Sexual Abuse

religion May 23, 2022

Southern Baptists Hit by Bombshell Report on Sexual AbuseThe ever more conservative leadership of America’s largest Protestant denomination gets a wake-up call about its own sins.

By Ed Kilgore

explainer Feb. 15, 2022

Prince Andrew Settles Sex Abuse Suit With Virginia GiuffreWeeks before he was to be deposed, the prince settled for an undisclosed amount of money in addition to a donation to a victims rights’ charity.

By Matt Stieb

religion June 9, 2021

The Southern Baptist Church Is Going to Hell in a HandbasketAllegations of racism, sexual abuse, and idolatry toward Donald Trump are emanating from well-known figures in the largest Protestant denomination.

By Ed Kilgore

crime Feb. 11, 2020

Alleged Mastermind of the Sarah Lawrence ‘Cult’ Has Been ChargedLawrence V. Ray moved into his daughter’s dorm in 2010 — and prosecutors say he conscripted some of her roommates into a sex cult.

By Hannah Gold

jeffrey epstein Aug. 9, 2019

What the Unsealed Jeffrey Epstein Documents Reveal About Donald TrumpVirginia Giuffre said that to her knowledge, Trump “didn’t partake in any sex” with her or other girls Epstein allegedly abused.

By Margaret Hartmann

jeffrey epstein July 9, 2019

How Jeffrey Epstein Made His Money: Four Wild TheoriesThe source of Jeffrey Epstein’s wealth is a mystery, but unproven theories on how his made his millions – from blackmail to money-laundering – abound.

By Matt Stieb

jeffrey epstein July 9, 2019

Everything We Know About Jeffrey Epstein’s Upper East Side MansionThe home, which was raided by the FBI, is one of the largest private residences in Manhattan. It features a prison mural and other bizarre decor.

By Matt Stieb

the law July 8, 2019

The Jeffrey Epstein Case Shows What Sex Trafficking Really Looks LikeSex trafficking is more often about preying on victims’ vulnerabilities, not physical force. But jurors’ misconceptions can make it harder to convict.

By Barbara McQuade

child abuse Feb. 26, 2019

Thousands of Migrant Children Were Reportedly Sexually Abused in U.S. CustodyThis was over the course of just four years, per a government report.

By Opheli Garcia Lawler

July 3, 2018

Powerful House Republican Implicated in College Sex-Abuse ScandalThe accusations that Jim Jordan turned a blind eye to sexual abuse as a college wrestling coach bring disturbing echoes of the Larry Nassar scandal.

By Ed Kilgore

Apr. 2, 2018

Rep. Esty Forced to Retire After Scandal Over Abusive StafferThe Connecticut Democrat’s political demise was quick, and could even open up a rare 2018 opportunity for Republicans.

By Ed Kilgore

Jan. 25, 2018

MSU President Lou Anna Simon Resigns Amid Anger Over Handling of Nassar ScandalSimon, who denied knowledge of the sexual-abuse allegations, wrote in a tone-deaf letter, “As tragedies are politicized, blame is inevitable.”

By Margaret Hartmann

Dec. 6, 2017

What Precedents Will Democrats Set in Forcing Franken’s Resignation?There are some key questions Democrats should prepare for in determining how they — and the country — deal with future incidents of sexual misconduct.

By Ed Kilgore

Nov. 13, 2017

No, Sexual Abuse of Minors Isn’t a Plus for Alabama VotersAlabama’s patriarchal culture may provide some cover for sexual predators. But a more likely reason for sympathy for Roy Moore is hatred of the media.

By Ed Kilgore

July 12, 2016

Testimony: Paterno Knew About Sandusky in 1976Newly unsealed court documents feature testimony from a man who claims he told the Penn State coach about the abuse he suffered at Sandusky’s hands in 1976.

By Eric Levitz

the sports section May 5, 2016

Joe Paterno Reportedly Knew About Jerry Sandusky’s Sex Abuse As Early As 1976According to new court documents.

By Claire Landsbaum

Feb. 29, 2016

Vatican Treasurer Testifies Over Sexual AbuseHe is the highest-ranking church official to ever testify on the subject.

By Samuel Lieberman

Jan. 16, 2015

Want to Stop College Sexual Assault? Tax BeerA rager with $10 Bud Lights is no rager at all.

By Annie Lowrey

crimes and misdemeanors Sept. 30, 2014

Snapchat Teacher Accused of Abusing 6 GirlsFrom a dick pic to kidnapping at Brooklyn Tech.

By Joe Coscarelli

crimes and misdemeanors July 23, 2014

Posh Manhattan Preschool Shaken Up by Messy Sex Abuse AllegationsThe accused confessed and then recanted.

By Adam K. Raymond

crimes and misdemeanors Apr. 24, 2014

Elmo Puppeteer Cleared of Sexual Abuse ChargesBecause of the statute of limitations.

By Joe Coscarelli

stand clear of the closing doors Feb. 26, 2014

Unsolicited Subway Rubbing Just As Bad As Grabbing, Court RulesA highly sensible decision.

By Joe Coscarelli

lawsuits July 8, 2013

Former Students Sue Yeshiva University High, Alleging Abuse and FraudThey have a way around the statute of limitations.

By Adam Martin

religion July 2, 2013

Dolan Pushed to Defrock Abusive Priests, Protected Church Funds From VictimsNew documents shed light on his time in Milwaukee.

By Margaret Hartmann

sad things July 1, 2013

Yeshiva University Chancellor Resigns, Apologizes for Not Reportiing Abuse“I now recognize that I was wrong.”

By Adam Martin

scandals May 24, 2013

Horace Mann Finally Apologizes for Sexual AbuseBut the school will not meet the victims’ request for an independent investigation.

By Caroline Bankoff

horace mann Mar. 23, 2013

Alleged Horace Mann Abuser Lives in a House His Victims Paid For The New Yorker investigates a former teacher who “stood out for his extraordinary control over boys’ lives.”

By Caroline Bankoff

the church Mar. 13, 2013