Religious Freedom

Federal judge blocks New York’s coronavirus attendance limits for religious services

Indoor religious gatherings are currently limited to 25 percent capacity under phase 2 of New York state’s reopening under the coronavirus, while retail stores and industry are limited to 50 percent capacity.

By Marcy Oster June 28, 2020 11:15 am

California Jewish legislators hang mezuzahs on office doors in symbolic move

A bill signed into law over the summer recess prohibits landlords from banning the religious items.

August 14, 2019 10:56 am

Mike Pence cites attacks on European Jews to make a point about bigotry

Threats to religious minorities can come not just in authoritarian regimes but also in free societies, the vice president told government officials from 80 countries.

July 26, 2018 5:42 pm