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Pete Buttigieg and his kids were targeted by child services swatting call: Police

Pete Buttigieg and his kids were targeted by child services swatting call: Police

Summary

Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and his children were subject to a false child protective services (CPS) call based on untrue allegations. Authorities have confirmed the report was false, and Buttigieg’s children were returned to his care after being temporarily separated.

Key Facts

  • Pete Buttigieg’s home in Traverse City, Michigan, was visited by CPS and police due to an anonymous allegation concerning his 4-year-old twins.
  • The children were interviewed without family present, and Buttigieg was initially not allowed to be alone with them.
  • Buttigieg and his husband arranged for their children to stay with grandparents during this period.
  • The report claimed Buttigieg had spoken about committing violent crimes, which was false.
  • Police and CPS found no evidence to support the allegations.
  • Michigan State Police confirmed the report was false and emphasized that false reports waste resources.
  • Buttigieg described the experience as deeply upsetting and suggested possible motives could include political targeting or homophobia.
  • After the investigation, Buttigieg was allowed to be with his children again without restrictions.
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