Controversy over Wikipedia's Political Bias

After Acting U.S. Attorney for D.C. Ed Martin raised concerns about Wikipedia's political bias, editors attacked him, Wikipedia co-founder Larry Sanger, and Elon Musk for criticizing the site's left-wing bias. Suggestions were made to blackout the site or move servers outside the U.S. Martin's Wikipedia page was vandalized, and labels like 'far-right' and 'conspiracy theorist' were added. The site has faced scrutiny for left-wing bias and sourcing policies.

Controversial Actions of Interim US Attorney Ed Martin

Interim US attorney for Washington DC, Ed Martin, declared himself and other federal attorneys to be President Trump's lawyers, contradicting the federal oath of office he swore to support the constitution. This follows controversial actions by Martin, such as promising Elon Musk legal action without charges and ordering a review of Capitol attack prosecutions.

Extreme Anti-Abortion Stance of Republican National Convention Platform Committee Leader

Ed Martin, a key figure in the Republican National Convention's platform committee, has a history of advocating extreme anti-abortion positions, including supporting a national ban without exceptions for rape or incest. He has been vocal about wanting to jail women who get abortions and the doctors who perform them. Martin's views contrast with recent efforts by former President Donald Trump to move away from calls for a national ban on abortion.

Republican National Committee Hires 'Stop the Steal' Supporter for 2024 Party Platform

The Republican National Committee has hired a prominent supporter of the 'Stop the Steal' movement to help craft its 2024 party platform, highlighting the institutionalization of the movement in the GOP. The hire, Ed Martin, has been vocal about reversing the 2020 election results and has ties to Trump's efforts. The RNC's decision has raised concerns and criticism from both Democrats and some Republicans.