9th Circ. Says Christian Ministry Can Reject Gay Applicants

By Anne Cullen · January 6, 2026, 5:05 PM EST

The Ninth Circuit ruled Tuesday that a Christian ministry is constitutionally clear to refuse employment to people based on their sexual orientation, explaining that the First Amendment allows religious ministries to...

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Case Information

Case Title

Union Gospel Mission of Yakima Washington v. Brown, et al.

Case Number

24-7246

Court

Appellate - 9th Circuit

Nature of Suit

Date Filed

December 02, 2024