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NEW YORK – Two luxury real estate agents and their brother were arraigned in federal court Friday on sex trafficking charges.
Prosecutors said they’ve spoken to more than 60 alleged victims of the three men so far.
The Alexander brothers – twins Oren and Alon, and their older brother Tal, all in their late 30s – entered the courtroom wearing prison clothing with their hands cuffed and feet shackled. They pleaded not guilty.
Prosecutors allege the three worked together and with others to drug, sexually assault and rape dozens of victims, luring them in with the promise of romantic relationships, luxury travel, parties and events.
Tal and Oren Alexander were luxury real estate agents in New York City and Miami. In 2019, Tal Alexander gave CBS a tour of a Manhattan penthouse. Alon Alexander was a private security firm owned by the family.
The Parents Television and Media Council (PTC) is warning parents and families about a sexually suggestive new Carl’s Jr. ad to air on traditional and streaming television outlets ahead of the February 9 Super Bowl game. The ad is already available to watch online.
“Carl’s Jr. has taken a page from the pornography industry with the sexually suggestive imagery that references a ‘money shot’ in its new ad, and families should beware as the ad will air before the Super Bowl game on different media outlets,” said Melissa Henson, vice president, Parents Television and Media Council.
“Using ‘soft core porn’ to sell burgers was Carl’s Jr.’s previous strategy years ago – and one we called out. In 2017 the company appeared to have a change of heart, wisely realizing that strategy was ‘distracting.’ But like Hollywood ‘s mindset of reviving old ideas, Carl’s Jr. must have dusted off its outdated playbook, forgetting that it alienated customerswith its racy ad campaigns years ago.
“We urge Carl’s Jr. to reconsider airing this ad campaign. We also warn parents to try to steer clear of this commercial over the coming weekend,” Henson said.
This report examines opportunities to interrupt entry points into systems and strengthen the provision and accessibility of community-based services for children and youth at risk of, or impacted by, trafficking, providing guidance on:
February 2025
Dating violence is more common than you may think, especially among teens and young adults: 1 in 3 U.S. teens will experience physical, sexual, or emotional abuse from someone they’re in a relationship with before becoming adults. And nearly half (43%) of U.S. college women report experiencing violent or abusive dating behaviors.
Each February, young adults and their loved ones nationwide raise awareness about teen dating violence through Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM). This annual, month-long effort focuses on advocacy and education to stop dating abuse before it starts.
We’re excited to announce the 2025 theme for TDVAM is “Respect That.” Selected by the love is respect Youth Council, “Respect That,” is a powerful concept that can transform relationships. Respecting someone isn’t just a vague idea; it’s action and a mindset. The theme “Respect That” highlights the importance of treating partners with dignity, listening to their viewpoints, respecting their boundaries, and valuing their autonomy by focusing on “respect.”
Human trafficking, a pervasive and insidious crime, poses a profound and escalating threat to the national security of the United States. As we look forward in 2025, this illicit activity not only undermines law and order, but also impacts economic stability, threatens public health, and erodes the very fabric of social institutions. Previously, both nonprofit organizations and government bodies estimated the global revenue from human trafficking at around $150 billion annually. However, a recent 2024 report from Nasdaq revealed that human trafficking generated an astonishing $346.7 billion in illicit cash flow in 2023, indicating that despite efforts to combat this crime, we have barely scratched the surface. Understanding the multifaceted dimensions of human trafficking’s impact on national security is imperative for shaping effective countermeasures.
