In five days, Jerry Falwell had a sex scandal, Mike Pence officially converted to civil religion, and Eric Metaxas sucker punched a protestor.
It appears the fruit *might* be rotten.
He used the Bible for a prop.
He used a church for a photo op, without their permission...
All this while teargassing peaceful protestors around the corner and while threatening to use the military on his own citizens. Donβt mess with God.
Police observing, cleared traffic. Some with water. Interim chief statement said "We support your peaceful protest. While there are instances where we may be present, please know we are there to protect your First Amendment Rights and protect the safety of everyone involved."