A shocking allegation emerges against the spouse of a high-ranking U.S. official.
Fox News reported that Doug Emhoff, the husband of Vice President Kamala Harris, has vehemently denied accusations of slapping a former girlfriend during a 2012 trip to the Cannes Film Festival.
The allegations, published by the Daily Mail, cited three unnamed sources who claim to have knowledge of the incident. Emhoff's representative swiftly responded to the report, stating, "This report is untrue. Any suggestion that he would or has ever hit a woman is false."
The Daily Mail's exclusive story details an alleged altercation that reportedly took place in Nice, France, in 2012.
According to the report, Emhoff and his then-girlfriend, identified only as "Jane," were waiting in a valet line following an event when the incident purportedly occurred.
The sources claim that the altercation was sparked when Jane flirted with a valet, leading to Emhoff allegedly slapping her. The report suggests that the impact was so forceful that it caused Jane to spin around.
One source, described as a female New York attorney, is quoted as saying:
He hauled up and slapped her so hard she spun around. She said she was in utter shock. She was so furious, she slapped him on one side, and then on the other cheek with the other hand.
The allegations against Emhoff face scrutiny as several media outlets, including Semafor, have been unable to independently verify the claims made in the Daily Mail's report. Major news organizations like The New York Times have yet to report on the allegations.
It's worth noting that the sources in the Daily Mail's article requested anonymity, citing fears of retaliation from Emhoff. The outlet claims to have been provided with photographic evidence and travel itineraries to substantiate the existence of the relationship and the trip to France.
The timing of these allegations, just five weeks before the upcoming election, has raised questions about potential political motivations. Vice President Harris is set to face off against former President Trump in the upcoming ballot.
The story comes on the heels of a recent MSNBC interview where Emhoff was praised for reshaping "the perception of masculinity" through his supportive role as second gentleman. This juxtaposition has led to increased scrutiny and debate on social media platforms.
This is not the first time Emhoff's personal life has made headlines. In August, he admitted to having an affair with his family's nanny during his first marriage, which lasted from 1992 to 2008. Emhoff addressed these past issues.
The allegations against Doug Emhoff of slapping a former girlfriend at a Cannes Film Festival event have been categorically denied by his representative. The story, published by the Daily Mail, relies on unnamed sources and has not been independently verified by other major news outlets. As the election approaches, the impact of these allegations on the political landscape remains to be seen.
