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24-291

Apache Stronghold v. United States

24-291Granted
Cert GrantedPending
Oral ArgumentsPending
Opinion IssuedPending

What's this case about?

Whether the government "substantially burdens" religious exercise under the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, or must satisfy heightened scrutiny under the free exercise clause of the First Amendment, when it singles out a sacred site for complete physical destruction, ending specific religious rituals forever.

What are the basics?

Apache Stronghold, likely a Native American tribal organization, is challenging the United States government over what appears to be a religious freedom dispute. The case involves whether government actions substantially burden religious exercise, with Apache Stronghold arguing their religious rights are being violated.

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