Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries, facing sex trafficking charges, has been diagnosed with dementia, late-onset Alzheimer’s disease, and Lewy body dementia, according to recently filed court documents. This diagnosis, supported by a neuropsychological evaluation, has prompted questions regarding Jeffries’ competency to assist in his defense. Jeffries, along with two co-defendants, is accused of operating an international sex trafficking and prostitution ring from 2008 to 2015, allegedly coercing victims with promises of career advancement. A competency hearing is scheduled for June.
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Despite substantial evidence from numerous witnesses and text messages indicating former Rep. Matt Gaetz engaged in sex trafficking, prostitution, and drug use, Attorney General Merrick Garland declined prosecution. The Justice Department subsequently hindered congressional investigators’ access to information gathered during their own investigation, citing internal policy. The House Ethics Committee found sufficient evidence that Gaetz violated federal and state laws, including statutory rape, but acknowledged potential legal defenses against sex trafficking charges. This non-prosecution, while legally defensible based on evidentiary challenges, has drawn criticism for appearing to benefit a politically connected individual.
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The recent report on Representative Matt Gaetz has reignited the debate surrounding his apparent evasion of federal sex trafficking charges. This situation highlights a troubling trend: the Justice Department’s seemingly narrow application of federal sex trafficking laws, particularly when it comes to powerful individuals.
The outrage centers around the stark contrast between the alleged actions of Gaetz—allegations of sex with minors, payment for interstate travel for sexual purposes, and drug use at sex parties—and the lack of resulting federal charges. Many feel that such serious allegations, if proven true, should warrant prosecution, regardless of the perpetrator’s political standing or wealth.
This perception of unequal justice is fueled by comparisons to other cases.… Continue reading
A House Ethics Committee report concluded that Representative Matt Gaetz violated House rules and standards of conduct, citing substantial evidence of prostitution, statutory rape, drug use, and obstruction of Congress. Gaetz vehemently denies these accusations on social media, sharing excerpts of witness testimonies claiming they were not paid for sex and were not trafficked. He highlights the lack of criminal charges against him and alleges a politically motivated attack, pointing to the timing of the report’s release and endorsements from figures like Elon Musk. Gaetz emphasizes that gifts given to women he dated were not payments for sex, further contesting the report’s findings.
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The House Ethics Committee’s report concluded that former Rep. Matt Gaetz violated Florida’s statutory rape law by paying a 17-year-old for sex, one of at least 20 instances where he paid for sex or drugs. The investigation, which reviewed tens of thousands of dollars in personal transactions, revealed multiple violations of House rules, including the gift rule, related to sex with multiple women and drug use, primarily ecstasy, cocaine, and cannabis. While the committee found insufficient evidence to support federal sex trafficking charges, they determined substantial evidence existed to support multiple state law violations related to sexual misconduct. The report’s release followed Gaetz’s unsuccessful attempt to obtain a restraining order against the committee.
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A House Ethics Committee report details accusations that Representative Matt Gaetz, while in office, engaged in illicit sexual activity, including paying for sex with a minor, and used illicit drugs. The bipartisan investigation, spanning nearly five years, uncovered substantial evidence supporting these claims, along with violations of House rules regarding gifts and obstruction of Congress. Gaetz denies all allegations and filed a lawsuit to block the report’s release, arguing it contains defamatory information and exceeds the committee’s jurisdiction. The report’s release is unusual, given Gaetz’s resignation, but follows a narrow vote allowing its publication despite significant Republican opposition.
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A House Ethics Committee draft report reveals substantial evidence that former Rep. Matt Gaetz violated House rules and standards of conduct. The report alleges Gaetz paid for sex with multiple women, including a 17-year-old, used illegal drugs like cocaine and ecstasy, and misused his office to procure marijuana. These actions, spanning from 2017 to 2020, involved tens of thousands of dollars in payments and included alleged drug-fueled parties, one of which involved sexual acts with a minor in the presence of others. Despite Gaetz’s denials and a lawsuit to block the report’s release, the committee found sufficient evidence to support its findings.
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Three brothers, prominent real estate brokers Tal, Oren, and Alon Alexander, were arrested and federally charged with a sex trafficking scheme spanning from 2011 to 2021. The indictment alleges the brothers, along with others, lured women with promises of luxury experiences, then drugged and repeatedly sexually assaulted them in New York, Miami, and other locations. The scheme involved using social media and party promoters to target victims, and the brothers allegedly used their wealth and influence to facilitate the assaults. If convicted, each brother faces a sentence of 15 years to life in prison.
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Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has publicly advocated for the death penalty for those found guilty of child rape and sex trafficking, citing recent accusations against Sean “Diddy” Combs and Jay-Z. This statement follows accusations against Combs on federal sex trafficking charges and the inclusion of Jay-Z in a related lawsuit. Greene’s stance contrasts sharply with her previous actions, including attempts to block an ethics investigation into former Representative Matt Gaetz, who faced similar accusations. The timing of Greene’s comments and her past actions have prompted criticism on social media.
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Roger Golubski, a former Kansas City, Kansas police detective facing trial on multiple charges including civil rights violations and sex trafficking, was found dead from a gunshot wound at his home. Authorities are investigating but currently report no signs of foul play. Following notification of Golubski’s death, the federal judge dismissed the case. Prosecutors acknowledged the difficulty of the situation and expressed sympathy for those affected.
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