Citizens Defending Freedom

CDF is celebrating after members worked alongside the Miami-Dade School Board to implement a pilot program that will place chaplains in public schools.

Join CDF Cofounder Steve Maxwell in a revealing discussion with Mat Staver, renowned lawyer, former pastor, and Founder of Liberty Counsel. Together they explore what pastors can and cannot do to maintain their church's tax-exempt status. Discover the protections available to pastors and why it's vital for them to address critical issues rooted in biblical values. Tune in for eye-opening...

Join Steve Maxwell, Cofounder of Citizens Defending Freedom, as he sits down with former pastor and attorney Mat Staver, Founder of Liberty Counsel, to discuss the limits on pastors' political engagement. What you find may surprise you! In addition, CDF has partnered with "Do No Harm Florida" to shed light on and fight the radical and deceptive ‘Florida Amendment 4 – Right to Aborti...

Join Steve Maxwell, Cofounder of Citizens Defending Freedom, as he engages in an important discussion with Lindsay about the Remnant Alliance. Together, they delve into the vital role pastors must play in safeguarding God-given freedoms across our nation and how the Remnant Alliance will assist pastors on this mission.

Lindsay sits down with Stephanie, CDF’s Law and Policy Specialist to discuss the new changes to Title IX. CDF is calling on citizens to contact their elected members of Congress in the House and Senate to sponsor, cosponsor, and support a Congressional Review Act Joint Resolution of Disapproval to halt the Biden Administration's unlawful changes to Title IX.

Lindsay delves into the overreach of the Biden administration in light of the recent ruling on Title IX and explores its potential ramifications on the everyday lives of our Nation’s citizens. Lindsay also had the privilege of sitting down with renowned security policy specialist Frank Gaffney. Drawing from his wealth of experience and expertise, Gaffney provides invaluable insights into the curre...

Lindsay explores the political landscape of Michigan with special guest Adam Rebandt, the Michigan State Director for CDF. Join us as we delve into the reasons behind the exodus from public schools, the evolving role of pastors in community engagement, and the implications for Michigan’s future. 

Lindsay sits down with Frank Gaffney, Founder and President of the Center for Security Policy to explore global security. Join us for an in-depth discussion as Gaffney shares his expertise and insights on the current state of security in the US.

Lindsay discusses the announcement of the settlement with the Miami-Dade School Board; a Florida superintendent praises Brevard County CDF; and a panel of school board members sparks common ground.

Lindsay sits down with Adam Rebandt, our Michigan State Director for CDF, and pastor Dan McGee to discuss the current landscape of Michigan.

Lindsay dives into Pastor and Mayor Jack Hilligoss’s story and the pushback he has been receiving since encouraging his congregation to be politically engaged.

The Citizens Defending Freedom legal team joins us to discuss their recent meeting with federal officials at the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, a division within the Office of Management and Budget. During this meeting, the CDF legal team presented reasoning for our opposition to the unconstitutional changes that have been proposed by the Department of Education to amend Title IX.

Lindsay dives into a border resolution passed by Denton County, Texas, while also expanding on the lawsuit filed by Polk County CDF against the Polk County School Board.

Lindsay sits down with Georgia CDF State Director, Holly Kesler, to discuss the two complaints she filed against the Fulton County, GA District Attorney, Fani Willis. Holly explains these complaints and how they are separate and distinct from the criminal trial.

 Lindsay sits down with Polk County Citizens Defending Freedom Executive Director, Robert Goodman, to discuss the recent lawsuit that was filed against the Polk County School Board.

Lindsay discusses the 18-foot pagan statue which celebrates abortion that was installed at the University of Houston campus; James Judge shares his real-time footage taken at our southern border; and CDF is standing with a Texas grandmother pushing back against a local elementary school that is promoting transgender ideology.

Lindsay sits down with small business owner James Judge to discuss his recent trip to the southern border.

Lindsay sits down with Pastor Troy Jackson, a true patriot pastor; CDF county teams successfully deliver more BRAVE Books; and Polk County, FL Sheriff Grady Judd warns of the dire consequences resulting from the invasion at our southern border."

We had the privilege of sitting down with Pastor Troy Jackson, a shining example of a patriotic pastor. Leading the New Beginnings Church in Texas, he has emerged as a vocal advocate for the protection of our children. Witnessing the impact of a single pastor's advocacy can demonstrate how one individual can inspire an entire community. Take a closer look at how he was able to stand up for th...

The CDF legal team joins us to delve into our recently released comprehensive report which uncovers critical issues in the handling of educator misconduct across Texas school districts. Lindsay also addresses how CDF took swift action to halt ticket sales to minors for an explicit adult paranormal-themed circus.

Lindsay sits down with anti-sex trafficking activist Jaco Booyens for an eye opening look into the detrimental psychological effects on children who encounter obscene material; CDF hosts a press conference at the Georgia capitol; and 34 inappropriate books have been removed from Nassau County School District.

Co-Founder of Citizens Defending Freedom, Steve Maxwell, sits down with Sheriff Grady Judd to discuss our open Texas border and how churches can actively engage in saving the Nation.

Jaco Booyens, founder of Jaco Booyens Ministries and Anti-Sex Trafficking Activist, sits down with Lindsay to discuss the detrimental psychological effects of children encountering obscene content in printed educational resources.

Citizens Defending Freedom participated in the 51st annual March For Life in Washington D.C., alongside thousands of pro-life supporters, marking the second march following the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Additionally, we successfully delivered the initial batch of BRAVE Books to Little Elm ISD in Denton County, Texas!

Citizens Defending Freedom, along with concerned citizens in Midland, TX, stood in opposition to a scheduled drag show that was being promoted as “all-ages”. This event was to be held at “I Love My Selfie”, an event venue that is geared towards children, and even boasts a life-size barbie dream house. This event has now been postponed! A concerned parent, Micah Dunn, and CDF Director of Legal Oper...