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Jun 9, 2026 The Department of Defense removed about 180 faith traditions from the military's recognized religion list Corroborated Power and Authority
The move placed executive authority over religious recognition inside the military, raising concerns about state favoritism and unequal treatment of service members' beliefs.
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- Defense Department Removes Recognized Faiths — On June 4, 2026, the Department of Defense, under Secretary Pete Hegseth, removed approximately 180 faith traditions from its list of recognized religions, leaving only 31, of which 22 are Christian denominations.
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Week 73 – 2026-06-06–2026-06-12
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