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Beware the Serial Squatter of Malibu’s Point Dume

By BRADLEY HOPE AND TOM WRIGHT

How one woman allegedly turned casual stays into protracted eviction wars among the most exclusive preserves in California.

Elon Musk, Bret Baier, and More MAGA Elites Are Fueling the Hamptons-ification of DC

By KASE WICKMAN

Beltway real estate churn is kicking into high gear as über-rich Trumpers roll into Washington, leaving agents “overwhelmed by the wealth factor.”

Jeff Baena’s Legacy: Discerning Cineaste, Scrabble Savant, and Consummate Master of Ceremonies

By ALEX ROSS PERRY

In a VF exclusive, fellow filmmaker Alex Ross Perry pays tribute to Aubrey Plaza’s late husband and the creative family that he nurtured.

How Kate Middleton and Prince William Have Grown Closer Since Her Cancer Diagnosis

By ERIN VANDERHOOF

“They are able to express themselves in a way they would never have done before,” says one royal expert.

Donald Trump Purges Federal DEI Workers

By CAITLIN DEWEY

The president also warned that companies and universities could face federal investigation if they preserve their diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.