When individuals entangle themselves with a manipulative con man who leverages his social prowess to deceive, lie, and exploit the naivety and ignorance of others, there is invariably a cost.

Hicks serves as an example of someone who fell prey to Trump and was beguiled into believing there would be no consequences for endorsing, applauding, and embracing the deceit and thousands of lies Trump peddles to his followers and others.

Engaging with malevolence often results in severe repercussions. As the saying goes, “If you play with fire, you’re going to get burned.”

The Bible illustrates that even Lucifer can masquerade as an angel of light. He quoted Psalm 91:11-12 to Jesus in the desert after tempting Jesus with promises of wealth, power, and fame.

Luke 4: 1-13 — 2 Corinthians 11: 13-15