Sen. JD Vance and Lance Wallnau Join Forces in Pennsylvania Town Hall Amid Controversy

The upcoming town hall event in Pennsylvania, where Ohio Sen. JD Vance will join evangelical leader Lance Wallnau, has sparked controversy due to Wallnau's provocative statements and association with the Seven Mountains Mandate.

Controversial Figures Attend Pennsylvania Town Hall

On Saturday, Ohio Senator JD Vance is scheduled to participate in a town hall event in Pennsylvania, alongside evangelical leader Lance Wallnau. This event has raised eyebrows due to Wallnau's recent remarks regarding Vice President Kamala Harris, in which he accused her of using "witchcraft" following a presidential debate.

Lance Wallnau and the Seven Mountains Mandate

Wallnau, a Texas-based celebrity evangelist and self-described prophet, is known for popularizing the Seven Mountains Mandate, which encourages conservative Christians to occupy positions of power in seven key areas of society: business, education, media, government, and more. Since 2016, Wallnau and his allies have depicted former President Donald Trump as a divinely chosen leader, drawing parallels to the biblical figure King Cyrus. They argue that Trump has been ordained by God to restore Christian dominance in America, despite the contentious 2020 election.

Wallnau's Involvement in January 6 Events

Wallnau's involvement in pro-Trump protests on January 6, 2021, raised concerns as he joined demonstrators in Washington, D.C., to pray for divine intervention amidst the Capitol unrest. His participation in these events has drawn criticism, questioning the implications of mingling religious beliefs with political activism.

In recent months, Wallnau has collaborated with right-wing activist Charlie Kirk to host a series of get-out-the-vote worship rallies in swing states. These events have blended pro-Trump political messaging with apocalyptic warnings, framing the upcoming 2024 election as a battleground between good and evil. Wallnau has gone so far as to imply that democratic leaders are under the influence of demonic forces, signaling a shift towards spiritual warfare rhetoric in the political arena.

Controversial Commentary on Harris

Wallnau's comments regarding Vice President Kamala Harris have been particularly inflammatory. He accused Harris of employing "the spirit of Jezebel" to mislead the public. He claimed that her debate performance was a manipulation of imagery to create a false impression. Such remarks not only undermine Harris' capabilities but also perpetuate harmful stereotypes against women in politics.

Vance's Association with Controversial Figures

Senator Vance's involvement with controversial religious leaders has also come under scrutiny. He recently participated in an event at Generation Church in Arizona, led by pastor Ryan Visconti, known for his anti-gay social media posts. These connections raise questions about Vance's alignment with leaders espousing divisive rhetoric and his potential influence on the LGBTQ+ community.