Kik
Coverage of Kik in the Nexus archive.
- Church employee among 2 arrested on child pornography charges, police say
A church employee and another individual were arrested on child pornography charges following a seven-month investigation. Jason Ford, a facilities coordinator at Midtown Fellowship Church, shared a video of a nude child on Kik, while Lawrence Nelson shared a similar video on Instagram. Police are seeking additional victims to come forward.
- Graham Platner finally embraced by powerful mainstream Dem leaders after primary election victory
Graham Platner secured the Democratic Senate nomination in Maine after a primary victory, leading to endorsements from Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand despite ongoing controversies. The Democratic leaders criticized Susan Collins, a Republican senator, while Platner faces allegations including scandals related to a messaging app and physical misconduct.
- Graham Platner finally embraced by powerful mainstream Dem leaders after primary election victory
Graham Platner secured the Democratic Senate nomination in Maine after a primary victory, prompting endorsements from top Democratic leaders Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand. The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee framed the election as a chance to defeat Susan Collins, citing her alignment with Trump and opposition to healthcare policies.
- Fetterman refuses to defend Platner, calls him 'baggage' as scandals mount
Sen. John Fetterman refuses to defend Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, citing scandals including explicit online messages, offensive social media posts, and a Nazi-linked tattoo controversy. While Platner retains support from Democrats like Chuck Schumer and Bernie Sanders, Fetterman calls him 'baggage' and questions his judgment and ethics.
- Fetterman refuses to defend Platner, calls him 'baggage' as scandals mount
Sen. John Fetterman refused to defend Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner amid controversies including explicit online messages, offensive social media posts, and a Nazi-linked tattoo. Fetterman criticized Platner's past conduct and questioned his judgment, calling him 'baggage,' while prominent Democrats like Chuck Schumer and Bernie Sanders continue to support him.
- Mamdani-linked Platner adviser’s history with nude photos surfaces ahead of crucial Senate primary
A Democratic Party campaign strategist, Morris Katz, who aided Zohran Mamdani's electoral success, has resurfaced past writings about sending and receiving 'nudes' and a puberty guide footnote referencing his own penis images. The revelations have drawn scrutiny from Maine Republicans as Katz managed the fallout for Graham Platner, a Senate candidate accused of sexting scandals.
- Fetterman vows to ditch hoodie for suit if Graham Platner proves he didn’t send ‘d–k pics’ to minors
Sen. John Fetterman pledged to wear a suit every day if Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner can prove he didn’t send explicit images to minors. The commitment was made during a Fox News appearance, referencing Platner's admission of having an active Kik account.
- How much baggage will Democrats accept from Maine's Graham Platner?
Graham Platner, a Maine U.S. Senate candidate, faces scrutiny over past Nazi tattoo, offensive online posts, explicit messaging, and allegations of rough behavior. Democrats continue to support him despite these controversies, with a New York Times investigation highlighting concerns raised by multiple women, including Lyndsey Fifield, who alleges knowledge of his tattoo's Nazi symbolism and physical mistreatment.
- Graham Platner, Susan Collins tied in Maine Senate race post-sexting scandal, new poll shows
Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) and Democratic candidate Graham Platner are tied in the Maine Senate race. The tie follows revelations that Platner sexted up to a dozen women on the skeevy chat app Kik while married.
- Hollywood man arrested after trying to meet teen in ‘Predhunters' bust, cops say
A Hollywood man was arrested after attempting to meet a 14-year-old girl for sex, who was revealed to be part of an online predator sting group. The man, Darrien Fleno, communicated via the Kik app, sent explicit photos, and later met with individuals from the New York Predhunters organization, which conducts online stings.
- SEE IT: Dem senators dodge on backing Platner as Maine candidate’s scandal clouds final days before primary
Democratic senators are divided in their public support for Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner amid revelations of explicit sexual messages and an active Kik profile linked to him. While some lawmakers like Ed Markey and Chuck Schumer continue backing Platner to oppose President Donald Trump and flip Maine's Senate seat, others like Jeanne Shaheen and Chris Coons avoid direct endorsements or commentary.
- SEE IT: Dem senators dodge on backing Platner as Maine candidate’s scandal clouds final days before primary
Democratic senators are divided in their public support for Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner amid leaked explicit messages and his active Kik profile linked to casual encounters. While some senators like Ed Markey and Chuck Schumer continue backing Platner to oppose President Donald Trump and flip Maine's Senate seat, others avoid commenting or defer to voters to decide.
- Fetterman dares Platner to release messages with mystery women, says he'll 'wear a suit every day' in return
Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman criticized Graham Platner over inflammatory remarks and challenged him to release messages from a Kik account linked to him. Platner's campaign acknowledged the account but did not comment.
- WATCH: Sanders lashes out at GOP ‘morality’ while rallying behind Dem with Nazi-linked tattoo
Sen. Bernie Sanders confronted Republican protesters who mocked Graham Platner's Kik profile with towel costumes. Platner, a Maine Senate candidate, faces controversies including a Nazi-linked tattoo, offensive Reddit posts, and explicit communications. Sanders deflected criticism by questioning Republican 'morality' and referencing President Trump.
