Amy Coney Barrett's Father Appointed Legal Counsel for Controversial Christian Group

Survivors of alleged abuse within the group express concern over potential conflict of interest and suppression of information.

Survivors of alleged abuse within the People of Praise Christian group have expressed concern over the appointment of Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett's father, Michael Coney, as the group's legal counsel.
Michael Coney's new role reportedly includes handling 'issues of concern' within the group, including 'misuse of authority', 'lack of accountable leadership', and 'mistrust of the board'.
Members of PoP Survivors, a group of former members who allegedly endured abuse within the group, fear that Michael Coney's position could allow him to block potentially damaging information from becoming public.
The People of Praise group has faced allegations of emotional trauma and abuse, and has been likened to a cult by some ex-members.
Justice Amy Coney Barrett has not been accused of wrongdoing, but her association with the group has been scrutinized.