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October 22, 2024
Good Evening, it is Tuesday October 22nd, and we're covering Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries arrested on sex trafficking charges, some big investing tips & much more!! First time reading?
American Fact of the Day!
On October 22, 1962, President John F. Kennedy addressed the nation about the Cuban Missile Crisis, revealing that the U.S. had discovered Soviet nuclear missiles in Cuba. This speech marked a critical moment in the Cold War, heightening tensions between the U.S. and the Soviet Union and bringing the world to the brink of nuclear conflict.
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Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries arrested on sex trafficking charges
Mike Jeffries, the former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch, has been arrested in West Palm Beach, Florida, on charges of sex trafficking and interstate prostitution. He is joined by associates Matthew Smith and James Jacobson, with all three facing serious allegations related to an international sex trafficking operation active from 2008 to 2015. The federal indictment claims they organized "sex events" in various locations, employing deceptive tactics to recruit men under the guise of modeling opportunities. Participants were coerced into signing non-disclosure agreements and surrendering personal belongings during these events.
The arrest follows a BBC report revealing allegations that Jeffries exploited men at parties he hosted. The report detailed testimonies from multiple men who described being coerced or manipulated into participating. Jeffries' attorney has stated they will respond to the allegations after the indictment is unsealed. Abercrombie & Fitch has expressed its dismay over the allegations, while victims' attorneys have emphasized their commitment to seeking justice and holding the company accountable for enabling Jeffries’ alleged misconduct.
Judge hears arguments to block Louisiana's Ten Commandments displays in schools
A federal judge in Baton Rouge heard arguments regarding a new Louisiana law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom by January 1, 2025. Louisiana is the only state with such a requirement. Proponents argue that the law is rooted in historical significance rather than solely religious intent. However, Steven Green, a legal historian, testified for the plaintiffs, asserting that the Ten Commandments had little influence on the founding of the U.S. legal system, citing historical writings from figures like Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.
Attorneys for the defendants challenged Green's testimony, claiming it was subjective and inappropriate for expert analysis, as he was not present during the nation's founding. U.S. District Judge John W. deGravelles did not make an immediate ruling but aims to decide by November 15, when an agreement stipulates that five specific schools cannot display the commandments before that date. Meanwhile, a lawsuit filed by parents from various religious backgrounds argues that the law violates the First Amendment's separation of church and state and may marginalize non-Christian students. Defendants' attorneys are seeking to dismiss the lawsuit, arguing the law is still in the early stages of implementation.
