Kendra Duggar has reportedly distanced herself from her parents while her husband, Joseph Duggar, continues to face serious criminal charges, according to a new report citing an unnamed source familiar with the family.
The source claimed that Kendra is no longer communicating with her parents, Paul and Christina Caldwell, or with her eight siblings as both families navigate the fallout from Joseph’s ongoing legal case.
According to the report, the Caldwell family has recently experienced significant upheaval. The source alleged that they have moved out of their home, placed their belongings in storage, and are now trying to determine their next steps after a series of personal and financial challenges.
The insider said the situation has been particularly difficult for the Caldwells, describing the past several weeks as an extremely stressful period.
Last month, Paul Caldwell publicly stated that his family had lost both their housing and employment following Joseph Duggar’s arrest. He later launched a fundraising campaign seeking financial assistance while searching for a new place to live and new employment opportunities.
According to the source, relocating has become especially challenging because of the size of the family and the emotional strain surrounding the legal case. The Caldwells are reportedly considering moving out of state in hopes of starting over.
The source also claimed that before leaving their previous residence, utility services had been disconnected and the family no longer felt safe remaining there.
While the Caldwells reportedly want to distance themselves from the Duggar family because of the ongoing controversy, the source said they are deeply saddened by the loss of communication with Kendra.
According to the report, the family hopes to rebuild their lives, find a stable living situation, and begin counseling to help them recover emotionally from recent events.
Representatives for Kendra Duggar have not publicly commented on the claims.
Joseph Duggar, 31, has pleaded not guilty to multiple criminal charges connected to allegations that he sexually abused a 9-year-old girl.
Authorities charged him with lewd and lascivious behavior involving a child younger than 12, as well as lewd and lascivious behavior committed by an adult, according to the Bay County Sheriff’s Office.
The allegations became public in March, and Joseph has denied the accusations. His criminal case remains ongoing.
Two days after Joseph’s arrest, Kendra Duggar was arrested on an alleged child endangerment charge connected to the investigation.
She was later released after posting bond. Joseph was also charged with child endangerment in addition to the earlier counts related to the Florida investigation.
The legal proceedings involving both husband and wife have placed additional pressure on the family as they await future court appearances.
Earlier this year, details from a recorded jail phone conversation between Joseph and Kendra became public.
During the call, Kendra spoke about the emotional toll the investigation had taken on her, saying her emotions shifted rapidly from feeling stable one moment to becoming completely overwhelmed the next.
The conversation highlighted the intense strain the family has experienced since Joseph’s arrest.
Despite standing behind their daughter and grandchildren, the Caldwell family has also publicly expressed support for the girl at the center of the criminal case.
In a statement released after Joseph’s arrest, the family said they were heartbroken by the allegations and described the situation as deeply traumatic.
They praised the girl for coming forward, saying they admired her courage and would continue supporting her through prayers and encouragement.
The statement also acknowledged the impact the case has had on Kendra’s children, noting that the family remains concerned about their well-being during the ongoing legal proceedings.
Joseph Duggar and Kendra Caldwell were married in 2017 and are parents of four children: Garrett, Addison, Brooklyn Praise, and Justus.
As Joseph’s criminal case moves toward trial, reports of family divisions and strained relationships continue to draw attention, though many of the claims regarding the family’s private interactions have not been independently confirmed.
