WHAT WE KNOW:
(AP) — The influential anti-Donald Trump group Lincoln Project is denouncing one of its co-founders after multiple reports that over several years he sexually harassed young men looking to break into politics.
HEADLINES:
• Young men accuse Lincoln Project co-founder of harassment
• 21 Men Accuse Lincoln Project Co-Founder of Online Harassment
• Lincoln Project disavows co-founder John Weaver after allegations he made unsolicited sexual overtures to young men
GO DEEPER:
The Lincoln Project today released the following statement. pic.twitter.com/k9QkUsiFO5
— The Lincoln Project (@ProjectLincoln) January 31, 2021
LINCOLN PROJECT FOUNDERS REACTIONS:
I sincerely apologize for supporting John Weaver's candidacy for the presidency in the face of numerous credible public accusations of misconduct and supporting his claims that his accusers were all liars ….
Oh, wait …. https://t.co/I2dFyjYG2V
— George Conway (@gtconway3d) January 31, 2021
.@DonaldJTrumpJr Hey Uday, I’d like to take a moment and “dialogue” with you. @ProjectLincoln condemns John Weaver unequivocally. I condemn his disgusting, immoral, predatory conduct. As the father of a 14 year old boy I hope law enforcement will examine his interactions https://t.co/FAQ5aEOe9Q
— Steve Schmidt (@SteveSchmidtSES) January 31, 2021
Lincoln Project founders include:
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