President Donald Trump has signed an executive order reestablishing the White House Faith Office, a move aimed at strengthening the role of faith-based organizations in government initiatives. The office, which will operate within the Domestic Policy Council, is designed to support religious institutions and community groups in their efforts to address social issues and expand outreach programs.
Under the new directive, the White House Faith Office will work closely with religious leaders and faith-based organizations to develop policy recommendations and coordinate initiatives that promote family values and community service. The office will also assist religious groups in accessing federal grants and resources while ensuring that religious liberty protections are upheld.
The executive order follows the creation of a task force led by Attorney General Pam Bondi to investigate claims of anti-Christian bias within the federal government. The administration has framed the move as a step toward eliminating barriers that faith-based organizations face when engaging with public policy and federal programs.
Supporters of the initiative have praised it as a necessary effort to strengthen the relationship between religious groups and the government, while critics argue that it blurs the line between church and state. Despite the controversy, the White House has stated that the office will continue working to expand faith-based partnerships and promote religious freedoms across the country.