Oklahoma's Bible Bid: A Strange Twist

Something peculiar is happening in Oklahoma. The state wants to buy 55,000 Bibles for its schools, but the rules are so specific that only two versions fit the bill – and they're both backed by former President Donald Trump. This isn't just any Bible; it must be a King James Version bound in leather or something similar, and include key U.S. documents like the Pledge of Allegiance and the Constitution. Some folks are wondering if this is all about favoring Trump-endorsed Bibles over others.

The God Bless the U.S.A. Bible and the We The People Bible meet these requirements, but they're pricey – around $60 to $90 each. Meanwhile, regular King James Version Bibles can be had for less than $3 online, or even free on apps. Four civil rights groups are looking into where the $3 million budget for this comes from. They want to know if it's a legitimate use of taxpayer money or a secret signal to Trump.

Actions