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Part One: The Zizians: How Harry Potter Fanfic Inspired a Death Cult

Behind the Bastards

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The Complex Tapestry of Violence and Identity

This chapter examines a shooting incident tied to a Border Patrol agent in the context of evolving immigration politics during the Trump administration. It uncovers the strange connections among a network of individuals, including a German immigrant trans woman and a controversial group known as the Zizians, shedding light on their unique subculture and ideology. The narrative challenges traditional views of identity and crime in America while highlighting the media's struggle to accurately portray these complex stories.

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