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At the heart of the findings is a claim that while religious belief itself may have been tolerated in private, the Biden administration allegedly moved to restrict how Christians could live out those beliefs in public life. The report asserts that conflicts were most visible around contentious cultural flashpoints, including abortion, gender identity, and sexual orientation policies.
According to the task force, these disputes didn’t remain theoretical—they spilled into everyday life. Employment opportunities, educational access, family decisions, and even medical care were reportedly affected by policy decisions that clashed with religious convictions.
Investigators say they reviewed a wide range of material, including agency enforcement actions, internal policies, employment practices, and testimony from individuals who claim they were directly impacted. The report also cites data gathered from within federal agencies themselves.
One of the most serious accusations involves prosecutions under the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act. The report contends that Biden-era officials pursued “aggressive prosecutions against non-violent, pro-life, Christian demonstrators,” while showing less urgency in addressing violent incidents targeting pro-life organizations.
It further alleges close coordination between pro-abortion advocacy groups and federal prosecutors, claiming these organizations maintained “routine contact” with the Department of Justice. According to the report, activists allegedly supplied evidence, flagged targets, and compiled detailed dossiers on individuals involved in pro-life demonstrations.
Among the most striking claims is this: “The Biden DOJ knowingly withheld evidence that defense counsel requested in order to prepare an affirmative defense for at least one pro-life defendant.”
The report also raises concerns about courtroom conduct. It alleges prosecutors attempted to shape juries based on religious beliefs, stating they “tried to screen out jurors based on their Christian beliefs,” while also claiming that some officials expressed open disdain for pro-life positions.
Sentencing disparities are another flashpoint. According to the findings, “The Biden DOJ requested an average sentence of 26.8 months for pro-life defendants, compared to 12.3 months for pro-choice defendants.”
The task force also revisits controversy surrounding an FBI intelligence memo produced in Richmond, which referenced “traditional Catholics” in discussions about potential extremism. The report argues that federal authorities “investigated, monitored, tracked, and scrutinized traditional Catholics who had engaged in no criminal misconduct.”
It further claims that the FBI relied on questionable sources, including the Southern Poverty Law Center, and assessed risk factors based on religious preferences such as adherence to the Latin Mass or views on social issues.
Tax policy is another area of concern highlighted in the report. It accuses the Internal Revenue Service of disproportionately scrutinizing Christian organizations, particularly when their teachings intersected with political issues.
One cited example alleges a denial of tax-exempt status based on the reasoning: “Bible teachings are typically affiliated with the Republican party and candidates. This disqualifies you from exemption under IRC Section 501(c)(3).”
The Department of Education also comes under fire. The report points to significant financial penalties levied against faith-based institutions like Liberty University and Grand Canyon University, arguing that the fines were excessive when compared to penalties imposed in high-profile abuse scandals at other universities.
It highlights a pointed remark from then-Education Secretary Miguel Cardona, who said regulators were “cracking down” on one institution “not only to shut them down, but [also] to send a message not to prey on students.”
On healthcare policy, the report claims that conscience protections for medical professionals were weakened. It cites a case involving the University of Vermont Medical Center, where a nurse was allegedly forced to participate in an abortion procedure against her religious beliefs.
The broader legal landscape is also scrutinized, particularly the expansion of the Supreme Court’s ruling in Bostock v. Clayton County. The report argues that federal agencies stretched the decision beyond employment law into areas like healthcare, housing, and education—sometimes at the expense of religious liberty.
COVID-19 vaccine mandates represent another major battleground. The report claims that religious exemption requests were often delayed indefinitely or denied outright, leading to professional consequences such as lost promotions, revoked clearances, and even job termination.
In addition, the task force alleges that religious expression was curtailed in public settings. Examples include individuals being asked to remove faith-based attire at federal sites, a Catholic group denied permission to hold a Memorial Day Mass at a national cemetery, and restrictions placed on student-led Bible studies.
The report also criticizes the administration’s broader outreach efforts, suggesting that Christian communities were sidelined in favor of other groups in federal engagement initiatives.
To reinforce its argument, the report invokes George Washington, quoting extensively from his Farewell Address on the importance of religion and morality in sustaining the republic:
“Of all the dispositions and habits which lead to political prosperity, religion and morality are indispensable supports…”
As the task force continues its work, officials say additional findings and recommendations are forthcoming. These could include policy changes or legislative proposals aimed at strengthening religious protections.
For now, the report positions itself as both a warning and a call to action—arguing that once government authority is used to pressure religious expression, the consequences can extend far beyond a single administration.
