A comprehensive report released by the Rhode Island Attorney General reveals a lengthy history of sexual abuse by Catholic priests in the Diocese of Providence, affecting hundreds of victims over several decades. The investigation uncovered that at least 75 priests have been credibly accused of abusing more than 300 children. Survivors of the abuse have expressed their anger and frustration, claiming that the Catholic Church has long hidden these atrocities through a culture of secrecy. The report has been described as bombshell, highlighting a troubling legacy of complicity among church leaders in concealing the abuse. As the public processes this harrowing information, the Providence diocese has criticized the report, suggesting it is politically motivated. This investigation marks a significant moment for the survivors, many of whom feel empowered to speak out following the findings.