[195][196] The unsealed complaint accused Raniere of a variety of crimes related to DOS, including sex trafficking, conspiracy for sex trafficking, and conspiracy to commit forced labor. Thats not the only proof Raniere had of his intelligence though. All Rights Reserved. The woman told the Times Union, "[Raniere] took my innocence. Raniere's federal racketeering trial began on May 7, 2019. He punished women who didn't heed his orders to be monogamous with him and manipulated some by telling them that by disappointing him they had drained his energy. The pretext to her family was that she had stolen money. They wrote letters to the court to support him and heeded his instructions to create a podcast. [19][197][198][199] United States Attorney Richard Donoghue stated that Raniere "created a secret society of women with whom he had sex and had branded with his initials, coercing them with the threat of releasing their highly personal information and taking their assets. [7], Scholars in the fields of religious studies, law and sociology describe NXIVM as a cult. [190][191][192] Lauren Salzman later testified at the trial that Raniere and his inner circle members were preparing for a "recommitment ceremony" when the authorities arrived to arrest him. Raniere also had dreams of founding his own country and controlling his own currency. "[186][187][219], On October 27, 2020, federal judge Nicholas Garaufis sentenced Raniere to 120 years in prison and fined him $1.75 million. Mack pleaded guilty on April 8, 2019, to one count of racketeering conspiracy and one count of racketeering for her role in NXIVM. NXIVM had all the hallmarks of a money-scamming cult but the truth was far, far worse. You're important. Raniere usually slept late, then filled his days with long walks (sometimes accompanied by female adherents) and nightly games of volleyball, his preferred sport. Raniere was . Circ", "Nxivm trial testimony ends with video of founder discussing child sex abuse", "Video shows Nxivm cult leader preaching about sex with children", "NXIVM Video: Keith Raniere Frames Child Sexual Abuse as "Human Construct", "Accused cult leader on tape: Some children 'perfectly happy' having sex with adults", "Nxivm leader taught disciples that women enjoyed rape: witness", "RESPONSE in Opposition re 191 Second MOTION for Bond", "Nxivm head allegedly has history of sexual interest in young girls", "Feds seek testimony of ex-Shen student allegedly raped by Raniere", "Prosecutors Seek Testimony From Woman Alleging Underage Sex Abuse By Nxivm Founder", "She Was Groomed and Gaslit by NXIVM as a Teen. Partial transcript Natalie and Raniere dated for the next eight years. He then took his knowledge of multilevel marketing and created Consumers' Buyline, which had participants acquire memberships to be able to purchase discounted groceries and additional items. [75][76], On May 6, 2009, the Dalai Lama traveled to Albany to give a talk; during the event, he presented Raniere with a white scarf onstage. Raniere designed NXIVM's classes, drawing in part from Ayn Rand's philosophies (she was a favorite author). . Sus enseanzas ticas,. [40][41] Although the MEGA test has been widely criticized as not having been properly validated, the 1989 edition of the Guinness Book of World Records (the last edition to include a category for highest IQ)[42] described the Hoeflin Research Group as "the most exclusive ultrahigh IQ society", and the 1989 Australian edition identified Raniere, Marilyn vos Savant, and Eric Hart as the highest-scoring members of the group. In 1998, Toni Natalie met Nancy Salzman, a nurse and a practitioner of hypnotism and neuro-linguistic programming. However, his IQ was likely not 240; even Stephen Hawkings IQ was just about 160. What IQ Scores Really Mean - Keith raniere IQ test Most iq tests score an individual on a scale of 100. Even during his trial and sentencing, some of Raniere's devotees remained dedicated to him. The middle child ("Daniela") was groomed as a minor and began a sexual relationship with Raniere days after her. Al Capone, also known as "Scarface," rose to infamy as the leader of the Chicago Outfit, an organized crime syndicate during the Prohibition era. [69], Barbara Bouchey spent $1.6 million covering losses of commodities trades which Raniere made in her name. They should probably say that before they're held down, so it doesn't seem like they're being coerced. And he said it was almost like a switch went off. Raniere was aware of this, once writing in a text message, "Not initially intended as my initials but they rearranged it slightly for tribute.". The child, born in 2007, had earlier been reported to be an orphan adopted by Raniere and Keeffe, rather than their biological child. [70] The "devastating" cover story, penned by Michael Freedman and entitled "Cult of Personality", has been described as "a gold mine of previously unpublished information". Yesterday, Frank Report revealed that a man, Mr. Keith Alan Raniere, created a life coaching organization based in large part on his being "the smartest man in the world." To back up his claim, he had three things: A high score in a little known, take-home, IQ test, Raniere employed a variety of methods of exercising power and control over DOS members: Some women were branded in their pelvic areas with Raniere's initials. April 7, 2018 - 4:07PM. Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act of 2015, 2009 discussion between Barbara Bouchey and Keith Raniere. [5] Students earned different colored sashes as they ascended through the ranks and recruited new members. Raniere was convicted by a federal jury in June 2019 of racketeering, racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, attempted sex trafficking, sex trafficking conspiracy, forced labor conspiracy and wire fraud conspiracy. The best slave derives the highest pleasure from being her Master's ultimate tool. Required slaves to perform menial tasks for their masters, from running errands to cleaning their homes and other. Operating from 1998 to 2018, at its height, NXIVM had 700 members, including celebrities and the wealthy. Raniere attended Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, New York. One aspect of diving into their heads is of course their IQs, which Raniere often talked about. Raniere actually claims himself as the worlds smartest man and says that he has an entry in the Guinness Book of World Records to back this up. (CBI). . He Has a Son with a Partner Who Fled Nxivm. It doesn't matter what the command is, it matters that you obey. [68] Her vehicle was discovered two days later in Seward, Alaska, 120 miles from Anchorage. [74] Amid accusations of corruption, Dhonden was replaced. In 2009, Raniere was filmed claiming, "I've had people killed because of my beliefs. [203][1] The charged acts included: While awaiting sentencing, Raniere's attorney Marc Agnifilo filed two motions for a new trial: in a March 2020 motion claiming witnesses perjured themselves;[206] then, in an October 2020 motion, claiming that prosecutors had intimidated witnesses. His white sash was longer than anyone else's, and students were expected to bow to him. In her account, she was befriended by Raniere and his live-in partners Kristin Keeffe, Karen Unterreiner and Pamela Cafritz. [23][24] On October 27, 2020, judge Nicholas Garaufis sentenced Raniere to 120 years and a $1.75 million fine. Keith Raniere (* 26. He helped start NXIVM, a company that does multi-level marketing and has its headquarters near Albany, New York. Raniere's dictates within NXIVM could be misogynistic, controlling and odd. The defense rested without calling any witnesses. Oct 13, 2003,12:00am EDT. Keith Raniere's devoted followers say he is one of . Keith was experimenting on him. Raniere told Salzman to ignore a letter sent by Daniela pleading to be let out and brushed it off as "a tantrum". Superseding Indictment, United States of America v. Keith Raniere, et al. [173] Some slaves were told the brand represented the four elements and were unaware it was Raniere's initials. Ed Ney York. Gina Hutchinson was found dead of a gunshot wound to the head. [50], In 1994, Raniere created National Health Network, a multi-level seller of vitamins. Wrote Littlefield: "This matter smacks of a jilted fellow's attempt at revenge or retaliation against his former girlfriend, with many attempts at tripping her up along the way. I've heard that people who run basic scams - the famous Nigerian prince emails, and the like - will often intentionally signal what they're up . To be a part of DOS, a woman was required to offer up "collateral" that would be released if she talked about the group. Sources claim Snyder said she was pregnant with Raniere's child right before disappearing", "NXIVM insiders speak in upcoming special", "Former NXIVM follower claims convicted sex cult leader Keith Raniere is linked to pal's disappearance in doc", "Sex Cult Used Spyware to Monitor Bronfman", "Manipulations of fortune; Daughters of business royalty, alleged cult leader at centre of lawsuit", "Records: NXIVM hacked billionaire's emails with Hillary Clinton, world leaders", "Cult of Nxivm Part 6: Raniere and the Bronfmans Try to Buy the Dalai Lama", "From Heiress To Felon: How Clare Bronfman Wound Up In 'Cult-Like' Group Nxivm", "Suspended Lama Tenzin Dhonden Had A Lover Too! Salzman said the DOS brand was designed to be permanent, and "the idea of the brand was to memorialize on [their] body the promise [they] made." While there he began communicating with a supporter, Suneel Chakravorty, who began recording their conversations. This might consist of nude photos, a (false) confession of abuse or the deed to a house. Sexual exploitation of Camila as a minor and possession of. [27], Keith Raniere was born on August 26, 1960 to James Raniere (19322020), a New York City advertising executive, and Vera Oschypko (19311978), a ballroom dancing instructor. Imprisoned co-defendant Clare Bronfman paid attorneys Marc Fernich and Jeffrey Lichtman to represent him. What Happened to NXIVM Cult Leader Keith Raniere's Ex-Girlfriend Gina Hutchinson? It doesn't matter that you understand the command, it matters that you obey. District Judge Nicholas Garaufis also fined Raniere $1.75m (1.34m) at the sentencing hearing in Brooklyn on Tuesday. His teachings encouraged students to follow their own self-interested goals while steering clear of "parasites" who could send them off track. Where Is NXIVM Senior Leader Allison Mack Now? [211], Ahead of his sentencing, prosecutors