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In a presidential message, the First Lady and the President observe Ash Wednesday, describe Lent’s 40-day period of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, connect these practices to America’s religious heritage, and extend wishes for a meaningful Lenten season ahead of Easter.
In 2025, President Dallin H. Oaks of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints emphasized Jesus Christ's central role in salvation, highlighting His resurrection, Atonement, and teachings, and encouraged followers to model their lives after Christ's self-sacrifice, especially during the Christmas season.
During a General Audience, Pope Leo XIV emphasized that Christ's Resurrection is a foundational event that brings hope, meaning, and transformation to daily life, encouraging believers to witness to this hope even in dark times and to see Easter as a living, ongoing event that continually inspires human life and history.
Former CBS newscaster Dan Rather vehemently opposes the idea of Donald Trump becoming President again, citing it as a matter of patriotism rather than politics, due to Trump's alleged cheating, lying, racism, and attacks on the free press. This comes amidst public criticism of Trump's decision to sell Bibles for $60 around Easter, with Rev. Al Sharpton and "Morning Joe" host Joe Scarborough questioning the use of a Trump Bible during Holy Week and the unwavering support of Trump by some Christians despite his alleged lack of adherence to Christian principles.
Thieves executed a daring heist on Easter Sunday, stealing around $30 million from a Los Angeles-area vault without leaving any signs of a break-in until the next morning. The burglars accessed the facility through the roof and managed to avoid setting off any alarms, leading authorities to believe it was likely executed by a seasoned crew. The heist is one of the largest in Los Angeles history and is currently under investigation by the LAPD and the FBI.
The suspect in the deadly Easter brunch shooting in Nashville, which left one person dead and several others wounded, has been arrested in Kentucky. Anton Rucker, a convicted felon, was taken into custody in Princeton, Kentucky, after Nashville detectives located him at a home there. The shooting at a Nashville restaurant resulted in one fatality and at least five injuries, with authorities stating that the altercation between the victim and the assailant quickly escalated into gunfire.
The suspect in the fatal Easter Sunday shooting at a Nashville restaurant, Anton Rucker, has been captured in Kentucky after a dayslong search. Rucker, 46, surrendered without incident and is being held on a fugitive from justice warrant. The shooting resulted in one fatality and seven injuries, with Rucker allegedly involved in an argument prior to the incident. He is a convicted felon with previous arrests, and more information on his current legal status is pending.
Former President Trump promised to create a "Christian Visibility Day" on Nov. 5 in response to President Biden's declaration of "Transgender Day of Visibility" coinciding with Easter Sunday, calling it disrespectful to Christians. Trump's national press secretary criticized the announcement as an assault on the Christian faith, while the White House defended Biden's commitment to bringing people together and upholding the dignity and freedoms of every American.
House Speaker Mike Johnson questions whether President Biden fully understood what he was doing when he issued a proclamation declaring March 31 as Transgender Day of Visibility, the same day as Easter this year, leading to a dispute over the timing and implications of the proclamation. Johnson and other top Republicans criticized the proclamation's precedence on one of the holiest days on the Christian calendar, while a White House spokesperson clarified that the date was not chosen by Biden. The controversy has sparked a debate over religious and progressive values, with some Democrats criticizing Johnson for his stance.
Allen Beachem, a military veteran and youth basketball coach, was tragically killed in a shooting at a Salemtown restaurant on Easter Day, leaving six others injured. The suspect, Anton Rucker, initiated the shooting following an altercation, resulting in shock and grief throughout the community. Beachem, known for his selflessness and generosity, died protecting his brother and was revered as a local hero in his Alabama community. The tragedy also resulted in injuries to more members of Beachem's family, and the suspect has been added to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's Most Wanted list.
LA-based gourmet cookie company Last Crumb faced backlash for posting Easter-themed social media content featuring cookies in a resurrection context, with some users finding it disrespectful. The company doubled down on the controversial posts, drawing mixed reactions from followers. Last Crumb, known for its high-priced cookies, also offered a $12,000 mystery box for April Fools' Day, which could be discounted with a coupon code.
Fox News host Laura Ingraham criticizes the Biden administration for allegedly targeting and offending traditional Christians, particularly during the Easter season, citing the administration's celebration of Trans Visibility Day on Easter and its perceived lack of condemnation for disrespect shown towards Christians. Ingraham argues that the administration is not accommodating traditional Christian beliefs and accuses it of favoring other groups over Christians.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized President Biden for denying the declaration of March 31 as "Transgender Day of Visibility," coinciding with Easter, questioning who is running the White House. Biden's denial sparked outrage among Christians, with Orlando Magic star Jonathan Isaac and Caitlyn Jenner expressing disgust. The White House downplayed Biden's comments, stating that he did not choose the date for Transgender Day of Visibility. The controversy also involved the banning of religious-themed Easter egg designs for the White House Easter Egg Roll event.
Kardashian cousins True Thompson, 5, Dream Kardashian, 7, and Chicago West, 6, coordinated their outfits for Easter at Kris Jenner's house, wearing long-sleeved mini dresses with feather trim and matching metallic cowboy boots. The family matriarch, Kris Jenner, organized a fun Easter party for her 13 grandchildren, complete with activities and decorations. The Kardashian siblings and their children enjoyed the festivities, with Khloé and Kim sharing glimpses of the celebrations on social media.
Kim Kardashian celebrated Easter in a skintight lace-up dress and layers of crosses at a family gathering, sharing a sweet TikTok video with her daughter North and mom Kris Jenner. The reality star's outfit, featuring a white mermaid dress and a Chrome Hearts cross necklace, showcased her fit figure and fashion sense. The Kardashian-Jenner family also sported stylish Easter looks, with the next-generation kids dressed in matching pastel feather dresses and metallic boots.