Quinton Ceasar, a leading Lutheran pastor, proclaimed, "God is queer," to a congregation of 20,000, stirring indignation among conservatives and drawing criticism from public figures.
Andrew Trull, a spokesperson for Starbucks, issued a statement denying any alterations in the company's stance or policies concerning Pride or other heritage month celebrations.
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Deputy Director Paul Abbate surprised Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) by claiming the agency "unintentionally" spied on Americans.
Burisma Holdings founder Mykola Zlochevsky is believed to be an asset of Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR), according to an anonymous national security source.
"Instead of being a calm and trusted voice of science and reason, the American people felt let down, often deceived and left damaged," said Rep. Wenstrup.