing investigation into Willis’s conduct, following her appearance this week before the Georgia State Senate Investigation Committee. ***For a copy of the complaints, please contact Justin Kelley at 706.233.2815 or jkelley@ccdfusa.com *** In early 2024, under the direction of Citizens Defending Freedom, former Georgia CDF State Director Holly Kesler filed formal ethics com

NEW BRAUNFELS, TX – In a significant win for faith-based community advocacy, Pastor Ceh of New Braunfels, working alongside Citizens Defending Freedom (CDF), successfully halted an all-ages drag show that had been scheduled in New Braunfels, forcing organizers to relocate the event. Pastor Ceh, known for his unwavering commitment to biblical standards both from the pulpit and at school board meetings, took swift action when he and his wife, Randy, learned about the NBTX 2025

In America, religious liberty is not merely a tradition—it is a constitutional cornerstone. The First Amendment boldly declares that “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof.” These twin protections ensure both that citizens are free to worship God according to conscience and that no religious tradition, however fervent, can claim dominion over public law. Recently, Governor Abbott stated , “Texas is a law-a

In North Texas, a quiet development project called EPIC City is drawing national attention— and for good reason. Marketed as a “safe, purpose-built community to serve the growing needs of a Muslim community,” the project is spearheaded by EPIC Community Capital Partner, a nonprofit set up by the East Plano Islamic Center. The plans include hundreds of residential lots, a mosque, a private school, and commercial space. While the developers insist the project is open to all an

In a major win for religious liberty and free speech, the IRS has now formally acknowledged what many of us have long asserted: that churches can speak freely to their congregations about political candidates without fear of government retribution. This new guidance — prompted by a legal challenge from two Texas churches and a Christian broadcasters’ association—recognizes such endorsements as internal, faith-based expressions rather than violations of the so-called “Johnson

In a 6–3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that South Carolina may block Medicaid funding from going to Planned Parenthood, handing...

In a major victory for religious liberty and parental rights, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled in Mahmoud v. Taylor that parents may opt...

In a decisive 6–3 ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld Tennessee’s law banning gender transition procedures—including puberty blockers,...

AUSTIN — The United States Supreme Court delivered a resounding victory today for child protection and parental rights, upholding Texas...

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a major victory for parental rights and common-sense protections for children, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled in...

After years of open alignment with Pride events and DEI-driven activism, many major corporations are beginning to quietly distance...

As Pride Month dominates the public square each June, two members of Congress are offering a much-needed alternative—one that honors...

We had a major victory this session: House Bill 1539 (HB 1539), "Materials Harmful to Minors," sponsored by Rep. Bankson, passed the...

This year’s legislative session was marked by unusual disunity between the Florida House, Senate, and Governor’s Office. For the first...