Investigative projects expose the historical abuse of power within major institutions. The post-#MeToo era produced vital journalism, such as Untouchable , which detailed the downfall of Harvey Weinstein and the complicity of the studio system.
Federal prosecutors charged the operators with sex trafficking by force, fraud, and coercion.
Following the civil verdict, the United States Department of Justice and the FBI launched a criminal investigation. This led to federal charges against the site's owners, operators, and videographers. The legal consequences included:
As of September 2025, the primary operators of the site have been sentenced for their roles in the trafficking ring:
Investigative projects expose the historical abuse of power within major institutions. The post-#MeToo era produced vital journalism, such as Untouchable , which detailed the downfall of Harvey Weinstein and the complicity of the studio system.
Federal prosecutors charged the operators with sex trafficking by force, fraud, and coercion.
Following the civil verdict, the United States Department of Justice and the FBI launched a criminal investigation. This led to federal charges against the site's owners, operators, and videographers. The legal consequences included:
As of September 2025, the primary operators of the site have been sentenced for their roles in the trafficking ring: