Texas allows Ten Commandments in schools

Supporters of the law argue that the Ten Commandments represent a foundational element of American heritage and law.

However, opponents claim that the requirement amounts to religious indoctrination and a violation of the separation of church and state.

The ruling is part of a broader push by conservative lawmakers to expand the role of religion in public education.

Similar measures are being considered in other states, setting the stage for a potential showdown at the U.S. Supreme Court.