Take It Down Act passed by House with overwhelming support

The TAKE IT DOWN Act, backed by First Lady Melania Trump, was overwhelmingly passed by the House to crack down on the posting of explicit images, including 'deep fake' nudes, without consent. The bill prohibits nonconsensual online publication of intimate visual depictions and requires prompt removal by online platforms.

Deepfake Technology and Revenge Porn Legislation

Melania Trump leads discussion on deepfake technology for revenge porn and supports the TAKE IT DOWN Act criminalizing AI-generated sexual content online.

Hunter Biden's Lawsuit Against Fox News

Hunter Biden's attorneys dropped a lawsuit against Fox News over a fictional miniseries targeting him with 'revenge porn,' with plans to refile against new defendants. The miniseries, 'The Trial of Hunter Biden,' includes sexually graphic images of him. The lawsuit was withdrawn shortly after President Biden announced he was withdrawing from the 2024 presidential election.

Hunter Biden lawsuit against Fox News for 'mock trial' series

Hunter Biden filed a lawsuit against Fox News for a fictional 'mock trial' series that included nude images of him, alleging violation of revenge porn laws and seeking damages for harassment and tarnishing his reputation.

Law against Revenge Porn in Massachusetts

Massachusetts lawmakers approve bill aimed at outlawing 'revenge porn' by sharing explicit images or videos without consent, aligning the state with others that have similar laws. Offenders could face up to 10 years in prison and a fine of $15,000 on subsequent offenses.

Xavien Howard sued for revenge porn

Former Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard is being sued for allegedly sending naked pictures of a woman he was dating to her son in a revenge porn plot. The woman and her son are both suing him for spreading sexually explicit content that left them feeling debased and humiliated.

Hunter Biden threatens to sue Fox News

Hunter Biden is threatening to sue Fox News for violating 'revenge porn' laws and publishing since-discredited bribery allegations. His attorneys demand Fox News remove images and a miniseries depicting him in a false light.

Legislation against sharing explicit images without consent

Massachusetts Senate approves bill to ban sharing explicit images or videos without consent, addressing 'revenge porn' and extending protections for victims of sexual abuse and coercion.