Former Abercrombie CEO Cleared to Stand Trial in Global Sex-Trafficking Case

A federal judge ruled that former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries is competent to stand trial on sex trafficking and prostitution charges, reversing a prior finding of incompetence due to dementia and late-onset Alzheimer's. The decision followed review of medical records and more than 21 hours of audio from 109 calls, with the trial set to begin October 26. The court will provide accommodations for his age (81) and cognitive impairments, including a reduced schedule, breaks, and daily transcripts. If convicted, he faces a potential life sentence. The charges arise from a global sex-trafficking operation uncovered after a BBC investigation.