Thousands Attend White House Prayer Rally in Washington

Thousands of Christians gathered in Washington on May 17 for a day-long prayer festival, a rally backed by the Trump administration that has faced criticism for promoting Christian nationalism.

18 May, 10:24 — 18 May, 17:03

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The event highlights the intersection of religion and politics in the United States, particularly within the context of the current administration. Such rallies can be seen as demonstrations of religious influence in public life and have previously sparked debates about the separation of church and state.

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White House prayer rally draws thousands to Washington

Christians gathered for a day-long prayer festival held in Washington on May 17. The rally, backed by the Trump administration, has drawn criticism for promoting Christian nationalism, undermining the separation of church and state. Americans who travelled from across the country said it's a response to what they see as a decline of religious values, although Trump's approval rating among white Evangelicals has declined.

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