A lawsuit filed Monday alleges an Army gynecologist at Fort Hood secretly recorded intimate videos of a patient, who is believed to be one of many victims. The suit claims Army leadership was aware of sexual misconduct complaints against Dr. Blaine McGraw for years but allowed him to continue practicing. McGraw has been suspended and is under investigation by the Army Criminal Investigation Division, who have contacted at least 25 women after discovering photos and videos on his electronic devices. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of the plaintiff, “Jane Doe,” alleges McGraw’s actions included inappropriate touching, crude remarks, and unnecessary procedures, leaving the woman feeling violated and unsafe.
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An internal affairs investigation within the Horry County Police Department led to the resignations of four officers: Sergeant Torry Lewis, Detective Don Kobithen, Investigator Kelsey Manemeit, and Lieutenant Misty Gore. The investigation, focused on internal personnel matters, revealed violations of the code of conduct, specifically concerning alleged sexual relationships among the officers. ABC15’s Freedom of Information Act request revealed details of the relationships and that Public Information Officer Mikayla Moskov also resigned. The Horry County Police Department is committed to maintaining the highest professional standards and appropriate conduct.
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Another woman has come forward to accuse Karim Khan, the ICC’s chief prosecutor, of sexual misconduct. The woman, who worked as an unpaid intern for Khan in 2009, alleges unwanted sexual advances and abuse of his authority. Her claims include similar behaviors to those alleged by an ICC staffer, with both women stating Khan sought to pressure them into sexual activity, often in his home. Khan, who denies all allegations, has temporarily stepped aside as the investigation continues, and his legal team claims the allegations are demonstrably untrue.
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Michael Cohen, Donald Trump’s former personal attorney, recently stated that he never met Jeffrey Epstein or Ghislaine Maxwell, and only worked on one case involving allegations of sexual misconduct. This comes amid public scrutiny of Trump’s ties to Epstein, who died by suicide while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. Cohen discussed a case involving an anonymous plaintiff, “Katie Johnson,” who alleged sexual abuse involving Trump and Epstein, a claim Cohen has disputed. Cohen has criticized those who attempt to link him to the alleged claims.
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A recently resurfaced video depicts Donald Trump as a judge in a 1991 Elite Modeling “Look of the Year” competition, raising concerns given Elite’s history of alleged misconduct and exploitation of young models. The video’s emergence coincides with renewed scrutiny of Trump’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein and the ongoing controversy surrounding the handling of the “Epstein Files”. Further compounding these concerns are past allegations of Trump’s inappropriate behavior with models, including a claim from a past partner. These claims come after Trump was found liable for sexual abuse of writer E. Jean Caroll in a dressing room in 1996, and ordered to pay millions in damages.
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Newly unearthed video shows Donald Trump judging the Elite Model Agency’s 1991 “Look of the Year” competition, which featured young models and has since been linked to sexual misconduct allegations against its founder. This resurfacing of the video occurs amidst scrutiny over Trump’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case, and as polls reveal widespread dissatisfaction with transparency surrounding the case, even among a portion of MAGA supporters. Furthermore, Trump has been criticized for past behavior at beauty pageants, including Miss Teen USA events, and he has also been linked to Epstein, having attended parties with him and making remarks about Epstein’s interest in younger women. Trump’s reaction to those seeking more information on the Epstein case has shifted, making it a political tool.
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Following the lifting of a Romanian travel ban, Andrew Tate, facing human trafficking charges, appeared at a UFC event alongside his brother and prominent figures including the UFC president and the FBI director, highlighting a stark shift in the US political landscape. This event, coupled with the rise of the manosphere and the resurgence of prominent figures accused of sexual misconduct, demonstrates a significant backlash against the #MeToo movement. Despite legal advancements and increased cultural awareness of sexual misconduct, the movement’s impact has been limited, with survivors facing significant risks and societal resistance persisting. While setbacks are evident, successful legal challenges against abusers, like that of Bay Higginbotham, offer a sliver of hope for continued progress.
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Following a House Ethics Committee report alleging substantial evidence of sexual misconduct and illegal drug use, former Representative Matt Gaetz shared a note from President Trump stating, “Very Unfair!” The report detailed allegations of payments to women for sexual activity and drug use, including an alleged encounter with a minor, though it did not find evidence of federal sex trafficking violations. Gaetz denies wrongdoing, citing the report’s reliance on witnesses he claims are unreliable, and previously dismissed by the Department of Justice. He maintains he never had sexual contact with a minor.
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