submitted a number of Raniere's communications and disciplinary issues in prison as evidence of remorselessness and that he continues to control his followers. There is no definitive answer to this question as there is no scientific evidence to support or disprove the claim. [236], A number of Raniere's alleged lovers suffered untimely deaths. [87][37][71], In 2015, Raniere personally sued AT&T and Microsoft, alleging they had infringed on his patents. [224], Judge Garaufis's order also states that "all lower-ranking DOS members are statutorily entitled to the return of their collateral, and it orders Mr. Raniere to effectuate that return to the fullest extent practicable." ", "The Program: Inside the Mind of Keith Raniere and the Rise and Fall of NXIVM", "Who is Keith Raniere? While still in school, Raniere became a caretaker for his mother, who suffered from heart problems. This preparation included extreme dieting to satisfy Raniere's preference for "exceptionally thin" women. The United States seized ownership of NXIVM related entities and their intellectual . Raniere was convicted in 2019, but now the group of six former FBI forensic experts claims the government framed him on the charge of possession of child pornography. He's a sociopath" They met and four days later she came out with the glazed eyes and gave me the, "You don't know who he is," and I was like, "Wow, there goes another one. [18], In 2018, offenses related to a secret society within NXIVM known as "DOS", or "the Vow" led to the arrests of Raniere and five other NXIVM associates. There was also a two-hour special in 2019 called The Lost Women of NXIVM. "[47] That same month, The New York Post reported on the existence of a video in which Raniere is heard telling two followers: "I've had people killed because of my beliefs or because of their beliefs. A former girlfriend, Toni Natalie, said he hounded her into bankruptcy. [220][221][222], On July 20, 2021, Raniere made a virtual appearance from his Tucson, Arizona prison cell for a hearing on restitution, the last remaining material from the trial. We strive for accuracy and fairness. They held a virtual press conference on Thursday, joined by Dershowitz, who is representing Raniere, former U.S. Attorney Bud Cummins, and several others. [122][123][124][110], In 2015, Raniere created a secret subgroup within NXIVM called "DOS", an acronym for "Dominus Obsequious Sororium", a quasi-Latin phrase that loosely translates to "Master Over the Slave Women" or "Lord/Master of the Obedient Female Companions". In May 2022, Keith Raniere filed suit against the U.S. Department of Justice and Bureau of Prisons, alleging that his civil rights are violated as a prisoner in United States Penitentiary, Tucson. [169][170] In a recorded conversation between Mack and Raniere discussing the branding, Raniere told Mack "The person should probably ask to be branded. That's what a documentary suggests", "Sex cult convict Keith Raniere's former neighbors 'terrified' after documentary claims he poisoned women in NY home", "Is Keith Raniere a murderer? [48] Natalie and her son later moved to Clifton Park, New York, to be near Raniere; her marriage ended shortly thereafter. "[86] Keeffe publicly described Raniere as "dangerous". [48], Kristin Keeffe was a longtime partner of Raniere and the mother of his first child. Today, Keith Raniere, 62, is a convicted racketeer and sex offender, serving his 120-year prison at United States Penitentiary, Tuscon. Jeffrey Epstein was an American money manager and registered sex offender. Keith Allen Raniere (/rnjri/; born August 26, 1960)[2] is an American criminal convicted for a pattern of racketeering activity including human trafficking, sex offenses, and fraud. 4 min read. "[185][166], Following his conviction, in an email to Nicki Clyne, Raniere defended his formation of DOS, stating: "I believe the sorority is good not just good and even noble, but great and vitally important for women and humanity. [72][73], Eight years later, it was revealed that, in 2009, Sara Bronfman had a sexual relationship with Lama Tenzin Dhonden, the Dalai Lama's gatekeeper who arranged the appearance; and who, as a monk, had taken a vow of celibacy. (the last edition to include a category for highest IQ) described the Hoeflin Research Group as "the most exclusive ultrahigh IQ society", and the 1989 . Another said she had spotted Raniere entering her underage sister's bedroom. How could someone that says theyre so intelligent have as many failures as Raniere? He attended a Waldorf school, before leaving for a public junior high school. 2023 Biography and the Biography logo are registered trademarks of A&E Television Networks, LLC. In fact, the only proof we have of Ranieres intelligence comes from his college GPA from when he graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, N.Y. in 1982. Who Is Keith Raniere? [125][126][127] DOS operated with levels of women "slaves" headed by "masters". The murders inspired the film 'The Amityville Horror.'