Exclusive Brethren leaders admit meeting Trump and far-right agitators in inquiry
Exclusive Brethren leaders admitted meeting far-right agitators and Trump in a parliamentary inquiry Friday, claiming their involvement was "just business" rather than campaigning. Bruce Hales, the sect's world leader, and son Gareth faced questions about leaked messages showing Brethren involvement in a covert election influence operation with neo-Nazi associates. Committee members expressed skepticism at their testimony.
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Published 16 Oct 2026, 07:24 UTC · Updated 16 Oct 2026, 07:30 UTC
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