- WATCH: Sanders lashes out at GOP ‘morality’ while rallying behind Dem with Nazi-linked tattoo
Sen. Bernie Sanders confronted GOP protesters who mocked Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner's Kik profile and Nazi-linked tattoo. The protesters, including National Republican Senatorial Committee staffers, used towels to satirize a shirtless photo from Platner's Kik account, which is linked to child exploitation concerns. Platner faces multiple controversies, including resurfaced Reddit posts with offensive content and sexually explicit messages during his marriage.
- John Fetterman erupts over 'creeper' Graham Platner, suggesting he's a 'Nazi sympathizer'
Sen. John Fetterman criticized Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner for sending explicit messages to multiple women via Kik, a platform linked to child sexual abuse material, and for a Nazi symbol tattoo he kept uncovered for 18 years. Fetterman also referenced Platner's past Reddit comments and username 'P-Hustle,' suggesting he is a 'Nazi sympathizer.'
- WATCH: Chuck Schumer sidesteps Platner scandals, confirms support for controversial Dem
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer avoided questions about controversies involving Democrat Graham Platner and reaffirmed his support for the Senate candidate. Platner faces criticism over a tattoo linked to Nazi imagery, inflammatory Reddit posts, and sexually explicit messages during his marriage.
- WATCH: Chuck Schumer sidesteps Platner scandals, confirms support for controversial Dem
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer avoided direct questions about controversies surrounding Democrat Graham Platner, reaffirming support for the Senate candidate amid allegations including a Nazi-linked tattoo, inflammatory Reddit posts, and explicit messages. Schumer repeatedly emphasized the need to defeat Susan Collins instead of addressing the scandals.
- WATCH: Scandal-plagued Platner dodges questions before DC meeting with Democrats
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner avoided answering reporters' questions during a meeting with the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee amid allegations of sexting and resurfaced online posts. His wife discovered explicit messages between him and multiple women, and an active Kik account with a suggestive photo has drawn criticism. Additional controversies include a Nazi-linked tattoo and a 2019 Reddit post.
- WATCH: Scandal-plagued Platner dodges questions before DC meeting with Democrats
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner avoided answering questions from reporters during a meeting with Democratic senators amid allegations of sexting and controversial online posts. His wife discovered explicit messages between him and multiple women shortly after their 2024 marriage, and Platner faces criticism for an active account on an anonymous messaging app linked to child safety concerns.
- Fetterman compares Dems' defense of 'tacky and gross' Platner to disgraced ex-lawmaker
Sen. John Fetterman criticized Graham Platner's scandals and compared Democrats' support to their past support for disgraced former Rep. Eric Swalwell. Platner faces controversies including Nazi iconography, Reddit posts, explicit texts, and a Kik account, while Democrats aim to flip Maine.
- WATCH: Schiff ducks Platner questions as embattled Dem Senate hopeful hits DC
Sen. Adam Schiff avoided answering questions about his stance on Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, who faces multiple controversies including a Nazi symbol tattoo, Reddit posts, a sexting scandal, and a Kik account. Democrats like Sen. Angela Alsobrooks have not officially endorsed Platner, while Sen. Bernie Sanders defends him, attributing the scandals to opposition from billionaires.
- Sanders says Platner has the 'guts' to fight billionaires despite growing scandal pileup
Bernie Sanders continues to support Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner despite multiple scandals, including a Nazi-linked tattoo, controversial social media posts, and a sexting scandal. Sanders emphasizes Platner's opposition to billionaires and his focus on issues like healthcare and tax reform as key reasons for his endorsement.
- Platner still has active account on anonymous app dubbed 'predator's paradise' amid cheating scandal
Senate candidate Graham Platner maintains an active account on Kik, an anonymous messaging app linked to sexual exploitation, amid allegations of infidelity. His profile includes a sexually suggestive image, and reports indicate he sent explicit messages to multiple women while married. Kik has been criticized by child safety groups for facilitating predatory behavior and child sexual exploitation.
- Platner still has active account on anonymous app dubbed 'predator's paradise' amid cheating scandal
Senate candidate Graham Platner maintains an active account on the anonymous messaging app Kik, which is linked to casual sex and sexual exploitation, amid allegations of infidelity. His profile includes a sexually suggestive image, and he reportedly sent explicit messages to multiple women while married. Kik faces criticism for enabling predatory behavior and child sexual exploitation due to its lax identification policies.
- Maine Senate Dem Graham Platner puts wife Amy on video to defend against claims he was posting on creepy hookup app
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner was outed for having a profile on the app Kik, which is described as a creepy hookup app. He has not responded directly but instead shared a video featuring his wife, Amy, to address the claims.
- Lefty Senate candidate Graham Platner reportedly sexted numerous women on hookup app Kik — and wife flagged it to campaign
Graham Platner, a Senate candidate, reportedly used the Kik app to sext with multiple women, and his wife informed his campaign about the activity. Photos from his Kik profile were obtained by The Post.
- Kik founder’s latest app Flipcash first to tap Coinbase’s stablecoin-as-a-service platform
Coinbase has rolled out its Custom Stablecoin platform, enabling companies to launch branded stablecoins, with Kik founder's latest app Flipcash being the first to utilize this service. This move allows companies to create their own stablecoins using Coinbase's platform. The Custom Stablecoin platform was launched in late 2025.