Journalist Evan Hurst of Wonkette has compiled an ongoing list of Christian and Republican leaders accused of child abuse and exploitation, identifying 188 such individuals this year alone. Hurst’s lists, continuously updated, directly contradict the conservative narrative of LGBTQ+ individuals “grooming” children, highlighting instead the prevalence of abuse within religious and political conservative circles. Facing a deluge of new reports, Hurst has requested support from donors and subscribers to maintain and expand his documentation of these cases. Furthermore, Hurst challenges the framing of “anti-Christianity” as a potential indicator of domestic terrorism, questioning whether revealing the truth about child abuse within conservative leadership constitutes such extremism.
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Following a $10 billion defamation lawsuit filed by Mr. Trump against The Wall Street Journal, the White House removed a WSJ reporter from the press pool for the president’s upcoming trip to Scotland. The White House Press Secretary cited the Journal’s alleged “fake and defamatory conduct” as the reason for the exclusion, asserting that the outlet is not guaranteed access. The White House Correspondents’ Association condemned the move, emphasizing concerns over First Amendment rights and urging the White House to reinstate the Journal to the press pool.
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South Dakota Senator John Thune has been elected as the new Senate Republican leader, succeeding Mitch McConnell after 18 years. Thune, who served as the current minority whip, won a secret ballot election against Florida Senator Rick Scott and Texas Senator John Cornyn, securing the leadership role for the next two years. While Scott, backed by several prominent Trump supporters, was seen as a more hard-line conservative, Thune’s victory signals a preference for a seasoned party leader with close ties to the Republican establishment. As Senate majority leader, Thune will guide the Republican agenda in the chamber, influencing legislative business, confirming presidential appointments, and serving as the party’s chief spokesperson.
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