Topic: Capitol Hill Baptist Church

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Senator Josh Hawley questions judicial nominee Lauren AliKhan regarding her past litigation against religious groups during COVID-19 lockdowns. Hawley highlights the case of Capitol Hill Baptist Church, where AliKhan defended Mayor Bowser's restrictions on outdoor religious gatherings while mass protests were permitted. Hawley criticizes the lack of scientific evidence for the discriminatory policy and announces he will not support her nomination.