Gen Z and Church in the Trump Era | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 23, 2026 · 1m

Gen Z is quietly turning away from organized religion—not because they’re losing faith, but because they’re rejecting the political alignment they see between certain Christian communities and Donald Trump. Half of this generation, even those who identify as Christian, say that connection is a major turn-off, revealing how deeply politics are reshaping spiritual identity. For many, it’s not about abandoning faith—it’s about demanding authenticity, and when the church feels politically performative, it creates a real barrier. This isn’t a trend—it’s a seismic shift with lasting consequences…