Discrediting religious institutions through accusations of supporting an “illegal invasion” and moral decay

What it claims

Religious leaders and political opponents are portrayed as traitors to the faith who supposedly profit from illegal migration and support abortion. This tactic aims to radicalize believers ahead of the 2026 midterms by framing political disagreements as a “spiritual war.”

Target audience

Examples (paraphrased)

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• The US Conference of Catholic Bishops supports the illegal invasion of America and remains silent on murdering babies because they profit from it.

  Michael Flynn, 12 Aug 2026

  x.com/GenFlynn/status/2087514379516326394

• We are in a true spiritual war and appear to be losing it because of politicians who support the inhumane murder of children.

  Michael Flynn, 11 Aug 2026

  x.com/GenFlynn/status/2086989724489601305

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Goal

Undermine trust in traditional religious and state institutions to mobilize the conservative electorate through a sense of religious betrayal and moral panic.

Techniques used

• Name Calling or LabelingUse of labels like “traitors,” “illegal invasion,” and calls for the “excommunication” of politicians.
• Appeal to Fear / PrejudicePortraying the current political situation as a “spiritual war” that the nation is losing.

The real grievance it exploits

The manipulation exploits the genuine concerns of American conservatives regarding religious ethics, the protection of life, and border security.

How to counter

• Technique exposure: Watch for attempts to turn complex migration and healthcare issues into religious animosity. The use of terms like “spiritual war” is intended to block rational discussion and provoke aggression against opponents.
• Prebunk: Ahead of the 2026 elections, expect an increase in calls to boycott church donations and efforts to discredit religious organizations that do not take radical political stances.

Sources (all time)

• Michael FlynnTier 32,284,371 followers
  3 posts · 11–13 Aug 2026

  • 13 Aug · x.com/GenFlynn/status/2087948593923567880
  • 12 Aug · x.com/GenFlynn/status/2087514379516326394
  • 11 Aug · x.com/GenFlynn/status/2086989724489601305