“Appeal to Heaven” Flag

Trump Worries About Heaven Prospects

At the National Prayer Breakfast, President Donald Trump voiced his belief that he should likely make it into heaven, citing the good he has done for religion. He lamented that past jokes about his heavenly prospects were misconstrued by the media, specifically referencing a New York Times story. Trump also admitted to attending the event because he “needs all the help he can get,” a sentiment echoed by his previous statements about seeking entry into heaven as motivation for ending the war in Ukraine.

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Education Dept. Official Displays Flag Linked to Christian Nationalism, Jan. 6

A flag associated with Christian nationalism and the January 6th insurrection has been observed outside the office of a high-ranking official at the U.S. Department of Education. The flag, bearing the phrase “An Appeal to Heaven,” has been adopted by Christian nationalist groups and was present at the Capitol riot. The Education Department’s union stated that the agency should not display symbols associated with insurrectionists, raising concerns about the separation of church and state. The department has not confirmed the flag’s presence or addressed the concerns.

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