# Pete Buttigieg’s Twins Caught in Political Hoax

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Podcast: [Spokane News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/spokane-news-today-2-min-the-daily-news-now-7569664)
Published: 2026-06-27T03:08:26+00:00
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Pete Buttigieg’s life turned upside down when a vicious swatting hoax—fueled by false claims of violent crimes—triggered a full police response, including Child Protective Services, and temporarily tore him away from his four-year-old twins. The anonymous caller, alleging Buttigieg confessed to unspeakable acts at a conference he never attended, forced investigators to interview the children without his presence—a gut-wrenching ordeal he described as deeply personal and politically weaponized. Though the report was swiftly debunked by authorities and deemed politically motivated, the trauma echoed the pain of his son’s critical illness after adoption. This chilling episode underscores how online hate can erupt into real-world chaos, especially when children are dragged into the crosshairs. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/565e086a11a2e26e

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