Seeing People Twist Islam to Fit Their Wants - A Reminder, Insha'Allah

As-salamu alaykum. Lately I've come across a lot of groups and online communities where people seem to be reshaping Islam to suit their wishes. They act like many clearly forbidden acts are actually okay. I've read posts claiming being gay or trans isn't a sin, that crossdressing isn't addressed in the Quran so it's fine, and even attempts to excuse zina, casual dating, or drinking. What I notice is a common pattern: many of them dismiss the hadith altogether, ignoring the evidence and sources. I haven't met anyone who offered a sound logical case for rejecting hadith; usually it's just because accepting hadith would force them to change their behavior. A person finds out their choice is labeled haram in the hadith, so they throw out the hadith instead of changing themselves. Islam doesn't bend - it's constant, and the Quran has been preserved since revelation. Yet some still try to rationalize these things. They rarely try to understand the wisdom behind a prohibition. Their arguments show up only to defend what they want, not to learn why rulings exist. Sadly, for some Islam has become nothing more than following desires. They lack a moral compass, react emotionally, and often can't hold a reasoned debate. If you disagree, they immediately resort to insults and name-calling. Worse, some use religion from a place of arrogance, thinking themselves superior and twisting teachings to justify harsh behavior. If such people gain power, they can become tyrants. I've read stories of people claiming religion to excuse violence at home or elsewhere - it's horrifying. To me, true Islam is neither as restrictive as some say nor an anything-goes freedom. It is a balanced way of life. May Allah guide us to the straight path. Indeed these are confusing times; may He open the eyes of those blinded by desires and grant us mercy and guidance. Allah knows best.