Former President Donald Trump is set to read a Bible verse from the Oval Office, following a recent feud with the Pope and backlash from many Christians over his actions. This comes just days after he deleted an AI-generated image that sparked controversy.

Meanwhile, the ‘America Reads the Bible’ event has kicked off in Washington, D.C., attracting hundreds who gathered on a red carpet for a weeklong celebration of scripture. The juxtaposition of these events highlights the ongoing national conversation around the role of the Bible in American life and politics.