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“After reviewing reports and evidence submitted to the Draper Police Department and West Jordan Police Department, the Salt Lake County District Attorney’s Office has declined to file charges against Taylor Frankie Paul,” the statement reads.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

As interior minister, he helped oversee the crackdown against the women’s rights protests of 2022.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Paul has also filed her own protective order against Mortensen, which a Utah judge signed off on last week.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

"Maybe I was rebelling against everything, but not knowing what I was trying to aim for at the same time."

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

I blink against the stark white light, try to get my bearings.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam