Bulwark Takes MAGA Conspiracies Falsely Accused a Brown University Student
Dec 20, 2025
Tim Miller explores the disturbing MAGA conspiracies that wrongly accused a Brown University student of murder following a tragic shooting. He highlights how influential figures, including Laura Loomer and Benny Johnson, spread false claims, targeting a Palestinian student activist. The real suspect was found to be a 48-year-old Portuguese national, revealing the dangerous impact of misinformation. Miller calls out major offenders in the right-wing media landscape and underscores the harm inflicted on the innocent student due to these baseless allegations.
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Identity-Based False Accusations
- MAGA-aligned conspiracies quickly targeted a Brown University student based on identity, not evidence.
- Tim Miller highlights that the real shooter was later identified as an unrelated 48-year-old Portuguese national.
Perpetrator Identity And Political Fallout
- The actual suspect, Claudio Valente, was a 48-year-old Portuguese national with a green card via the diversity lottery.
- Miller predicts this detail will fuel new attacks on the diversity visa program.
Selective Outrage On The Right
- The right-wing infighting (Ben Shapiro vs. Tucker faction) centers on conspiracy standards selectively applied.
- Miller argues criticism of conspiracy-mongering is inconsistent when targets lack political affinity.