The White House Faith Office and several faith leaders from across the country joined President Donald Trump for a prayer in the Oval Office on Wednesday.
The Trump administration posted a photo of at least 16 faith leaders gathered around the President while he sat at his desk.
The post, shared on X and Instagram, was captioned: ‘The White House Faith Office and Faith Leaders from across the country joined President Trump to pray in the Oval Office.’
William Wolfe, the Executive Director of the Center for Baptist Leadership, was among the attendees who prayed for the president.
Wolfe explained that the White House Faith Office invited the various religious leaders to come for a ‘listening session’ to talk about policies and priorities that are important to Christians.
The religious leader added that the White House Faith Office exists to advance policy that matters to Christians, such as protecting girls’ sports, pro-life issues, eradicating anti-Christian bias in the government and much more.
He also noted that ‘it’s not enough’ that the left’s anti-Christian agenda has been put on pause, as he continued to stress the importance of Christians getting involved now.
‘We had a chance to go around the table and talk about what matters to us,’ Wolfe said of the Wednesday meeting at the White House.
1. William Wolfe
William Wolfe, 36, is a former senior official in the Trump administration, where he served as served as both a Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense at the Pentagon and a Director of Legislative Affairs at the Department of State.
Prior to his service in the President's administration, Wolfe worked for Heritage Action for America - a conservative advocacy organization - and as a Congressional Staffer for three different members of Congress, including former Rep. Dave Brat.
During Trump's second run for the US Presidency, Wolfe, a self-described 'Christian-nationalist,' claimed that the President was 'cloaking' his actual 'radical' beliefs while on the campaign trail - and even commended him for doing so.
'I actually think there's wisdom in cloaking some of your power levels and maybe some of the things that you're trying to do, and then once you secure power, and you have it, you govern in a more extreme position,' Wolfe said.
William Wolfe, 36, is a former senior official in the Trump administration, where he served as served as both a Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense at the Pentagon and a Director of Legislative Affairs at the Department of State
'I think Trump is one of the first Republican candidates I've ever seen in my lifetime who has done that,' he added during a conversation on X Spaces on April, 16, 2024.
'Power levels,' a popular term in online far-right and white supremacist circles, refers to the degree of a person's extremism or radicalization.
The term is most often used when discussing the need to 'hide your power levels' while infiltrating mainstream conservative and Republican organizations, the Huffington Post reported.
'I am confident with the people that I see lining up to be with Trump in a second term that regardless of what the rhetoric looks like during this campaign season, that he would actually govern in a more conservative and more aggressive fashion in the White House,' Wolfe added during the audio call.
'That's something that I think we need to be comfortable with and maybe we should use - maybe even some other conservative Republicans out there who want to run for office and gain power and use it to do radical scary conservative things should consider doing.'
Wolfe currently serves as the Executive Director of the Center for Baptist Leadership - a national nonprofit organization, whose mission is to 'revitalize the Southern Baptist Convention by cultivating courageous and uncompromising Baptist leadership for the 21st century.'
Originally from North Carolina, the faith leader is married to Lauren Wolfe and they share three children together, Evan, Jack and Daniel.
Following the religious meeting in the Oval Office, the former White House official took to social media to share his thoughts.
'It was a huge honor to represent @BaptistLeaders and meet @realDonaldTrump today along with other Christian leaders and pray for him in the Oval Office,' Wolfe wrote on X.
'It's been an incredible day - been keeping this under wraps until it happened, but can't wait to share more!!'
2. Jim Garlow
Jim Garlow, 77, is the founder and CEO of Well Versed, a ministry to members of Congress, Ambassadors at the United Nations in New York City and other elected leaders.
Garlow's work centers around bringing biblical principles of governance to the government's leaders.
During a meeting at Trump's Mar-a-Lago palace on November 17, 2023, Garlow, a self-proclaimed 'Christian internationalist,' underscored his belief that Christians are meant to be in control - to advance the Kingdom of God across the planet.
He even advised Americans to 'break up with their pastors' if the religious leaders don't use the pulpit to advance 'the issues that God has commanded us to.'
Jim Garlow, 77, is the founder and CEO of Well Versed, a ministry to members of Congress, Ambassadors at the United Nations in New York City and other elected leaders
'We don't just "preach Jesus." We preach what Jesus preached. He preached the Kingdom … What's the King over? Everything. Including the governmental and political realm.'
