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Pastor Douglas Wilson's Christ Church, an extension of his Idaho-based evangelical movement, opened a new location in Washington, D.C., attracting a large crowd, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Wilson, a self-described Christian nationalist, advocates for a Christian theocracy and holds views considered controversial by many, including opposing women's suffrage and LGBTQ+ rights. His growing influence among MAGA conservatives is linked to his association with the Trump administration and figures like Mark Meadows. While Wilson claims his views are becoming more mainstream, critics express concern about his increasing power and impact on American society.

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