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Prince George's school weighs renaming over César Chávez allegations
education16 days ago

Prince George's school weighs renaming over César Chávez allegations

Prince George's County Public Schools is considering renaming the César Chávez Dual Spanish Immersion School in Hyattsville after New York Times reporting of allegations that César Chávez engaged in inappropriate sexual behavior toward women and possibly minors during his UFW leadership; parents react with shock and concern about the impact on students and the cost and logistics of a name change, while the district continues its formal renaming process.

via WTOP|
#allegations#cesar-chavez#dual-spanish-immersion
Jay-Z Defends Himself Against Allegations, Calls Them Heartbreaking
culture17 days ago

Jay-Z Defends Himself Against Allegations, Calls Them Heartbreaking

In a wide-ranging GQ interview, Jay-Z addresses the 2024 anonymous lawsuit accusing him of sexual assault, calling the allegations 'heartbreaking' and insisting they are not true, noting he never considered a settlement. The piece also recounts a prior civil case involving Diddy and another man over a 2000 MTV VMAs after-party, with Jay-Z named in an amended complaint; he denied the claims and filed a defamation suit (which remains ongoing) after countersuits and dismissals. He also describes a poignant moment at the Mufasa premiere with Beyoncé and Blue Ivy, emphasizing his family's support.

via The Cut|
#allegations#celebrity#culture
UFW halts Cesar Chavez Day events amid troubling, unverified allegations
us24 days ago

UFW halts Cesar Chavez Day events amid troubling, unverified allegations

The United Farm Workers has canceled Cesar Chavez Day celebrations, citing “deeply troubling” allegations about Chavez that the union says it cannot verify or discuss publicly. The group says it has not received direct reports and CNN has not seen the specific allegations. The Cesar Chavez Foundation says it’s shocked by the reports. Instead of participating, the union is urging supporters to join immigration-justice events and set up a confidential channel for victims to come forward; community figures reacted with disappointment but stressed the importance of verified information.

via CNN|
#allegations#california#cesar-chavez
Union halts Chavez celebrations amid troubling allegations
politics24 days ago

Union halts Chavez celebrations amid troubling allegations

The United Farm Workers has paused celebrations of Cesar Chavez amid troubling allegations against the founder, including reports of abuse toward women or minors; the union says the issues are incompatible with its values and will provide space and mental health support for survivors, while the Cesar Chavez Foundation says it is establishing a confidential process for sharing experiences and pursuing repair and reconciliation with the movement.

via Los Angeles Times|
#allegations#cesar-chavez#cesar-chavez-foundation
DOJ Drops More Epstein Files, Including Unverified Trump Allegations
politics1 month ago

DOJ Drops More Epstein Files, Including Unverified Trump Allegations

The Justice Department released additional Epstein-related records, including FBI interviews in which a woman alleged, but did not substantiate, that Epstein and Donald Trump assaulted her in the 1980s; the claims remain unverified and no charges were filed. DOJ officials said 15 documents were wrongly coded as duplicates and five privileged prosecution memos are now public, bringing 20 newly available documents online. The release comes amid congressional scrutiny of potential withholding of Epstein materials and broader partisan tensions, with Trump denying wrongdoing and White House officials calling the accusations baseless.

via The Guardian|
#allegations#doj#epstein
Unverified Epstein-era claims about Trump surface in hidden FBI notes
politics1 month ago

Unverified Epstein-era claims about Trump surface in hidden FBI notes

Guardian review of missing FBI 302 interview notes reveals three memos from 2019 that recount four interviews alleging Trump sexually abused a minor with Epstein’s help; the allegations are unverified and no charges were filed. The DOJ did not initially release the records, prompting congressional scrutiny and accusations of a possible cover-up as lawmakers demand transparency.

via The Guardian|
#1980s#allegations#epstein
Crispin Glover Sued Over Alleged Captivity and Exploitation by Former Model
entertainment1 month ago

Crispin Glover Sued Over Alleged Captivity and Exploitation by Former Model

A civil complaint accuses Crispin Glover of luring Jane Doe, a UK-born former model, to Los Angeles with promises of a career, then holding her captive and exploiting her for sex and free labor under false pretenses. Glover’s attorney denies the allegations and says he intends to vigorously defend himself, noting he was the victim of a felony assault reported by him.

via Variety|
#allegations#back-to-the-future#crispin-glover
politics1 month ago

Johnson says Gonzales primary will test sexual-harassment allegations

House Speaker Mike Johnson says Rep. Tony Gonzales’ Texas GOP primary will serve as a referendum on serious sexual-harassment allegations against him, with Johnson not withdrawing his endorsement even as some Republicans call for Gonzales’ resignation; Gonzales denies the charges and says due process will play out, while the live updates also touch on Schumer defending Democrats who didn’t stand during the State of the Union and Trump’s stated policy asks.

via Politico|
#allegations#gonzales#mike-johnson
Fame and Fallout: 19 Celebrity Allegations That Made Headlines
entertainment1 month ago

Fame and Fallout: 19 Celebrity Allegations That Made Headlines

A BuzzFeed list compiles 19 public allegations and convictions involving celebrities across decades, spanning everything from hate crimes and assault to domestic abuse and sexual misconduct. Entries range from Mark Wahlberg’s teen hate-crime incidents to Kobe Bryant, Mike Tyson, Ronaldo, and others, with notes on outcomes like settlements, dismissals, or pardons. The piece frames these as past actions or allegations rather than definitive proclamations, highlighting the enduring tension between fame and legal/moral scrutiny.

via BuzzFeed|
#allegations#celebrity#controversy
Stephanie Pratt Blasts Spencer Pratt’s LA Mayor Bid as Fame-Driven and Stupid
entertainment1 month ago

Stephanie Pratt Blasts Spencer Pratt’s LA Mayor Bid as Fame-Driven and Stupid

Stephanie Pratt, Spencer Pratt’s sister, urged Los Angeles residents not to vote for him in the LA mayoral race in a series of X posts on Feb. 14, accusing him of running to stay famous and detailing past allegations—including beating her at 18, drug involvement at 15, and a cult tie—along with a reference to a 2010 Costa Rica arrest for firearm possession. She also lamented the Hills-era feud with Lauren Conrad and stated she sides with the vulnerable; Spencer’s representative did not immediately comment.

via Yahoo News UK|
#allegations#entertainment#la-mayoral-campaign