. [28][33][34] As an adult, Raniere reported that he read Isaac Asimov's mind control-themed work Second Foundation at age 12 and credited the novel with inspiring his work in NXIVM. Many DOS slaves were also groomed for sex with Raniere. KR: Yes I do. [47] Raniere suggested to Clare Bronfman that the losses were due to market manipulation by her father. ", "Blast from the past: Complete text from 1988 Times Union article about Raniere and his take-home IQ test", "Rochester woman tells all about life with NXIVM's Keith Raniere, her ex", "Law enforcement has fielded NXIVM complaints for years", "Cult of NXIVM Series Part 8: The Relentless Pursuit of Enemies", "How Allison Mack Ended Up Involved With an Alleged Sex Slavery Ring", "34 Toni Natalie, Keith Raniere's Ex-Girlfriend, On NXIVM", "Did Isaac Asimov Inspire Keith Raniere to be 'the Mule'? Sex trafficking and forced labor of "Nicole"; Conspiracy to alter records for use in an official proceeding; Sex trafficking conspiracy, forced labor conspiracy, racketeering conspiracy, and, In 2018, Josh Bloch compiled an investigative podcast series about NXIVM on, This page was last edited on 9 January 2023, at 21:23. In the 1990s, Raniere was also involved with National Health Network, a multilevel organization selling vitamins. He was the . [116][117][118][119][120] Prosecutors also introduced WhatsApp messages between Raniere and Camila, which showed that Raniere considered her as his "slave" and tasked her with finding more sex slaves, which Raniere calls "successors" and expresses a preference for women shorter than him, younger and virgins. His birth sign is Leo and religion is Christianity. According to confidential sources, the defendant [Raniere] had repeated sexual encounters with multiple teenage girls in the mid-to-late 1980s and early 1990s. [48], CBI's operations were restricted in 1993 after the company was investigated by twenty states. [213][214], A July 16, 2020 intelligence analysis memorandum from the Bureau of Prisons Counter Terrorism Unit states that Raniere instructed Chakravorty to get more women to dance "erotically" outside of the MDC. Salzman testified that the overriding emphasis of DOS was to venerate Raniere and foster an atmosphere of "total obedience and secrecy". She was Raniere's first student. The trial court ruled that Raniere's "conduct throughout this litigation, culminating in his untruthful testimony at the hearing on the motion to dismiss, demonstrates a pattern of obfuscation and bad faith. August 1960 in Brooklyn, New York City, USA) ist ein amerikanischer Verbrecher, Unternehmer und Psycho-Coach. '"[37] In 1982, Raniere graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with a 2.26 GPA "having failed or barely passed many of the upper-level math and science classes he bragged about taking. [115], At Raniere's trial, prosecutors accused Raniere of the sexual exploitation of Daniela's underage sister Camila, narrating it through Daniela's testimony, hospital records and transcripts of Raniere's communication with Camila, as well as sexually explicit photos of Camila found in Raniere's home. His own company called Raniere the smartest man in the world, which came from his score on a take-home IQ test in the 1980s. Keith Raniere, founder of the company Nxivm, has been sentenced to 120 years in prison.. Many of the women who were drafted had no idea Raniere was involved, instead believing the group was women-only. "[81][82] In a 2010 Albany Times Union article, NXIVM former coaches characterized students as "prey" for Raniere to satisfy either his gambling or sexual proclivities. The abusive relationship with Raniere continued into her adulthood, where Raniere's control and demands on her led to her developing an eating disorder, self-harming and attempting suicide. Of the approximately 17,000. There could be any number of reasons for the discrepancy between Ranieres self-proclaimed intelligence and his GPA on paper, but psychologists have deemed Raniere to be a narcissist who may have been intelligent. And suddenly overnight he turned into like Jesus Christ. You're the special one. By 1997, Consumers' Buyline had closed. He also claimed that he required each sister make him their exclusive romantic partner, as their infidelity toward him could physically "hurt" him. [13][14][15][16][17] Multiple accusers identified Raniere as a prolific sexual abuser of women and girls since the 1980s. Photograph: Elizabeth Williams/AP. Raniere tried to run and hide from her. [64][65] The following January, Snyder traveled to New York State to visit Raniere and other NXIVM leaders. In the 1989 edition, the last edition to have this achievement, the three people marked to have the highest IQ were Marilyn vos Savant, Eric Hart, and Keith Raniere. [25] Keith Raniere, who ran a cult-like group that kept women as virtual sex prisoners to service him in upstate New York, was sentenced to 120 years in prison on Tuesday. The journey of Keith Raniere from smart man to full blown cult leader is bizarre, involves far too many failed MLMs, and a Smallville actress. BB: No you don't, because the only company before this was Consumers Buyline and that in my understanding fell apart within a few years or was on the downhill after a couple years when you got sued or whatever it was. On June 19, 2019, the jury found Raniere guilty on all charges after five hours of deliberation. New episodes of The Vow, Part Two drop every Monday on HBO Max.
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