Guide Note
During an FBI wiretap, former New York Governor Eliot Spitzer was allegedly heard requesting the services of escorts from the Emperors Club VIP. Spitzer, who is identified in an FBI affidavit as "Client-9," allegedly rendezvoused with a prostitute, identified as "Kristen," at a Washington, D.C., hotel in February of 2008. The ensuing scandal pervaded the media, and ultimately lead to Spitzer's resignation.
Fast Facts
- Announced public apology on March 10, 2008
- Announced resignation on March 12, 2008
- Resignation effective on March 17, 2008
- