28 High-Profile Individuals Face Charges in High-End Brothel Case

Closed-door hearings spark controversy as names of accused remain confidential pending court proceedings.

A federal task force is seeking state criminal charges against 28 individuals accused of buying sex from a high-end brothel network operating in Massachusetts and Virginia.
The accused include elected officials, government contractors with security clearances, military officers, and other professionals.
The brothel network was busted last month and was known to cater to a wealthy and well-connected clientele.
The hearings for the accused will be held behind closed doors, sparking controversy due to a lack of transparency and accountability.
The names of the accused will not be released unless probable cause is established and criminal charges are issued by the court.