Conservative, evangelical preacher Lance Wallnau accused ABC News of using dark magic to rig the presidential debate in favor of Kamala Harris and against Donald Trump. He claimed that the moderators and Harris’s script handlers engaged in occult deception to manipulate the debate. Wallnau referred to this as witchcraft and called for supernatural intervention to disrupt the momentum in Harris’s favor.
Despite Wallnau’s claims of witchcraft, Trump’s poor performance in the debate was widely criticized by pundits from various political backgrounds. Wallnau, who has supported Trump early on, has previously alleged media tactics of mind control and witchcraft to take down the GOP nominee. He has also made controversial statements about Harris, comparing her to the biblical figure Jezebel and promoting Trump’s false claims about the 2020 election.
Wallnau’s history of controversial statements includes claiming that the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol by Trump supporters was not an insurrection, but an election fraud intervention. He has also claimed that a gay bartender was “saved” by an “anointed” cake, stating that the power of God hit him while eating the cake. These statements have raised eyebrows and led to mockery from critics.
Based in Dallas, Texas, Wallnau has a strong following among conservative and evangelical circles. He has been vocal in his support for Trump and his promotion of conspiracy theories related to the 2020 election. His accusations of witchcraft in the presidential debate reflect his belief in supernatural forces at play in politics and his unwavering support for the former president.
Wallnau’s views on Harris, the media, and the election results are in line with many other right-wing conspiracy theorists who continue to spread misinformation and propaganda. Despite the lack of evidence to support his claims of witchcraft in the debate, Wallnau’s followers and like-minded individuals continue to support his controversial statements and beliefs.
As the political landscape continues to be shaped by inflammatory rhetoric and divisive conspiracy theories, figures like Wallnau play a significant role in amplifying misinformation and stoking tensions among their followers. The influence of individuals who promote baseless claims and discriminatory beliefs highlights the need for critical thinking and fact-checking in today’s political discourse.
