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Brand and Trump Jr.
DAY OF RECKONING

MAGA Comedian Finally Jailed for Years of Vile Sex Crimes

The former Hollywood star had vehemently denied the claims against him during a high-profile trial in the United Kingdom.

Will Neal

Russell Brand is leaving Southwark Crown Court, London, on October 27, 2026, where he faces three charges of rape, indecent assault, and three counts of sexual assault relating to six women.
NOT SO FAST

Judge Issues Surprising Decision in Russell Brand Case

The MAGA comic’s legal battle isn’t over yet, though.

Reagin von Lehe

A photo illustration of Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein for TDB podcast.
BIRDS OF A FEATHER

Why Trump’s Worst Scandal Is About to Haunt Him: Guru

The president can’t escape his past, political guru David Rothkopf says.

Vic Verbalaitis

Paolo Zampolli, Donald Trump, Melania Trump
BOMBSHELL CLAIM

Melania and Trump’s Matchmaker Accused of Horrific Attack

Paolo Zampolli, 56, is accused of drugging and violently attacking a 33-year-old model.

Tom Latchem

Andrew and Tristain Tate
PHONY FORTUNE

Andrew Tate Forced to Make Embarrassing Wealth Admission

The Tate brothers essentially owned none of the luxury items they constantly posted about, their lawyers admitted.

Annabella Rosciglione

Jared Leto attends an event during Paris Fashion Week on September 28, 2024 in Paris, France.
SHOCK ALLEGATIONS

Oscar Winner Accused of Criminal Sexual Conduct

The alleged incidents span 2002 to 2016, when the actor was in his 30s and 40s.

Martha McHardy

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Former Senate candidate Graham Platner sports a union T-shirt at a rally.
HE’S OUT!

Dem Star Officially Ends Senate Bid After Sex Assault Claim

Graham Platner’s exit is official.

Mary Papenfuss

Donald Trump
WHY GO THERE?

Elite Law Firm in Civil War Over Trump Sex Abuse Case

Sullivan & Cromwell’s work for the president has enraged some of its own partners.

Will Neal

Donald Trump
TERRIFIED BY TRUMP

Trump’s Beauty Queen Accuser: Why I Live in Fear

A beauty queen says she is haunted by a 1993 encounter with a New York City businessman named Donald Trump.

Julia Ornedo

Caroll
NEW TARGET

MAGA Fanatics Go After Attorney Who Humiliated Trump

A conservative group is now targeting an attorney for one of Trump’s foes.

Annabella Rosciglione

Keul story 2 image.
'FRESH MEAT'

Model Claims Epstein Used Trump Pageants to Recruit Women

Beatrice Keul told PunchUp that she believes the events were used as a pipeline for Jeffrey Epstein’s network.

Tom Latchem

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