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WHO: Jeremy Tedesco, senior counsel and senior vice president of corporate engagement at Alliance Defending Freedom; David Bahnsen, managing partner and chief investment officer of The Bahnsen Group; Sam Brownback, former ambassador at large for international religious freedom, U.S. senator, and governor of Kansas; Scott Shepard, fellow at National Center for Public Research; John Murante, Nebraska state treasurer; and Marlo Oaks, Utah state treasurer WHAT: Press conference following Bahnsen’s proposal Tuesday at JPMorgan Chase’s annual shareholder meeting calling on the board of directors to ...

The following quote may be attributed to Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel Christiana Kiefer regarding a formal comment ADF attorneys submitted Monday urging the Biden administration to withdraw its proposed rule change to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 that would allow males to compete on female sports teams, depriving women and girls of equal athletic opportunities: “The Biden administration’s proposed sports rule is a slap in the face to female athletes who deserve an equal opportunity to compete on the playing field. The proposed rule degrades women and tells them ...

ADF attorneys representing four churches successfully resolve two lawsuits challenging the state’s unconstitutional abortion-coverage mandate

ADF attorneys available for media interviews following hearing Monday

The following quote may be attributed to Alliance Defending Freedom Legal Counsel Stephanie Nichols regarding Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ signing Thursday of SB 1580, a bill that protects doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals and organizations from being forced to participate in health care services that violate their conscience: “Americans shouldn’t be forced to violate their ethical and religious beliefs, and this certainly includes doctors, nurses, and other medical providers. Thankfully, SB 1580 is a strong step in outlining comprehensive protections in Florida law for medical ...

ADF attorneys file brief urging state’s high court to allow Roosevelt County to comply with federal law

The following quote may be attributed to Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel Caleb Dalton regarding the University of Texas at Arlington’s decision to rescind a $28,600 charge that officials had unconstitutionally billed Turning Point USA to cover security for two small campus events. ADF sent a letter to UTA officials two weeks ago requesting they rescind the charge because they violated TPUSA’s First Amendment rights when they illegitimately charged the student group the high security fees following their events: “Charging more than $28,000 for two small events is prohibitively ...

The following quote may be attributed to Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel Zack Pruitt regarding Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey’s signing Monday of SB 59, a bill that protects the private information of individuals who support charities and other nonprofit organizations: “Every American should be free to peacefully support causes they believe in without fear of harassment or intimidation. We have seen states irresponsibly mandate disclosures that endanger donors, foster a culture of doxing, and discourage charitable giving. SB 59 is an important step in guaranteeing privacy protections for ...

ADF attorneys file friend-of-the-court brief on behalf of eight pro-life organizations urging state’s high court to uphold fetal heartbeat law

The following quote may be attributed to Alliance Defending Freedom Legal Counsel Greg Chafuen regarding Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte’s signing Friday of HB 443, a bill that ensures that Montana’s licensed professionals are free to live and work according to their faith: “Americans should be free to live and work consistent with their religious beliefs without fear of unjust punishment from the government. HB 443 protects Montana’s licensed professionals who exercise their constitutional right to free speech or religious exercise from being targeted by licensing agencies or other licensed ...