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Trump-Backed Faith Event Draws Criticism Over Church-State Blurring
A national prayer event featuring conservative Christians and backed by Donald Trump has sparked controversy. Critics are decrying the perceived blurring of lines between church and state, with one speaker suggesting God "raised up" Trump.
17 May, 17:30 — 17 May, 21:28
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ReutersVery High5h ago
Trump-backed faith event features conservative Christians as critics decry blurring of church-state lines - Reuters
Trump-backed faith event features conservative Christians as critics decry blurring of church-state lines Reuters
Read full article →The IndependentMostly Factual1h ago
Speaker says God ‘raised up’ Trump to build White House ballroom at national prayer event
Trump also delivered a message at the Rededicate 250 event
By Eric Garcia
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First report: Reuters · 17 May, 17:30|Full coverage: 2 · 4h|Window: 4h
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