The religious makeup of the 119th Congress remains largely unchanged, with about 95% of lawmakers identifying with a faith - significantly higher than the general population's 70%.
Congress represents an outdated snapshot of American religiosity, shaped by incumbency advantage and trends from 20 to 30 years ago, reflecting a more religious America.
Party identification plays a critical role, with 99% of Republicans identifying with a religious faith compared to 91% of Democrats, indicating a clear divide in religious affiliation.
The vast majority of Republicans identify as Christians, while Democrats exhibit more diversity in faith, including nonreligious beliefs, reflecting broader generational changes in spirituality.
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