Based in San Diego, California, the 77-year-old previously served on the President's Faith Advisory team and has met in small delegations with 10 presidents and prime ministers from around the world.
The MAGA pastor is also associated with an evangelical movement called the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) which has an unusual obsession with earthly power.
Garlow is an author, communicator, commentator, historian, cultural observer and has served most of his adult life as a pastor.
He can be heard daily on nearly 800 radio outlets nationwide in his one-minute commentary called 'The Garlow Perspective,' and has appeared on numerous national television networks.
He co-hosts the World Prayer Network every Wednesday and Sunday night, interviewing top newsmakers and government officials, followed by extensive prayer.
Garlow has written 21 books. His book titled 'Well Versed: Biblical Answers to Today's Tough Issues' even earned a spot on the New York Times Bestseller list.
In 2013, the well-known pastor became a widower. However, he married a year later in 2014. Together, he and his wife, Rosemary Schindler, have eight children, eight grandsons and three granddaughters.
Writing on X, formerly Twitter, about the President's religious meeting, Garlow said: 'White House just released this photo of Faith Leaders meeting with the President yesterday. We had a very spiritually profitable meeting.'
3. Owen Strachan
Owen Strachan, 43, is an American Calvinist theologian and a known critic of 'wokeness.'
Strachan commended the Trump administration on Monday, claiming a 'HUGE WIN' for girls in Maine - where he was born and raised.
'HUGE WIN. Girls in Maine are being protected by the Trump administration, and I rejoice in that,' he wrote on X.
He has been an outspoken advocate against allowing 'biological males in girls' sports.
Owen Strachan, 43, is an American Calvinist theologian and a known critic of 'wokeness'
He previously served as the provost of Grace Bible Theological Seminary in Arkansas before becoming the Senior Director of the Dobson Culture Center, in Louisville, Kentucky, in June 2024.
The Dobson Culture Center, founded by the James Dobson Family Institute, is a project which aims to equip believers to live Scripturally-rooted lives and engage culture with a biblical worldview.
Earlier this year, Strachan shared a prayer for President Trump that came with caution: 'Pray for your current leader, but put your hope and trust in Christ and Christ alone.'
Strachan also spearheads his own podcast, Grace and Truth with Owen Strachan, for which he has been described as 'an influential person among the right-most flank of the SBC.'
The Maine-born religious leader also co-authored an article published in Christianity Today titled 'Three Views: After Domestic Violence, Why Should a Christian Wife Call the Police, Not a Pastor, First?' along with religious advocates, Tawana Davis and Lindsey and Justin Holcomb.
4. David Rose
David Rose is an outspoken MAGA supporter who serves as the President of the Lake Havasu Unified School District School Board in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.
A passionate advocate against DEI, 'grooming' and biological males in women's sports, Rose was invited to the White House to attend Wednesday's 'special meeting.
'Today I received an invitation to attend a special meeting at the White House next week. I am honored,' he wrote in a Facebook post on March 12.
David Rose is an outspoken MAGA supporter who serves as the President of the Lake Havasu Unified School District School Board in Lake Havasu City, Arizona
Following the exclusive 'special meeting,' Rose once again took to Facebook to applaud President Trump and his respective administration.
'Amazing Meeting in the Oval Today with POTUS! Today I had the distinct honor of sharing with the President all of the great things that is happening with our LHUSD Governing Board,' he wrote.
Adding: 'POTUS was thrilled about our NO DEI, No Grooming, and No Boys in Girls Private Spaces policies. It was an even greater honor to join fellow faith leaders and pray for President Trump! There is no greater time to be an American than right now!'
5. Mario Bramnick
Mario Bramnick, 66, is well-known in important Republican Party circles and an influential evangelical voice aligned with the controversial political movement known as Christian nationalism.
He currently leads a congregation of about 300 people in Cooper City, Florida, called New Wine Ministries.
Over the past several years, Bramnick has had the ear of powerful politicians including president Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Mario Bramnick, 66, is well-known in important Republican Party circles and an influential evangelical voice aligned with the controversial political movement known as Christian nationalism
He serves on the Faith and Community Advisory Council, a board of 25 members appointed by Florida governor Ron DeSantis.
He was among evangelical delegations that met in Jerusalem last year in March with Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. His steadfast support of Trump that has helped to amplify his profile and influence.
In the wake of the 2020 election, Bramnick hosted a series of global prayer calls -attended by right-wing politicians and like-minded believers - in support of Trump's false claims of a stolen election.
