Judge Tosses Out Prayer-Related Lawsuit

QUITMAN — A lawsuit filed to end routine prayer by Wood County commissioners and remove the words “In God We Trust” has been thrown out. Charles Scott sued the commissioners, claiming an elected official cannot honor both the U.S. Constitution and the word of God. His contention is that the court’s sworn oath to uphold the Constitution contradicts scripture. Attorneys for Wood County were ready to argue their display and routine prayer are constitutional. A hearing was set for Tuesday, but when plaintiff Scott did not show, the judge decided there was insufficient evidence for the case and tossed it out. According to KLTV, Scott says he was ready to go, but the Lord did not provide him with a means to get to court. According to our news partner KETK, Scott can appeal Tuesday’s decision.