The Texas Supreme Court has approved a rule change that lets judges decline to perform weddings that conflict with their personal religious beliefs.
The move means judges can refuse to officiate same-sex marriages without facing disciplinary action, so long as their decision is based on “sincerely held religious convictions.”
The update to the Texas Code of Judicial Conduct comes amid ongoing national debates about the balance between religious freedom and equal treatment under the law.
Supporters say the change protects religious liberty for public officials, while critics argue it opens the door to discrimination against same-sex couples seeking marriage ceremonies from state judges.
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