The Southern Baptist Convention’s policy arm has finally severed ties with a Soros-linked immigration coalition, marking a decisive victory for conservatives who demanded accountability in evangelical leadership.
Story Highlights
- ERLC breaks 13-year partnership with Evangelical Immigration Table over independence concerns
- George Soros funding connections to coalition members sparked conservative backlash
- Southern Baptist entity chooses autonomous approach over globalist-influenced policy making
- Decision signals broader pushback against progressive donor infiltration in evangelical circles
Southern Baptist Entity Cuts Liberal Coalition Ties
The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission announced in September 2025 that it would end its 13-year membership in the Evangelical Immigration Table, a coalition advocating for comprehensive immigration reform. Acting President Miles Mullin told trustees the ERLC needed to “take a more independent posture” on immigration policy. This decisive break represents a significant shift away from coordinated evangelical advocacy that has been influenced by progressive funding sources and globalist agendas.
Soros Funding Connections Raise Red Flags
The Evangelical Immigration Table has faced mounting criticism for receiving support from organizations linked to George Soros, the billionaire globalist who has funded numerous progressive causes undermining American sovereignty. Coalition members including World Relief, World Vision, and the National Association of Evangelicals have participated in advocacy efforts that some conservatives view as promoting open borders policies. This foreign influence in evangelical policy making represents exactly the kind of globalist manipulation that threatens traditional American values and border security.
Independent Approach Protects Conservative Values
The ERLC’s decision to pursue immigration policy independently allows the Southern Baptist Convention to maintain positions that align with both biblical principles and constitutional governance. Rather than being constrained by coalition partners with questionable funding sources, the ERLC can now advocate for policies that prioritize American citizens while showing genuine Christian compassion. This approach respects the rule of law and national sovereignty without compromising conservative principles for the sake of political correctness or globalist approval.
Broader Impact on Evangelical Political Engagement
This separation signals a growing awareness among conservative evangelicals about the dangers of partnering with organizations influenced by progressive megadonors. The move may encourage other faith-based groups to scrutinize their own coalition partnerships and funding sources more carefully. As evangelicals recognize how their voices have been co-opted to advance globalist immigration policies, more organizations may choose independence over compromise, strengthening the conservative movement’s integrity and effectiveness in policy advocacy.
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— FRANK (@FrankLugiano) September 23, 2025
The ERLC’s bold decision demonstrates that conservative evangelicals are no longer willing to allow their biblical convictions to be manipulated by outside interests seeking to undermine American immigration law and national security priorities.
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ERLC breaks ties with the Evangelical Immigration Table
Diverse ethnic SBC fellowships issue joint statement on immigration
ERLC cuts ties with Evangelical Immigration Table
