Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell share the horrifying details contained in the 105-page federal court transcript from the June 12 detention hearing of the now-former South Carolina House of Representatives legislator — and now-former state Freedom Caucus leader — Robert J. May III. RJ May.

Though the tip about RJ’s alleged activity was delivered on March 31, it would take nearly three months for that tip to make its way to South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson’s Office, another week to make its way to the sheriff’s office and another three months before RJ’s house would be raided. 

Mandy and Liz talk about what went down in the hearing and how it’s even more egregious to know how few people in power have spoken out about RJ May’s alleged actions.

Also on the show, Myrtle Beach churchy business bro “pastor” John-Paul Miller was in court again this week for the final frivolous lawsuit he filed against a protester. Spoiler alert: JP lost. Again.

Plus, a look at an opinion piece written about the Scott Spivey killing case and why it’s wrong to conclude that South Carolina’s Stand Your Ground law means it’s OK to shoot and kill anyone so long as you feared for your life at the time. 

Let’s dive in! 🥽🦈
Episode References
“Editorial: Scott Spivey killing epitomizes what's wrong with SC stand your ground law” - The Post and Courier, Aug 16, 2025 📰

“Statement from the Office of South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson on the shooting of Scott Spivey” - Aug 6, 2025 📰

“SC legislator accused of distributing videos of child sexual abuse resigns House seat” - SC Daily Gazette, Aug 11, 2025 📰

Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force 🌐
Preview Of Ongoing Harassment:

Mandy's Motion To Quash Subpoena for Deposition in order to Preserve Her Sources and Reporter's Privilege, Uphold the First Amendment, and Guard The Freedom Of The Press📄
Bill Padget at HHP Law Group who seems to be against those things...
Judge McGee's Decision From Hearing Wednesday 📄

Premium Resources

RJ May’s Indictment - June 10, 2025 📄

RJ May’s Arrest Warrant - June 11, 2025 📄

RJ May Federal Brief Supporting Detention - June 12, 2025 📄

RJ May Hearing Transcript - June 12, 2025 📄

Referenced Past Episodes: TSP 107 🎧

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