Franklin Graham’s ongoing efforts to curb President Trump’s use of profanity highlight the tension between political rhetoric and moral leadership. The evangelist revealed he repeatedly urged Trump to avoid “salty” language during speeches, citing Matthew 12:36’s warning about judgment for careless words. While Trump publicly dismissed the advice as “wrong” during rallies, Graham claims the president now references their correspondence when catching himself mid-swear – suggesting some private reflection. This spiritual guidance hasn’t diminished Graham’s staunch support for Trump’s policies, including border enforcement measures praised as necessary for national security.
The conservative movement mourns the loss of trailblazer Mia Love, who succumbed to glioblastoma at 49. As the first Black Republican woman in Congress, Love championed fiscal responsibility and immigration reform during her two terms representing Utah. Her final public message urged Americans to preserve constitutional liberties, writing: “May the flame of enduring principles of liberty guide future generations”. Her battle with brain cancer ended peacefully at home surrounded by family, leaving behind a legacy of breaking barriers in GOP politics.
President Trump invoked the Alien Enemies Act – last used during WWII – to deport 238 alleged Tren de Aragua gang members to El Salvador. The March 15th proclamation bypassed normal immigration proceedings, with officials arguing wartime powers permit swift removal of foreign threats. Despite a federal judge’s emergency order blocking the action, deportation flights continued mid-hearing – landing in Central America minutes after the court ruling. Legal experts like Sen. Rand Paul express constitutional concerns, noting the Act provides “limited legal process” for those declared national security risks.
Key developments:
– El Salvador agreed to detain deportees for $5.2M annual fee
– ACLU challenges removals, citing due process violations
– Administration claims compliance with written (not verbal) court orders
– At least one deportee reportedly lacked gang ties
The administration defends the move as necessary to combat Venezuelan-linked crime networks infiltrating border crossings. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated: “A single judge can’t direct the movements of an aircraft carrier full of foreign terrorists”. Legal battles continue as courts weigh wartime powers against Fifth Amendment protections.
“Do not fear, for I am with you… I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” – Isaiah 41:10 anchors the spiritual dimension of these events, reflecting the faith perspectives shaping current policy debates.
