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Olivia Nuzzi Confronts Ethics Lapses in Tearful Interview as Ex-Fiancé Posts Alleged RFK ‘Strategy Memo’

The memoir’s release has triggered a Vanity Fair review as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. reiterates his denial.

Overview

  • Nuzzi told The Bulwark she "did something wrong" and grew emotional when pressed on why she withheld information about Kennedy during his HHS confirmation, saying she did not know how to handle it on camera.
  • Ryan Lizza published a 2024 memo he attributes to Nuzzi that praises Kennedy as "the best candidate" and offers media and wardrobe advice, which he says shows she crossed ethical lines.
  • Kennedy’s representative maintains there was no affair and says he met Nuzzi only once for an interview.
  • Condé Nast is reviewing Nuzzi’s work and contract at Vanity Fair after earlier revelations cost her job at New York Magazine, while Kennedy continues to serve as HHS secretary.
  • Early indicators show underwhelming sales for American Canto, with low Amazon rankings and quiet bookstore interest reported on release day.