"Quagmire" is a noun that describes a difficult or complicated situation that is hard to escape from, similar to being stuck in a muddy swamp. It can also refer to a complicated or challenging problem. Full definition
It makes no sense for Hein to jeopardize that career path in the political quagmire of Park Point. (hudsonvalleyone.com)
Scholars for hundreds of years have challenged the Bible and have been caught in quagmires. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
Good intentions, energy, and strong conviction — the qualities most lauded in education entrepreneurs — can also lead into quagmires. (educationnext.org)