Marine Corps Faces Continued Discharges Over Religious Vaccine Exemptions Amid Ongoing Legal Battles

The U.S. Marine Corps continues to deny religious exemptions to vaccine mandates for service members, leading to discharges based on their faith-based objections. Despite legal victories four years ago that compelled the Department of Defense to lift COVID-19 vaccination requirements, recent actions suggest a rollback of these protections under the current administration. Major Richard, a distinguished 12-year Marine, faced disciplinary measures after being denied a religious exemption, even as over 50 medical exemptions were granted within his unit. His commanding officers recommended his discharge for refusing the vaccine, citing alleged misconduct, despite his exemplary service record. This pattern indicates ongoing discrimination against service members asserting their religious rights. Liberty Counsel advocates for the Department of Defense to uphold constitutional freedoms and ensure that religious accommodations are fairly considered, emphasizing the importance of retaining qualified personnel without infringing on their religious beliefs. Additionally, the organization has filed Supreme Court cases challenging recent restrictions on religious gatherings and expressions, inc...