Tag: Human Trafficking
O.U.R.’s Origin Myth
Lynn Packer examines the founding narrative of Operation Underground Railroad, the story portrayed in Sound of Freedom, and the documented record behind the organization’s origin…
DFC: The Right-wing Obsession with Pedophilia and Human Trafficking
Without question, far-right extremism and white supremacy are deeply rooted in Christian fundamentalism and nestled snugly in mainstream conservative ideology.
O.U.R.’s Prized Propaganda Movie Embroiled in Controversy
Years before its release, Sound of Freedom was promoted as the true story of Tim Ballard and Operation Underground Railroad. Behind the film’s troubled journey…
American Airlines Denies Operation Underground Railroad Partnership Claim
Operation Underground Railroad publicly promoted a supposed partnership with American Airlines. American Airlines says it never existed In a video posted on Tim Ballard’s Facebook,…
The Rise and Unraveling of Operation Underground Railroad
Operation Underground Railroad reported a record-breaking year in 2020 despite mounting investigations, controversies, leadership departures, and questions surrounding the organization’s claims and operations. Six months…
Coco Berthmann Charged
Utah prosecutors allege Coco Berthmann fabricated a cancer diagnosis and used the claims to solicit thousands of dollars in donations Professional human trafficking victim known…
Coco Berthmann Charging Documents Reveal Details of Utah Fraud Case
Public records obtained by American Crime Journal provide a detailed look at the allegations, evidence, and court proceedings surrounding the Coco Berthmann case Editor’s Note:…
Testimony of Alessandra Parisi Serano
While serving as Operation Underground Railroad’s Chief Legal Officer, Alessandra Parisi Serano entered the national political arena by opposing the Supreme Court nomination of Ketanji…
Coco Berthmann Asking for Donations, Claims Cancer Diagnosis
A review of Coco Berthmann’s fundraising appeals, cancer claims, and the organizations that continued to amplify her story despite mounting evidence Fool me once, shame…
UPDATE: Coco Berthmann Arrested, Accused of Fraud
As Coco Berthmann’s alleged fraud unraveled, attention shifted to the people left behind: donors, supporters, families, and others who trusted her story Over the past…
