Howard Rubin, a 70-year-old retired New York City financier once tied to George Soros’ investment firm, now faces grave accusations, as New York Post reports. Between 2009 and 2019, he allegedly enticed numerous women to NYC, where horrific acts reportedly unfolded. The scale of this scandal is deeply unsettling.
In a Midtown penthouse, described chillingly as a BDSM “sex dungeon,” Rubin is accused of binding, beating, and electrocuting victims, per the Brooklyn U.S. Attorney’s Office. Known as “Howie” or “H,” his wealth, estimated in tens of millions, stands in stark contrast to these claims.
Reports detail Rubin allegedly drugging women, gagging them to stifle protests, and engaging in sexual torture. Text exchanges with assistant Jennifer Powers, also charged with sex trafficking, reveal grotesque discussions, including laughter over electrocuting a bound woman. Such depravity demands swift accountability.
The accusations first emerged in 2017 when three women from Florida filed civil lawsuits, alleging violent sexual assaults by Rubin. These brave individuals brought the issue to light, exposing a pattern of predatory behavior. Their courage cannot be understated.
Lawyers who fought for nine of the 10 victims named in the indictment pursued claims against Rubin and Powers for seven years. Among the victims are two Playboy Playmates, including Amy Moore, and Stephanie Caldwell, identified as a model and dancer in court filings.
A civil trial in 2022 found Rubin liable for damages, though Powers was cleared of wrongdoing. Rubin’s appeal lingers at a mid-level federal appeals court, prolonging resolution for those harmed. Justice delayed often feels like justice denied.
Now, Rubin faces criminal charges, pleading not guilty but held without bail. Prosecutors assert he confessed to transporting women across state lines, paying up to $5,000 for sexual encounters. This admission, if proven, paints a damning picture.
Authorities suspect dozens more women were drawn into Rubin’s web, with at least 10 others allegedly aiding these schemes. The breadth of involvement suggests a network of complicity that must be fully investigated. No stone should remain unturned.
The timing of this criminal case puzzles victims, especially when compared to rapid prosecutions in other high-profile sex trafficking matters like those involving Epstein and Diddy. One victim learned from the FBI that civil litigation delayed the arrest. Why must victims wait so long for action?
“It’s been incredible because we sit here and we watch Epstein and we watch Diddy and we are saying how did this happen so fast when it happened after us? Other people are getting their answers, but not us.” - Anonymous alleged victim
Such frustration is palpable, and it’s hard not to wonder if political connections slowed this case while others surged ahead. Under President Donald Trump’s leadership, one hopes for a justice system that prioritizes victims over influence, ensuring equal treatment for all.
Federal sources indicate prosecutors plan to leverage Rubin’s civil case testimony against him in this criminal matter. This strategy could strengthen their hand, bringing long-overdue closure. Victims deserve nothing less than full transparency.
The allegations against Rubin spotlight a darker side of wealth and power, where privilege seemingly shields grave misconduct. If proven, this case must serve as a warning to those who exploit others under a veneer of status. Accountability must reign supreme.
As this unfolds, the focus must remain on the dozens of women reportedly recruited for these encounters. Their stories, pain, and resilience should drive the pursuit of justice, not headlines or political games. Society owes them that much.
While Rubin’s fate hangs in the balance, the nation watches, hoping for a system that delivers fairness without favor. If President Trump’s administration champions anything, let it be a relentless stand against such alleged abuses, proving no one is above the law.
