Whose Jesus? Faith battles in midterms

Christian nationalists and left clash over Jesus in American politics.

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Oct 14, 2026

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Whose Jesus? Faith battles in midterms

Christian nationalists and left clash over Jesus in American politics.

In brief

Christian nationalists and left clash over Jesus in American politics. Christian nationalists and left compete over Jesus' role in American politics during midterms. Originally reported by Mother Jones.

Christian nationalism rises

Christian nationalism has grown in America, pushing for Christian theology to govern politics.

Trump's influence

The movement helped Donald Trump win the presidency and now holds power in his second-term cabinet.

Doug Wilson leads

Doug Wilson leads

Doug Wilson, pastor of Christ Church in Moscow, Idaho, co-founded a global network of 160 congregations.

Pete Hegseth connects

Pete Hegseth, Secretary of Defense, brings Doug Wilson to the Pentagon for worship sessions.

What it means

Christian nationalists and left compete over Jesus' role in American politics during midterms.

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