'Courageous' Girl Accusing Joseph Duggar of Sexual Assault 'Strong Enough to Share Her Story,' Say Parents of Kendra Duggar
By Chris Spargo
Published on April 21, 2026.
The family of Kendra Duggar has publicly supported the young girl accusing their son-in-law, Joseph Duggar, of sexual assault. The Caldwell family posted a statement on social media praising the girl's courage to share her story and promising to stand by her as the case proceeds. The minor, now 14, alleges that she was just 9 when "several incidents of sexual abuse" occurred during a family vacation in Florida. Joseph was among the guests on the trip and allegedly asked the girl to sit on his lap several times. The girl's father, Joseph, confessed to the crime, leading to an investigation that resulted in charges of lewd and lascivious behavior.
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