Ariana Madix responds to backlash over living situation with ex Tom Sandoval after his affair

Madix still lives with Sandoval for financial reasons despite their breakup months ago.
Sandoval had an affair with co-star Raquel Leviss, who recently did a tell-all interview.
Madix's co-stars criticized the interviewer Bethenny Frankel for exploiting Leviss.
Madix defended her living situation, saying she has financial obligations and is protecting her future.
Madix slammed Frankel for comments about her relationship with Sandoval in the Leviss interview.