Topic: Rapes

A review of the 2016 lawsuit filed by "Katie Johnson" against Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein reveals a history of voluntary dismissals and lack of physical evidence. The suit, which alleged a 1994 assault in Manhattan, was promoted by attorney Lisa Bloom and producer Norm Lebeau before being withdrawn days before the 2016 election. The narrative is characterized as a recurring political strategy similar to the Russia hoax.

Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, faces trial for over 30 offenses, including four counts of rape and drug offenses. The scandal coincides with the Crown Princess apologizing for her past friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, further damaging the reputation of the Norwegian royals.

Congresswoman Nancy Mace confronted ABC's George Stephanopoulos after he questioned her support for Donald Trump in light of the E. Jean Carroll civil verdict. Mace, a rape survivor, accused Stephanopoulos of "shaming" her by using her past trauma to score political points. The hosts discuss the ethics of the interview and the distinction between civil and criminal liability.

Senator Ted Cruz confronted a judicial nominee regarding his citations of Professor Catherine MacKinnon, who argued that "most intercourse is rape" within a patriarchal power structure. The nominee claimed he was merely exploring academic theories to "tease out" issues regarding the legal definition of consent. Cruz characterized the nominee's views as being far outside the legal mainstream.

Excerpts from Donald Trump's legal deposition regarding E. Jean Carroll's allegations are reviewed. Trump maintains that Carroll is "not his type" and accuses her lawyer of being a political operative. The hosts revisit a 2019 interview where Carroll made controversial statements to Anderson Cooper about the nature of the alleged assault, which they use to question her credibility.

Ukraine's Commissioner for Human Rights, Lyudmila Denisova, was removed from her post after making graphic and unverified claims about Russian soldiers using rape as a weapon. The hosts compare these allegations to the 2011 propaganda used against Muammar Gaddafi in Libya, which included false claims about soldiers being distributed Viagra to facilitate systematic rape.

San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin dropped charges against a woman after discovering the police used DNA from her past rape kit to link her to a new property crime. Police Chief Bill Scott defended the legality of the practice while committing to end it, sparking a broader discussion on the permanent nature of DNA databases and privacy violations.

The jury in the Harvey Weinstein trial is reported to be deadlocked on the most serious charges of predatory sexual assault while reaching a verdict on lesser counts. The hosts analyze the legal implications of a hung jury and speculate on the potential for a not-guilty verdict on the major charges.

An investigation by The Oregonian revealed that dozens of Saudi Arabian students facing serious criminal charges, including rape and manslaughter, have disappeared from the U.S. over the last 30 years. It is suspected that the Saudi government assists these nationals in fleeing the country before trial. This pattern draws comparisons to the evacuation of the Bin Laden family from the U.S. immediately following the September 11 attacks.

Author E. Jean Carroll appeared on CNN to discuss her allegation that Donald Trump raped her in a Bergdorf Goodman dressing room in the 1990s. The interview became controversial when Carroll stated she finds the concept of rape "sexy" and "fascinating," leading to an abrupt commercial break by Anderson Cooper.

Hillary Clinton is asked how the sexual harassment and rape allegations against Bill Clinton differ from those against Donald Trump and Brett Kavanaugh. She cites the "intense long-lasting partisan investigation" of the 1990s as the primary difference. The hosts discuss the validity of various accusations, including those involving Jeffrey Epstein.

Daniel Drayton was arrested in North Hollywood and is suspected of a cross-country crime spree involving murder and rape. Authorities believe Drayton used dating apps like Tinder to lure victims, including a nurse in Queens and a woman in Brooklyn. Investigators are working to determine if there are additional victims across the United States.

California dispensaries are holding blowout sales to clear inventory before new testing rules take effect. In criminal news, Joel Davis, a chairman of an anti-violence organization and former Clinton campaign affiliate, was arrested on child rape charges. The hosts suggest that recent targeting of NBC and Comcast executives may be related to broader political maneuvers.

Former UN official Andrew McLeod has released a dossier alleging that United Nations employees have committed over 60,000 rapes in the last decade. The report estimates that the organization currently employs at least 3,300 pedophiles who target vulnerable women and children in aid-dependent countries. The hosts discuss the "blue hats" reputation for sexual violence in Africa and the lack of accountability in global governance.

On MSNBC's "AM Joy," commentator Anand Giridharadas characterized "Trumpism" as a metaphor for sexual abuse and described Donald Trump as the "commander-in-chief of American rape culture." The segment argued that the administration's tactics involve the cultivation of fear and the dehumanization of marginalized groups. These extreme rhetorical framings are noted as a reflection of the current political climate in "Dimension B."

Research from UCLA’s Health and Human Rights Law Project reveals that 38% of sexual violence victims reported in the National Crime Victimization Survey are men. The data highlights issues of forced penetration and sexual assault within the prison system, noting that in female prisons, the perpetrators are often other inmates rather than staff.

Harvey Weinstein faces imminent arrest in New York for rape, leading to speculation that he may begin naming other complicit directors and actresses. A leaked photo from Page Six shows Weinstein with a suitcase full of pharmaceutical drugs, which he reportedly opened in front of passengers on a flight. There is a suggestion that Weinstein's knowledge of industry secrets makes him a target for a "phony suicide" or heart attack.

Ronan Farrow published a follow-up report in The New Yorker featuring new rape allegations against Harvey Weinstein. The report includes details on how director Robert Rodriguez cast Rose McGowan in "Grindhouse" to defy Weinstein. The evolving nature of the victims' public statements is discussed as a sociological phenomenon.

The discussion explores the power dynamics of Hollywood, where figures like Harvey Weinstein used blackballing and legal gag orders to silence victims. The hosts also touch upon the existence of male victims of sexual harassment in the entertainment and music industries. Some skepticism is expressed regarding the long-term effectiveness of the "Me Too" movement, characterizing some participation as virtue signaling.

Author Stuart Taylor's book, "The Campus Rape Frenzy," examines the erosion of due process at American universities. Taylor highlights cases like the 2006 Duke lacrosse scandal and criticizes broad definitions of sexual assault at institutions like the University of Wyoming, where anything less than "enthusiastic" consent can be classified as a crime.