New York magazine's prominent Washington correspondent, Olivia Nuzzi, is currently on leave following the revelation of a personal relationship with a former subject of her reporting. This disclosure has led to her temporary absence from the publication.

Olivia Nuzzi, a prominent politics writer for New York magazine, has taken a leave of absence following revelations of an alleged personal relationship with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a member of the famous Kennedy family who recently ran an independent campaign for the presidency before endorsing Donald Trump. Nuzzi, known for her in-depth reporting on U.S. politics, including profiles of Kennedy, reportedly engaged in discussions with him that became personal. This situation has raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest, leading the magazine to state that she violated its standards regarding the disclosure of such conflicts. The publication has addressed the matter publicly, emphasizing the importance of maintaining journalistic integrity.