President Donald Trump has taken significant steps to advance the interests of conservative Christians during his first half-year in office, energizing his base with policies and appointments that prioritize religious expression and conservative values. His administration has allowed political endorsements from the pulpit, encouraged religious activity in federal workplaces, and created faith-focused government entities with influential Christian leaders. Trump has also enacted measures targeting transgender rights, expanded religious exemptions, and appointed prominent religious conservatives to key positions, including the ambassadorship to Israel. Critics argue these moves erode the separation of church and state, while supporters praise the administration for restoring religion to a central role in public life.