MAGA Embraces Cruelty Over Christian Compassion

After videos showed federal agents fatally shooting Alex Pretti and Renee Good, the author argues President Trump and the MAGA movement prioritize cruelty over traditional Christian compassion. Citing reactions from religious leaders, a survey finding about Republicans and Christian nationalists, and comments from Pope Francis, the piece warns hard-right Christian influencers are normalizing cruelty and undermining democratic and faith-based norms.