The United States Department of Justice has released a comprehensive report alleging that the previous administration engaged in a systematic campaign of anti-Christian bias, utilizing federal prosecutions and policy initiatives to target individuals based on their faith. Published on Thursday, April 30, 2026, the findings are the culmination of an extensive interagency investigation into the “weaponization” of government resources against Christian Americans.
The 200-page report, titled “The 2026 Report by the Task Force to Eradicate Anti-Christian Bias,” details how federal agencies allegedly pursued a radical policy agenda that infringed upon Christian beliefs and the free exercise of religion. According to the Justice Department, the investigation involved seventeen federal agencies and is supported by more than 1,100 footnotes and 300 pages of exhibits Justice Department Press Release.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, who serves as the Chair of the Task Force, stated that the report exposes a period where Americans lived in fear of federal punishment for their faith. Blanche emphasized that the Department of Justice is now working to “restore integrity” to the prosecutorial system and ensure that selective prosecution based on religious beliefs does not recur.
Allegations of Collusion and ‘Dossiers’ on Pro-Life Advocates
A significant portion of the report focuses on the alleged misuse of the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act. The FACE Act is a federal law that prohibits the obstruction or blocking of entrances to reproductive health care centers, including abortion clinics and pregnancy resource centers. The report alleges that under the leadership of former Attorney General Merrick Garland, the law was “weaponized” against pro-life protesters and activists.
The findings suggest a high level of coordination between Biden administration Justice Department officials and pro-abortion advocacy organizations. Specifically, the report alleges that the government colluded with these groups to create personal “dossiers” on Christian pro-life advocates. These dossiers reportedly contained sensitive personal information, including home addresses, driver’s license numbers, and photographs of the activists’ families and minor children.
According to the report, this collaboration included the utilize of “security reports” provided by non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to monitor the movements and advocacy work of pro-life individuals. In one cited instance from 2021, a pro-choice group allegedly submitted a 137-page memorandum to the Task Force and the FBI detailing a pro-life conference, including lodging and schedules, which the report claims led to subsequent federal prosecutions.
The report further alleges that the Justice Department’s National Task Force on Violence Against Reproductive Health Care Providers maintained direct communication with the security teams of organizations such as the National Abortion Federation (NAF), the Planned Parenthood Federation of America, and the Feminist Majority Foundation. The report claims that NAF’s security team was regarded by the Task Force as an “MVP” for its ability to flag protests in real-time, often alerting federal officials before local law enforcement could respond.
The Impact of Selective Prosecution and Federal Pardons
The report argues that these practices created a “two-tiered system of justice,” where peaceful Christians were targeted while other offenses were ignored. This pattern of prosecution reportedly targeted individuals for activities the report characterizes as First Amendment-protected speech and prayer. This includes the pursuit of multi-year prison sentences for individuals praying or singing hymns outside facilities.
To address these perceived injustices, President Donald Trump issued full and unconditional pardons on January 23, 2025, for nearly two dozen pro-life activists who had been prosecuted under the FACE Act The White House Presidential Action. Those granted clemency included a Catholic priest, a 75-year-old grandmother, an 87-year-old woman, and a father of 11 children.
The report asserts that the Biden administration’s policies regularly clashed with a Christian worldview, particularly regarding issues of life, family, marriage, and medical decisions. By penalizing those who lived in accordance with these beliefs, the report claims the government effectively sought to “squelch faith in the public square.”
Legal Framework and Institutional Responses
The Task Force to Eradicate Anti-Christian Bias was established under Executive Order 14202, signed on February 6, 2025 Executive Order on Eradicating Anti-Christian Bias. The order cites the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, the Religious Freedom Restoration Act of 1993, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as the legal foundations for protecting religious liberty and prohibiting government interference with the exercise of religion.
While the current administration presents these findings as a necessary correction to government overreach, other organizations have challenged the narrative. An analysis conducted by the Interfaith Alliance following the initial executive order found no evidence of widespread anti-Christian bias in the United States. The Alliance suggested that the task force’s focus might instead “weaponize a narrow understanding of religious freedom to legitimize discrimination against marginalized groups” NBC News Report.
Key Findings Summary
| Area of Concern | Reported Action | Alleged Impact |
|---|---|---|
| FACE Act Enforcement | Coordination with pro-abortion NGOs to identify targets | Selective prosecution of pro-life activists |
| Surveillance | Creation of “dossiers” including family photos | Intimidation of faith-based advocates |
| Interagency Scope | Input from 17 federal agencies | Identification of systemic “anti-Christian bias” |
| Legal Remedies | Pardons issued Jan 23, 2025 | Restoration of liberty for “nearly two dozen” individuals |
The publication of this report marks a significant shift in the Department of Justice’s approach to religious liberty and the enforcement of the FACE Act. By documenting these incidents through over 1,100 footnotes, the Trump administration aims to create a permanent record of what it describes as the “weaponization” of the federal government.
As the Justice Department continues to review internal records and policies, the next official checkpoint will be the implementation of novel prosecutorial guidelines intended to prevent selective prosecution based on religious belief. Further updates on these guidelines are expected to be released by the Office of the Attorney General in the coming months.
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