Matt Walsh delivered a scathing critique of mainstream churches during a panel at Turning Point USA (TPUSA), condemning their perceived complicity in transgender ideology. His pointed criticism targeted churches that either openly embrace LGBT symbols or remain silent on transgender matters. Walsh’s remarks challenge church leaders to choose between upholding traditional doctrine or conforming to cultural trends.
During a panel discussion hosted by Real America's Voice at Turning Point USA in Atlanta, Matt Walsh condemned mainstream churches for their weak response to transgender ideology. His criticism centered on what he described as a "deliberate surrender" by religious institutions that have either embraced LGBT symbols or remained silent on transgender issues.
Matt Walsh tells how the biggest problem about transgenderism is that the church is milquetoast and lukewarm about the subject, right up to the pastor. Some even can be considered an LGBT cult.@mattwalshshow @mattwalshblog @Charliekirk11 pic.twitter.com/6ixm5tKZlV
— Real America's Voice (RAV) (@RealAmVoice) March 20, 2025
Walsh rejected the notion that churches were simply unaware of the issue, stating, "I wish… that I could say we were asleep at the wheel because if you fall asleep at the wheel, it's not necessarily your fault. That's something that happens accidentally." He argued that some religious institutions have transformed into "LGBT cult" establishments rather than maintaining their Christian identity.
The Daily Wire commentator shared his frustration regarding the absence of religious leaders supporting his stance against transgender ideology between 2016 and 2021. He remarked, "I was more likely to look over to my side and see a liberal feminist standing with me on this issue than a Christian pastor," highlighting the unexpected alliances that formed during his advocacy work.
.@MattWalshBlog SLAMS churches for ‘deliberate surrender’ on trans issues:
"You don't like my approach, what's your alternative? Because your approach is nothing."pic.twitter.com/Wt73L5O0dF
— Daily Wire (@realDailyWire) March 20, 2025
Walsh noted that when pastors did address him, it was often to criticize his approach as too harsh rather than offering alternative solutions. His response to such criticism was direct: "You don't like my approach; what's your alternative? Because your approach is nothing," challenging church leaders to provide substantive engagement rather than mere critique.
A particular target of Walsh's criticism was what he termed "woke churches" that display rainbow flags in their sanctuaries. He suggested that such symbols should only be used in the biblical story of Noah's Ark, implying that their current usage represents a departure from traditional Christian symbolism.
However, Walsh identified an even more significant issue with churches that avoid addressing transgender ideology altogether. These "milquetoast" and "lukewarm" institutions, in his view, fail in their responsibility to provide moral guidance on contemporary issues, allowing cultural trends to dictate church positions rather than scriptural principles.
As Walsh calls out churches for their inaction, federal authorities continue to expose figures like Eugene Henley Jr., who used religious and community platforms as fronts for criminal enterprises. The contrast between true faith-based leadership and those who exploit religious institutions for personal gain underscores the broader cultural battle between genuine Christian values and corruption disguised as progress.
Federal authorities aim to dismantle deceptive organizations while voices like Walsh challenge churches to take a stand on moral issues. The coming years will determine whether religious institutions reclaim their traditional role or continue down a path of cultural conformity.