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A few years ago, I couldn't see it being allowed. Now, with the PC crap towards Islam and the Koran, it wouldn't surprise me if the dems tried to enact some new law or rule that allowed it.

A few years ago, I couldn't see it being allowed. Now, with the PC crap towards Islam and the Koran, it wouldn't surprise me if the dems tried to enact some new law or rule that allowed it.

There is absolutely no law requiring Congressmen swear their oath of office with one hand on the Bible. Any such law would likely be unconstitutional. In fact, it's not even modern tradition for House members to swear their oath with one hand on the Bible. Usually, they simply raise their right hand and put their left hand down at their side.

There is nothing to be allowed or not be allowed. Constitutionally, if Ellison wants to take his oath of office with one hand on the Koran, nothing can be done about it. Ellison's ultimate fate for this act will be judged by his constituents in Minnesota. This is what the Framers intended.