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Former Newsboys Frontman Michael Tait Faces Sexual Assault Charges

8/13/2025

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Michael Tait, the former frontman of Newsboys, is embroiled in serious criminal charges for alleged sexual assault, spearheaded by accuser Shawn Davis. Multiple victims have come forward, claiming Tait drugged and assaulted them. While Tait acknowledges "unwanted sensual" touching, he contests several allegations. In the wake of these claims, Newsboys have been dropped by their label, and their music has vanished from Christian radio.

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Michael Tait, the former frontman of Newsboys, is embroiled in serious criminal charges for alleged sexual assault, spearheaded by accuser Shawn Davis. Multiple victims have come forward, claiming Tait drugged and assaulted them. While Tait acknowledges "unwanted sensual" touching, he contests several allegations. In the wake of these claims, Newsboys have been dropped by their label, and their music has vanished from Christian radio.