The practice of polygamy, or having multiple wives, is generally illegal in the United States. While some religious groups, such as Mormons (officially known as The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints), historically practiced polygamy, they renounced the practice in 1890.
However, there are still smaller groups that continue to practice polygamy, often citing religious beliefs as their justification. These groups are not officially recognized by mainstream religions and are often considered to be fundamentalist or offshoots of larger denominations.
Here are some examples of religious groups that have been associated with polygamy in the United States:
- Fundamentalist Mormonism: Some groups that broke away from the mainstream Mormon Church continue to practice polygamy. These groups often refer to themselves as "Fundamentalist Mormons" or "FLDS" (Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints).
- Apostolic United Brethren: This religious group, also known as the "AUB," has a history of polygamy and is known for its practice of plural marriage.
- Other smaller groups: There are a number of other smaller groups that practice polygamy, often with varying degrees of public visibility.
It's important to note that while polygamy is illegal in the United States, the legal status of these groups and their practices can be complex and vary by state.
