Former NFL quarterback and philanthropist Tim Tebow made a compelling appearance on Capitol Hill on Wednesday, testifying before the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance.
The hearing primarily focused on the alarming rise of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) circulating online, prompting Tebow to bring attention to the urgency of addressing this grave concern.
Tebow’s foundation actively works to protect vulnerable children, and his testimony aimed to shed light on the critical need for immediate and effective action against child exploitation.
In his emotional opening remarks, Tebow shared a heart-wrenching letter from a victim of sexual abuse, stating, “Rescue me. Help me. Monsters are chasing. Can’t you see? Monsters are whispering. Can’t you hear? Monsters are shouting you are nothing. Can’t you feel my pain?”
Tim Tebow delivers his opening statement Combating Child Sexual Abuse Material at a House hearing.
"We have to do more than just talk about it. We have to act on it and be about it." 👏
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Tebow urged lawmakers to support and pass a crucial bill that would establish and fund a dedicated rescue team tasked with identifying and liberating children who fall victim to sexual abuse and exploitation. His plea resonated with a call for immediate and decisive action against the growing crisis.
“If all we do today is speak, all I do is speak, I also missed the mark. We have to do more than just talk about it. We have to act on it and be about it,” Tebow emphasized during his testimony.
Tebow was not alone in his efforts, joined by other witnesses, including a Vice President from the Tim Tebow Foundation and a former Homeland Security Investigations supervisor. Together, they presented a united front, stressing the importance of a collaborative and proactive approach in the fight against child exploitation.
As Tim Tebow takes his fight to Capitol Hill, his passionate testimony serves as a powerful call to action, imploring lawmakers to prioritize the safety and well-being of vulnerable children. The question now lies in how Congress will respond to this urgent plea for legislative action.
