Olivia Nuzzi claims ex-partner leaked connections to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Olivia Nuzzi, a political writer for New York Magazine, was granted a civil protective order against her ex-fiancé, Ryan Lizza, after accusing him of harassing and blackmailing her. Nuzzi was put on leave after admitting to a “personal relationship” with fringe presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. during his White House run, though she claimed the relationship was not physical. Lizza, a prominent political journalist, was accused by Nuzzi of organizing a campaign to ruin her career and reputation following their breakup. She alleged that Lizza hacked her devices, threatened to expose personal information, and made threats of physical violence to coerce her into a joint book deal. Kennedy’s name was not explicitly mentioned in the filing, but Nuzzi seemed to link the disclosure of their relationship to Lizza’s actions. Lizza denied the allegations, calling them false and stating that he would vigorously defend himself. This incident comes after Lizza was fired by The New Yorker over allegations of sexual misconduct, which he disputed. Kennedy, known for his anti-vaccine views and conspiracy theories, dropped out of the presidential race and endorsed Donald Trump. Nuzzi’s relationship with Kennedy and subsequent allegations against Lizza have created a public scandal in the political sphere.

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