So now you know the truth. Move on and ignore them. Find better friends

Report them. Some countries already have web-constables.

Sounds like a hostile work environment. I’d report them.

Oh, do take screenshots if possible and send them to every possible higher-up.

Slip in a photo of you wearing body armor and brandishing an AR-15. They'll STFU PDQ, PJ.

Prince John? That You? I bet Sir Hiss and that Sherrif are the instigators....... Work is not a popularity contest. I was told once when I was being downsized that I was 1st on the list because my coworkers hated how I did my work when the boss was on travel. But I was the best worker they had (his words). It stinks, but that is life. Life is not fair, it is how you respond to it that matters.

Make sure you document everything including screen shots.