In 2023, as a key evangelical advisor to the former president, he prayed over Trump outside the Versailles Cafe in Miami.
Bramnick is also a leader in the New Apostolic Reformation and a self-proclaimed 'Apostle' - or someone who believes they can communicate directly with God.
Along with other Florida NAR leaders, Bramnick has advocated for Christians to take over key positions of influence with the goal of creating a Christian nation.
The Florida-native is a 'husband and father of six beautiful children,' according to his Instagram.
6. Jenny Korn
Jennifer Korn, 52, is a US government official currently serving as deputy assistant to the president and Faith Director of the White House Faith Office.
Appointed to the role on February 7, her position involves managing specific policy areas and often serves as a second-in-command for that area.
She previously served in the Trump administration as Deputy Director of the White House Office of Public Liaison and during the 2016 Presidential Election leading Latino, Minority, Faith, Veteran and other coalition engagement for historic gains among these communities.
Jennifer Korn (left), 52, is US government official currently serving as deputy assistant to the president and Faith Director of the White House Faith Office. Pictured: Jennifer Korn with President Donald Trump
Korn has served two decades working to elect officials and implement policies at the national and state levels to improve the lives of these important constituencies.
A Los Angeles-native, Korn previously led Hispanic outreach for the George W. Bush 2004 presidential campaign and served as the director of Hispanic and Women's affairs during Bush's second term.
Korn's close friend, Jesse Holguin, is an ex-gang member who was shot and paralyzed, and later co-founded the LEXIT movement to encourage Latinos to break away from the Democrat Party.
On his X, he expressed pride and support for his sister, writing, 'Congratulations to my sister... She is serving the White House as Deputy Assistant to the President...'
She is also a proud military spouse.
'THE PRESIDENT IS SERIOUS ABOUT Prayer & Defending Religious Freedom… But he also has a great sense of humor!' she wrote on X, following the Oval Office meeting.
'Today our @WhiteHouse Faith Office met with pastors & faith leaders then @realDonaldTrump welcomed us to the Oval Office for Prayer, to discuss faith in America & share a few humorous stories.'
7. Erik Dellenback
Erik Dellenback, 41, currently serves as the Governor's Liaison for Faith and Community as well as the Executive Director of Hope Florida.
During his time with the state, Florida has led the nation with faith engagement making Florida the most faith and community-friendly state in the country, according to flgov.com.
Now, Erik leads Hope Florida, an initiative created by the state's First Lady Casey DeSantis, which aims to help Floridians gain access to services and resources that can help them achieve economic independence and self-sufficiency.
Erik Dellenback, 41, currently serves as the Governor's Liaison for Faith and Community as well as the Executive Director of Hope Florida
Appointed to his role 5 years ago, he previosuly worked as a consultant to several of the nation's leading non-profits and helping begin and lead For Others - a non-profit working towards a solution to America's foster care crisis, with Christian musician Chris Tomlin.
Prior to that, he served as the founding President and Executive Director of the Tim Tebow Foundation for seven years, serving from its inception until 2017.
Before his time at TTF, Erik spent more than 11 years working with the Gator Bowl Association, including a role as the Vice President/Chief Marketing Officer and founding Director of the ACC Football Championship when the conference expanded.
Throughout his career, Erik has been blessed to have had many titles including movie producer, business & non-profit executive, college professor, speaker and entrepreneur.
He is a graduate of the University of Florida and together with his wife, Elizabeth, they have five children.
8. Jeff Schwarzentraub
Jeff Schwarzentraub, 54, is the founder and Senior Pastor of BRAVE Church - a non-denominational church - in Denver, Colorado.
Schwarzentraub started the ministry in 2010 and has since grown BRAVE to have three Denver-area campuses as well as an online venue with the ability to reach thousands across the country.
Jeff Schwarzentraub, 54, is the founder and Senior Pastor of BRAVE Church - a non-denominational church - in Denver, Colorado
He also spearheads a daily radio show in which he spreads his 'deep love for the church and passion for the spread of the gospel and the advancement of the kingdom.'
He is married to his wife, Kimberly, and together, they share three children, according to his bio page on his website, PastorJeff.com.
Following the faith-first meeting with President Trump, the proud pastor took to Instagram to share his gratitude.
'It was an honor to meet with other faith leaders and pray over @realDonaldTrump in the Oval Office today!!' he wrote on Wednesday.
