Yesterday, a federal court dismissed a suit against Grace Calvary Chapel pastor Josh Blevins. The plaintiff specifically sought to hold Pastor Josh Blevins liable for writing a letter to the St. Joseph City Council posting on his personal Facebook page and preaching a sermon at his church – all urging against an LGBTQ Pastor’s reappointment to a local library board.
Advocates for Faith and Freedom filed a lawsuit on behalf of Alyssa Esquivel, an American Sign Language Special Education Instructional Aide for the San Gabriel Unified School District in Southern California. The lawsuit challenges the School District's directive banning Ms. Esquivel from bringing her Trump-themed backpack and water bottle to campus, as well as the decision to place her on involuntary leave and suspend her without pay for bringing those items to school.
In a whirlwind of political upheaval, the United States stands at a crossroads as we approach the 2024 elections. The recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump has sent shockwaves through the nation, while President Joe Biden’s decision to drop out of the race has further complicated the political landscape. These unprecedented events not only shape the immediate future of our nation but also underscore the intense culture war that continues to divide Americans.
Yesterday, the court has once again ruled in favor of Calvary Chapel San Jose and Calvary Christian Academy, marking a significant victory in the ongoing case started by Cal/OSHA. This decision comes after Cal/OSHA sought to impose penalties based on outdated COVID-19 regulations that are no longer in effect.
The Court erroneously dismissed Pastor Hodges’ lawsuit leading Pastor Hodges to file a Motion to Reconsider. The Court classified Pastor Hodges’ personal religious beliefs as political rhetoric not protected by the First Amendment. By classifying his religious beliefs as political rhetoric and upholding Pastor Hodges’ removal from the Advisory Board, the Court created an unconstitutional litmus test based on religion for those who wish to hold office.
Ms. Tapia received a Notice of Unprofessional Conduct from the District, which included twelve baseless allegations. She was accused of posting offensive content on her personal Instagram, referencing her faith in conversations with students, and expressing controversial opinions on gender identity. The District claimed her posts were racist, offensive, and disrespectful toward individuals based on their sexual orientation. However, these allegations were a gross mischaracterization, as Ms. Tapia loves and respects all people, regardless of sexual orientation, race, or gender.
