Judge Denies Pretrial Release for Michigan Church Leader David Taylor

U.S. District Judge Susan K. DeClercq has denied a fourth request for pretrial release from David E. Taylor, the leader of the Kingdom of God Global Church in Michigan. Taylor, who identifies as an apostle, remains in custody ahead of his scheduled jury trial on April 20, 2027. The court determined that Taylor continues to pose a danger to the community, noting that the evidence presented in his latest motion for bond was largely repetitive and immaterial to his detention status.

Taylor faces multiple federal charges, including eight counts of forced labor, conspiracy to commit forced labor, and money laundering conspiracy. The indictment alleges that Taylor, alongside church executives Michelle Brannon and Kathleen Klein, operated a scheme affecting individuals across several states, including Michigan, Florida, Texas, and Missouri. Prosecutors claim the operation involved the forced use of emergency contraception. While Taylor has repeatedly challenged his detention since his initial indictment in July 2025, the court has consistently upheld the order to keep him detained pending the resolution of the case.