Kyrsten Sinema says in court filings she had a ‘romantic’ relationship with guard

March 14, 2026

TL;DR

Kyrsten Sinema admitted to a "romantic and intimate" relationship with a married member of her security detail.
The admission was made in court filings in response to a lawsuit by Heather Ammel, the bodyguard's estranged wife.
Sinema argues the lawsuit should be dismissed because the affair occurred outside North Carolina, where the 'homewrecker' law is applicable.
The former senator detailed several intimate encounters in various states and Washington D.C.
The lawsuit also alleges Sinema paid for psychedelic treatment for the bodyguard and that her campaign committee continued to pay him after she left office.
Sinema denies sending certain photos and messages related to drug use and psychedelic experiences.
Campaign finance documents show unusual expenditures, including payments to the bodyguard and trips to Saudi Arabia.
Sinema's post-Senate career includes work in cryptocurrency, AI, advocating for psychedelic medicine, and becoming a columnist for a conservative news outlet.

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