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The Department of Labor has issued guidance to ensure that religious organizations have equal protection when participating in the Department's grant programs. This guidance aligns with Executive Order 13798, which promotes religious liberty, and reflects recent regulatory changes. It reaffirms that faith-based organizations can compete for grants on the same basis as secular ones, without discrimination due to their religious nature. Additionally, the guidance outlines processes for religious groups to seek exemptions from certain non-discrimination requirements related to employment practices.

On the 850th anniversary of the martyrdom of Saint Thomas Becket, President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation recognizing his legacy as a defender of religious freedom. Becket, who was killed in 1170 for opposing the King's attempts to control the Church, is remembered as a symbol of resistance against religious oppression. The proclamation emphasizes the importance of religious liberty in American society and pledges to continue defending the rights of believers worldwide. President Trump urges Americans to commemorate Becket's life and legacy through ceremonies in schools and churches.