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Olivia Nuzzi's 'War Room' Strategy After Kennedy Affair

12/11/2025

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Olivia Nuzzi reportedly felt elated after Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s affair story broke, per Ryan Lizza.
Ryan Lizza said Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had ghosted Nuzzi before the scandal, but communication resumed after it became public.
Ryan Lizza said Nuzzi formed a 'war room' to manage the narrative and fend off reporters.
Ryan Lizza noted Gavin de Becker pressured Nuzzi to protect Kennedy's secrets.

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Olivia Nuzzi reportedly felt elated after Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s affair story broke, per Ryan Lizza.
Ryan Lizza said Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had ghosted Nuzzi before the scandal, but communication resumed after it became public.
Ryan Lizza said Nuzzi formed a 'war room' to manage the narrative and fend off reporters.
Ryan Lizza noted Gavin de Becker pressured Nuzzi to protect Kennedy's secrets.