9. Samuel Rodriguez
Samuel Rodriguez, 55, is the President of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference - a predominantly Hispanic, faith-centered, biblically based, non-partisan organization.
He is also the lead pastor of New Season, 'one of America's most influential mega churches,' and has been recognized by CNN, Fox News and several other national media outlets as 'America's most influential Latino/Hispanic faith leader,' according to his website, PastorSam.com.
Earlier in his career, Rodriguez served as an advisor for Presidents Bush, Obama, and Trump and is the first Hispanic American to have participated in two different Presidential inauguration ceremonies.
However, after he was seen praying before President Trump during his first inauguration ceremony, the advocative pastor spoke out against Trump's decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program.
Samuel Rodriguez, 55, is the President of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference - a predominantly Hispanic, faith-centered, biblically based, non-partisan organization
'I want to speak both to the White House and Congress and elevate the idea that we can't play politics with 800,000 young men and women,' he told NPR in 2018.
'It is morally reprehensible. For goodness sake, enough is enough. They can't be bargaining chips in a deal.'
Notably, the pastor, along with several other conservative Christian pastors, signed an open letter in 2017, acknowledging statements the President made condemning white supremacy and the Ku Klux Klan.
The letter, penned by dozens of evangelical Christian leaders, asked Trump to 'condemn the alt-right movement,' calling the movement 'racist, evil and antithetical to a well-ordered, peaceful society.'
The 55-year-old pastor has authored 12 books including 'Persevere with Power' and 'Your Mess, God's Miracle'. In addition, he is the executive producer of three films including BREAKTHROUGH and FLAMIN HOT currently streaming on Disney Plus.
Rodriguez is the recipient of the Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Award presented by the Congress of Racial Equality.
The Bethlehem, Pennsylvania-native is married to his wife, Eva Rodriguez, which whom he shares three children, Yvonne, Nathan and Lauren.
Following the religious gathering inside the Oval Office on Wednesday, Rodriguez took to X to share his gratitude for being able to 'pray before three US Presidents.'
In the post, he shared a moving story from when he was a 'young teenager.' Rodriguez describes a visit from a then-prominent choir director who delivered a message to the aspiring faith leader.
'When I was a young teenager, a man named Bernie Gillott visited my home church with the Teen Challenge Choir, where he served as the choir director. In the middle of a song, he suddenly stopped and announced that God had a word for a young man named Sammy.
'Being the only Sammy in the congregation, I was called forward. Bernie then spoke a prophetic word over me, describing much of what I am doing today, and concluded with these powerful words: 'You will pray for Presidents of the United States!'' he wrote in the post.
'By God's grace, I have had the honor of praying for three U.S. Presidents. Today, that prophetic word came to life once again as I laid hands on and prayed for President Trump.'
'This moment was not just political -it was prophetic. I am deeply grateful for Pastor Paula White, Jenny Korn, and the White House team. Now, more than ever, we must pray for righteousness, justice, truth, and love to fill our nation -for the glory of Christ, for such a time as this,' he concluded.
10. Travis Johnson
Travis Johnson, 51, is the lead pastor at Pathway Church in Mobile, Alabama.
Ahead of Trump's reelection in November, Johnson traveled the nation with the now-President, for years, he has 'shared the Word of God' with Trump and prayed over him.
Johnson has since become popular online thanks to his to-the-point teachings on right and wrong according to scripture, convinced the 2024 election would 'determine the future of America and the future of Christians,' 1819 News reported.
In addition to his devout faith, the Alabama-native is known for his strong anti-abortion stance.
'Life is on the ballot,' Johnson said while on the campaign trail with the 47th President. 'We're talking unashamed, unabashed, full-term abortion, even partial birth abortion for any reason. It's all on the line.'
Travis Johnson, 51, is the lead pastor at Pathway Church in Mobile, Alabama
'A secure Israel, a strong America, the nuclear family, it matters,' he continued. 'When you think about, well, at least in my world, Christians, evangelicals, make up the largest voting bloc of any voting bloc. And we reach across some other sectors, you know, racial lines, etc.'
Johnson reminded voters ahead of the most recent election that they 'are not electing a pastor but a president,' however, he believes the Lord is using Trump for His good.
'I think the Lord has used him, and I think the Lord can use him again,' he said.
