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Tim Ballard claims LDS Church excommunicated him to cover up abuse
Original: Anti-trafficking activist Tim Ballard says LDS Church ‘excommunicated’ him to hide child abuse in the faith
Anti-trafficking activist Tim Ballard says the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints excommunicated him in an effort to conceal child abuse within the faith. Ballard, whose operations inspired the film 'Sound of Freedom,' has himself faced sexual misconduct allegations, and the dispute with his former church is drawing fresh attention to both his conduct and the institution's handling of abuse claims.
Why now: The dramatic public accusation by a high-profile figure against the LDS Church has reignited controversy surrounding Ballard and abuse allegations in the faith.
Tim BallardThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day SaintsThe Salt Lake Tribune
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