Breaking news: Judge halts Texas’ law mandating Ten Commandments in school

The state law had said public schools would have to display the scripture in every classroom.

View in browser Aug. 20, 2025, 12:54 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Meridith Kohut for The New York Times Judge Temporarily Halts Texas' Law Mandating the Ten Commandments in School The state law had said public schools would have to display the religious scripture in a "conspicuous" location in every classroom by Sept. 1. Read more More Top Stories A top scientist was included in Tulsi Gabbard's removal of 37 national security officials' clearances. → President Trump says the Smithsonian focuses too much on "how bad slavery was." → The Democratic Party is facing a voter registration crisis. → If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018