witch hunt

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Thierry Breton, the former top tech regulator at the European Commission, suggested that a "witch hunt" was taking place.

From BBC

The brothers have not made any public statements, but their lawyer told the court that they were being made victims of a "witch hunt".

From BBC

Asked by the BBC if she stood by the claim there was a witch hunt, Sultana said: "Absolutely."

From BBC

A spokesperson for Sultana said: "This witch hunt is indefensible - we must build a party that welcomes all socialists."

From BBC

“What we’re seeing is a witch hunt against lesbians,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal