A newly revealed report exposes Darren Beattie, acting undersecretary for public diplomacy and public affairs at the State Department, as having repeatedly advocated for the sterilization of those he deems “low-IQ.” Beattie, a former Trump speechwriter fired for attending a white nationalist conference, has made numerous social media posts expressing such views and suggesting incentives for higher-IQ individuals to have more children. These comments directly contradict Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s past condemnation of similar population control policies and his recent assertion of equality for all. The State Department has yet to comment on the matter.
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Michigan State Representative Laurie Pohutsky publicly revealed that she underwent a sterilization procedure due to concerns about reproductive rights under the Trump administration. This decision, made after considerable contemplation, was prompted by fears regarding access to contraception and the potential erosion of reproductive healthcare. Pohutsky’s announcement sparked significant backlash from some conservatives, while others expressed support for her choice. The timing coincides with nationwide protests against President Trump and his policies.
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The Japanese government launched a compensation program for victims of forced sterilizations and abortions under the now-repealed eugenics law, offering 15 million yen to sterilization victims and 2 million yen to those forced to undergo abortions. This action follows a 2024 Supreme Court ruling deeming the law unconstitutional and aims to compensate those not involved in existing lawsuits. The program, with applications open until January 16, 2030, provides significantly higher compensation than previous state benefits and includes free legal assistance for applicants. The government publicly apologized for its role in these past human rights violations.
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John Q. Hosedrinker