Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth sparked outrage from liberal media elites after hosting a voluntary Christian prayer service at the Pentagon. The 30-minute gathering—attended by military personnel during work hours—featured hymns, scripture readings, and praise for President Trump’s leadership. Critics falsely claimed the event violated separation of church and state, ignoring America’s deep Christian heritage.
Glenn Beck demolished these accusations by exposing the left’s historical illiteracy. Thomas Jefferson himself launched worship services in the House of Representatives that continued for 70 years. Multiple presidents publicly endorsed Christianity while governing. The Founding Fathers never intended to purge faith from public life—only to prevent government control over religion.
Hegseth boldly defended the service, calling it essential for national renewal. “We need prayer now more than ever,” he declared, urging attendees to seek divine guidance in defending freedom. His Tennessee pastor emphasized God’s sovereignty over world events and praised President Trump as a leader chosen to restore moral clarity. The event concluded with military personnel singing “Amazing Grace” together.
Outraged Democrats and media figures labeled the gathering unconstitutional, falsely claiming it forced Christianity on service members. They ignored that attendance was strictly voluntary and that the Pentagon’s interfaith chapel remains open to all religions. This hypocrisy reveals their true goal: erasing Christian influence from American institutions.
Hegseth announced plans to host monthly prayer services, inviting different pastors to address defense personnel. The first event drew standing-room crowds, with many attendees expressing gratitude for spiritual encouragement. One officer called it “a breath of fresh air in a world gone mad with woke ideology.”
Critics focused on the event’s Pentagon auditorium location and Defense Department-branded podium—petty complaints that miss the bigger picture. Our military faces unprecedented threats from China, Russia, and terrorist groups. Prayer strengthens warriors far more than diversity seminars or transgender sensitivity training.
The left’s attacks backfired, energizing conservatives who see faith as America’s foundation. Polls show most Americans support public expressions of religion by leaders. Hegseth’s courage reminds us that faith and freedom are inseparable—a truth our Founding Fathers understood perfectly.
This controversy exposes the left’s war on traditional values. While they attack Christian prayer, they push radical gender theories and anti-American rhetoric in schools. Hegseth’s stand gives hope to millions fighting to preserve America’s Judeo-Christian identity against growing secular tyranny.
