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Netflix’s Vladimir, led by Rachel Weisz, aims to fuse a campus sex scandal with a desire-driven thriller and Fleabag-esque fourth-wall monologues, but its flirtations with provocative material and sharp wit mostly miss the mark, leaning into self-delusion and one-sided storytelling rather than fully exploring victims or power dynamics; aesthetically glossy but narratively undercooked and not particularly captivating.
A House committee released a collection of birthday messages sent to Jeffrey Epstein in 2003, revealing entries from notable figures including former President Bill Clinton and others, some of which contain crude or explicit content, shedding light on Epstein's social circle prior to his arrest and charges.
House Democrats released an image of a note allegedly signed by Donald Trump and related to Jeffrey Epstein's birthday book, which contains explicit content and signatures resembling Trump's. Trump denies writing or drawing the note, calling it a fake, while the House committee seeks further transparency on Epstein-related files. The controversy highlights ongoing investigations into Epstein's connections and the involvement of high-profile figures.
Former Rep. Matt Gaetz, nominated by Donald Trump for attorney general, is accused of paying two women to travel to New York for sex in 2019, according to their attorney. The women testified to a House Ethics Committee that Gaetz paid for their travel and sex, and provided text messages and Venmo records as evidence. Despite a Justice Department investigation, no charges were filed against Gaetz, who denies the allegations. The women claim their interactions were consensual but influenced by drugs, and they have received FBI-funded counseling.
British police are investigating a sexting scam targeting lawmakers, with a Conservative MP admitting to sharing colleagues' phone numbers under pressure from a man he met on a dating app. The scam, described as a "spear phishing" attack, has raised concerns about cybersecurity for MPs, with allegations of a cyberattack against the MP being a cause for concern. The U.K. government has previously complained about cyberattacks, including against MPs, and espionage claims by Beijing. This comes after the U.S. Justice Department announced charges against Chinese hackers targeting U.S. businesses and political officials, highlighting the global threat of cyberattacks.
Billy Baldwin fires back at Sharon Stone's claims that a producer pressured her to sleep with him during the filming of "Sliver," alleging that it was actually Stone who wanted to seduce him off set. Stone had named the late Robert Evans as the producer who allegedly pushed for the encounter, but Baldwin refuted this, claiming it was Evans who changed a sex scene at his request so he wouldn't have to kiss Stone. He also accused Stone of making inappropriate comments about him and threatened to reveal "disturbing" tales about her if she continues to mention him.
Netflix's Content Chief Bela Bajaria emphasized that the streaming giant's deal with WWE does not involve Vince McMahon, who has resigned from TKO/WWE amid the sex trafficking lawsuit. Netflix's optimism about the deal stems from the opportunity to provide 52 weeks of live programming and attract new subscribers, while expanding WWE's reach to its 250 million global members.
US Senator Ben Cardin expressed his anger and disappointment over a former staffer who allegedly recorded himself having sex in a Capitol Hill hearing room. Cardin called it a breach of trust and stated that the incident is being investigated by the US Capitol police. The identity of the ex-staffer and whether he was fired have not been confirmed. Another senator, Amy Klobuchar, mentioned that Cardin's office is handling the situation, while Joe Manchin joked about leaving Cardin alone. Cardin had previously announced his retirement in 2025 after serving three Senate terms.
Aidan Maese-Czeropski, a former Senate staffer and environmentalist, was fired from his position after being identified as one of the men filmed having public sex in a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing room. The 24-year-old had been climbing the ranks of the Democratic Party and had recently joined Sen. Ben Cardin's office as an aide. Maese-Czeropski has a history of posting risque comments on social media and has worked for other Democratic senators in the past. The United States Capitol Police have launched an investigation into potential criminal violations related to the video. Maese-Czeropski admitted to "poor judgment" but claimed to be victimized over the incident.
A Senate staffer, Aidan Maese-Czeropski, has been fired after a video surfaced allegedly showing him having sex with another man in a congressional hearing room. The video was published by the Daily Caller and later confirmed by Capitol Police, who are currently investigating the matter. Maese-Czeropski, who worked for Democratic Sen. Ben Cardin, addressed the situation on social media, claiming he was being attacked for his sexual orientation and denying any disrespect towards his workplace. The room where the video was filmed has been the site of significant historical events, including James Comey's testimony and the 9/11 commission hearings.
Bridget Ziegler, co-founder of the conservative group Moms for Liberty, and her husband Christian Ziegler, chairman of the Republican Party of Florida, are facing a sex scandal involving a threesome. The woman involved has accused Christian Ziegler of sexual assault. Bridget Ziegler has been asked to resign from her position on the Sarasota County School Board, but has thus far declined to do so. Both Zieglers are facing pressure to resign from their respective positions due to the scandal.
Aidan Maese-Czeropski, a former US Senate staffer, has been ousted from his job after allegedly filming himself having sex in a Judiciary Committee hearing room. The explicit video, which took place in the same room where Supreme Court nominees are grilled, was posted on a public account. The United States Capitol Police have launched an investigation into potential criminal violations. Maese-Czeropski previously appeared in an ad for President Biden and has faced public mockery for his actions.
The Florida GOP is preparing to remove Christian Ziegler from his position as chairman following a sex scandal involving him and his wife. Ziegler has faced criticism for comparing his situation to former President Donald Trump's controversies and allegedly requesting a $2 million severance package. Party members are increasingly resentful of his refusal to step aside and are offended by his hypocrisy. Ziegler is accused of raping a woman who had previously engaged in a threesome with him and his wife. Public education advocates and LGBTQ families have also protested against Bridget Ziegler, Christian's wife, who serves on Sarasota's school board. Prominent Republicans, including Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Senator Marco Rubio, have called for Ziegler's resignation. The party is expected to hold an emergency meeting to discuss launching an investigation into Ziegler's alleged impropriety and potentially suspend him without pay.
Florida GOP chair Christian Ziegler denies reports that he asked for a $2 million buyout to resign amid a sex scandal and police investigation. The allegations come as the executive board of the Republican Party of Florida prepares to hold an emergency meeting to discuss the rape accusations against Ziegler and the controversy surrounding a threesome he and his wife had with the accuser. Ziegler has not been charged with any crime and claims the encounter was consensual. The board is expected to discuss launching an investigation into Ziegler and potentially suspending his pay or expelling him. The Florida Democratic Party criticized Ziegler's alleged demand for a buyout, calling it "an absolute joke."
Bridget Ziegler, co-founder of conservative group Moms for Liberty, has been asked to resign from her position on the Sarasota County School Board in Florida following a sex scandal.