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Federal Court Strikes Down Pelosi-Era Rule Barring Public Prayer on Capitol Steps in First Amendment Victory
May 17, 2024, 09:47 PM
A federal court has struck down a rule from the Pelosi era that barred public prayer and protests on the steps of the U.S. Capitol. The ruling, which is seen as a significant victory for First Amendment rights, came as a result of a lawsuit filed by Rev. Patrick Mahoney, who was arrested on the Capitol steps in 2021. Prominent civil rights lawyer Harmeet Dhillon and her team at the Liberty Center represented Mahoney in this case. The court's decision underscores the importance of free speech and religious freedom, allowing the public to use the Capitol steps for prayer and protests. This ruling follows a three-year legal battle and has been celebrated by advocates for constitutional rights.
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