Trump-Backed Senate Candidate's Son-In-Law Linked to White Nationalist

Mike Collins, the Republican Senate nominee in Georgia and a trucking executive endorsed by Donald Trump, has been linked to white nationalist influencer David Alan Scheer II, who is his son-in-law. Scheer II has reportedly shared antisemitic conspiracies and Nazi imagery online. Collins, who has represented Georgia’s 10th congressional district since 2023, has faced scrutiny over his associations with far-right and extremist figures, as well as his own social media activity and accusations of antisemitism, which he has denied. He has also questioned the legitimacy of the 2020 election and defended January 6 rioters, stating they deserved pardons.

Collins, an anti-abortion hardliner and a former member of the "Freedom Caucus," has been a subject of controversy during his tenure in public office. His campaign has previously addressed accusations of antisemitism, with Collins denying such claims. The revelations about his son-in-law's online activities add another layer to the controversies surrounding the candidate. The Guardian's reporting highlights the extent of these connections and their potential implications for Collins' Senate campaign.

Scheer II's online presence, as detailed by The Guardian, includes the dissemination of harmful ideologies and imagery. This association raises significant questions about the vetting process and the influences surrounding political candidates, particularly those seeking federal office with the backing of prominent political figures like Donald Trump. The ongoing scrutiny of Collins' associations underscores the broader challenges in political discourse regarding extremism and hate speech.