'If you want to pay for illegal aliens, violent criminals who are in prison for raping and killing to receive gender reassignment surgery with your tax money, then don't vote for President Trump because that's not a part of his platform or his policy,' Johnson continued.
'But if you want a strong America, if you want to secure Israel. We're on the brink of a major war all over the world. If you don't want to see partial-birth abortion, if you don't want your daughters to compete against men for college scholarships and athletics, then you would vote for President Trump.'
Johnson shares six children, Annabelle, Rowan, Hannah, Aiden, Micah and Killian, with his wife, Brigid.
After the meeting with the President and other prolific faith leaders from around the country, Johnson said he was 'honored' to have had the opportunity.
'Honored to lead a prayer today for our great president @realDonaldTrump!' he wrote on X.
11. Robert Jeffress
Robert Jeffress, 69, is the senior pastor of the 16,000-member First Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas, and a sought-after commentator on Fox News and other major media outlets.
Jeffress is an author of over thirty books, including Perfect Ending, Not All Roads Lead to Heaven, and Choosing the Extraordinary Life.
His writings and his daily television program, Pathway to Victory, which airs on TBN each day, 'guides individuals toward a life of purpose rooted in biblical principles,' according to its website.
Jeffress holds a Doctor of Ministry from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, a Master of Theology from Dallas Theological Seminary, and a Bachelor of Science from Baylor University.
Robert Jeffress, 69, is the senior pastor of the 16,000-member First Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas, and a sought-after commentator on Fox News and other major media outlets
His academic achievements and passion for teaching have earned him recognition as Distinguished Alumnus of the Year from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and an adjunct professorship at Dallas Theological Seminary.
Throughout his career, Jeffress has made a number of inflammatory comments, both about political issues and individuals.
He once referred to President Obama as a 'false prophet' and suggested that other religious leaders who did not support Trump were misleading their followers.
He also drew criticism for his remarks about various religions, including Islam, which he referred to as a 'false religion,' and for his comments about LGBTQ+ issues, which many found offensive.
Ahead of the President's re-election in November, Jeffress expressed 'gratitude to God' about Trump and his 'hope' for the future of the country.
'I believe most evangelicals, conservative Catholics and conservative Jews all view President Trump's re-election with a feeling of relief and gratitude to God,' the faith leader told Fox News.
He has been known to support Israel, anti-trans agendas and has been outspoken about his unfavorable opinions towards 'extreme environmental positions.'
'I'm talking about things that have caused confusion in our country over the last four years. Embracing the transgender agenda, which is confusing our children,' he said, adding, 'wavering in our support of Israel, our only reliable ally in the Middle East.'
'And following extreme environmental positions that may have actually caused rather than prevented some of the disasters we're seeing.'
Jeffress is married to Amy Jeffress with whom he shares two daughters, GIllian and Dorothy.
12. Paula White
Paula White, 58, is a prominent American televangelist, author and pastor.
She is best known for her role as a spiritual advisor to former President Donald Trump and for her leadership at City of Destiny, a Christian megachurch in Apopka, Florida.
She became widely known for her association with Trump, serving as one of his most prominent evangelical supporters, and in 2017, she was appointed as the spiritual advisor to the president.
Paula White, 58, is a prominent American televangelist, author and pastor
The 58-year-old faith leader played an instrumental role in mobilizing evangelical support for Trump during the 2016 election and throughout his presidency.
She was a key figure in his Evangelical Advisory Board, often offering public prayers for Trump and his administration.
Over the years, White has made several controversial statements, one of the most notable came in 2020 when she made a highly publicized comment, referring to the 'angelic reinforcement' that Trump was receiving from God during the election process.
She has also faced backlash for her support of the prosperity gospel movement, which teaches that faith, positive declarations and financial donations can lead to material success.
Critics argue that such theology exploits vulnerable people for financial gain and misrepresents Christian teachings.
Her wealth, which includes lavish homes and a luxurious lifestyle, has even led to scrutiny of her ministry's financial practices, with some arguing that her endorsement of Trump aligns with a broader pattern of aligning religious figures with political power for personal or financial gain.
While much of her home life is kept out of the spotlight, White has been married three times and has only one child, Bradley Knight, whom she shares with her first husband, Randy White.
'DON'T STOP PRAYING!! Will you pray for President Trump, his Cabinet Members and Administration? Prayer brings the will of God to pass in the earth! Matthew 6:10,' White wrote on X following the faith-based meeting in the White House.
