Karoline Leavitt Torches Democratic Congressman Who Called Her a 'Fake Christian'

Democrats frequently come across as condescending and presumptuous while launching unwarranted attacks.

Thankfully, one sharp and talented young staffer in President Donald Trump’s administration knows how to handle such baseless criticism.

On Saturday, as reported by the New York Post, 27-year-old White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt responded to Democratic Rep. Dave Min of California, who had labeled her a "fake Christian" last month on X.

“I think it’s pitiful for an elected member of Congress to say that about a woman who he’s never even met,” Leavitt stated.

At her first press briefing on Jan. 28, Leavitt wore a gold cross necklace.

“My Christian faith is a huge part of my life,” she told the Post. “My faith, my marriage, my family life — it’s everything to me.”

Her dispute with Min originated from a Jan. 29 post concerning an Office and Management and Budget memo.

“This is NOT a rescission of the federal funding freeze. It is simply a rescission of the OMB memo. Why? To end any confusion created by the court’s injunction. The President’s EO’s on federal funding remain in full force and effect, and will be rigorously implemented,” Leavitt wrote.

Min then resorted to attacking her faith while accusing her of dishonesty, extending his criticism to Trump’s entire administration in a distasteful manner.

“‘Thou shalt not bear false witness…’ @PressSec Karoline Leavitt is a Fake Christian, like so many in this Golden Calf administration,” Min wrote.

Accusing someone of dishonesty is one thing, but challenging their sincere religious beliefs—shared by billions—demonstrates the kind of arrogance and presumption Democrats often display.

The term "Christian" is rarely examined in its true depth. However, in light of Min’s remark, it is worth reflecting on its meaning.

In 1952’s "Mere Christianity," renowned author C.S. Lewis defined a Christian as "one who accepts the common doctrines of Christianity."

This definition—embracing Christianity’s "common doctrines"—directly contradicts the notion of labeling someone a "fake Christian."

“It is not for us to say who, in the deepest sense, is or is not close to the spirit of Christ. We do not see into men’s hearts. We cannot judge, and are indeed forbidden to judge,” Lewis wrote.

Min’s statement exemplifies this condescending presumption.

Furthermore, it is important to consider what it truly means to accept Christianity’s "common doctrines."

We can distinguish between those who genuinely embrace these doctrines and those who treat them as merely one philosophy among many.

For instance, do you believe in the virgin birth and the miracles of Jesus during His earthly ministry? Do you believe His suffering, death, and resurrection granted sinners the hope of eternal life?

If so, you accept Christianity’s "common doctrines."

On the other hand, do you dismiss Christianity’s supernatural aspects? Do you view it purely as a moral framework to reference when convenient?

If so, then your perspective lacks the essence of true Christianity.

Christianity warns against dishonesty, but so do many other philosophical and moral systems. Humanity recognized the value of truth long before Christ’s arrival.

Therefore, Min’s accusation of Leavitt as a "fake Christian" was not only presumptuous but also demonstrated his misunderstanding of Christianity itself.

To sum up, Leavitt did not lie, but even if she had, it would be incorrect to call her a "fake Christian." The heart of Christianity—its defining feature—is not merely moral guidance but the belief that the Son of God came to Earth to redeem humanity from sin.