13. David Barton
David Barton, 71, is an American evangelical Christian author, speaker, and historian known for his work promoting the idea that the United States was founded as a Christian nation.
He is the founder and president of WallBuilders, an organization dedicated to the study and promotion of America's Christian heritage.
Barton has written numerous books and produced materials that emphasize the role of Christianity in the founding of the United States, often arguing that the nation's government was 'heavily influenced' by Christian principles.
Over the last four decades the prominent faith leader has relentlessly argued that the separation between church and state is a myth and that America should be run as a Christian nation.
David Barton, 71, is a controversial American evangelical Christian author, speaker, and historian known for his work promoting the idea that the United States was founded as a Christian nation
Barton, who lives in Aledo, has been a staple of Texas' own Christian conservative movement, offering crucial public support to politicians and frequently being cited or called on to testify in favor of bills that critics say would erode church-state separations.
In 1988, Barton founded WallBuilders to 'exert a direct and positive influence in government, education, and the family by educating the nation concerning the Godly foundation of our country' and 'providing information to federal, state, and local officials as they develop public policies which reflect Biblical values,' according to the group's website.
Since then, Barton has been arguably the most influential figure in a growing movement to undermine the establishment clause of the US Constitution's First Amendment, which states that 'Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion.'
'We would best understand the actual context of the First Amendment by saying, 'Congress shall make no law establishing one Christian denomination as the national denomination,' he has said, the Texas Tribune reported.
Barton also argues that the country's founders 'never intended the First Amendment to become a vehicle to promote a pluralism of other religions.'
In his mind, the wall separating church and state was only meant to extend one way, protecting religion, Christianity, from the government.
He argues that most of what he considers society's ills, school shootings, low standardized test scores and drug use to divorce, crime and the LGBTQ+ community, are the 'natural consequences' of abandoning the Judeo-Christian virtues, the Tribune reported.
In 2017, Barton drawn fire for those views when he said 'the lack of cure for AIDS was God's vengeance for homosexuality' or when he compared the Third Reich's 'evils'' to the 'homosexual lifestyle.'
Barton shares three kids with his wife, Cheryl.
'It was an honor to be with my @POTUS today,' he wrote on X after the White House Faith Office meeting.
14. Gary Bauer
Gary Bauer, 78, is a conservative activist, author, and political figure who has been deeply involved in the religious right movement - which advocates for Christian principles to influence American public policy.
He served as the president of American Values, a conservative advocacy organization, and is known for his strong Christian and socially conservative views.
Bauer has had a long career in both politics and activism, particularly in areas related to family values, pro-life issues, and religious freedom.
The Kentucky-native was an early supporter of Trump during his presidential campaign in 2016. Despite some initial reservations about Trump’s character and past, he became a vocal advocate for Trump, largely due to the president’s promises to support conservative issues, particularly those important to evangelical Christians.
Gary Bauer, 78, is an American conservative activist, author, and political figure who has been deeply involved in the religious right movement
Bauer was also involved in Trump's Evangelical Advisory Board, offering guidance on issues related to faith and the Christian community.
Bauer reportedly saw Trump as someone who would appoint conservative judges, protect religious freedoms and push back against what he and others saw as the secularizing of American society.
He served in President Ronald Reagan's administration as Under Secretary of Education and Chief Domestic Policy Advisor, and later became president of the Family Research Council and a senior vice president of Focus on the Family - both of which are conservative Christian organizations.
He was a candidate in the 2000 Republican Party presidential primaries and participated in five national debates.
'It was a tremendous honor to join other faith leaders at the White House today to discuss important issues and pray for President Trump,' he wrote on X after Wednesday's Oval Office meeting.
15. Brad Knight
Brad Knight is the son of White House Faith Office leader, Paula White.
Knight is currently working as the senior pastor of City of Destiny and Story Life Church, which is the home of Paula White Ministries, a position he has held since 2019.
Brad Knight is the son of White House Faith Office leader, Paula White
While not as publicly prominent as his mother, has been associated with her work and connections to Trump. Knight's connection to Trump primarily stems from his family’s close ties to the Trump administration through White.
Trump's White House Faith Office plans to continue the mission of earlier administrations 'to strengthen partnerships between faith-based organizations and the federal government.'
However, it quickly became controversial due to its policies and focus on religious liberty, which some critics viewed as aligning too closely with conservative Christian values and undermining the separation of church and state.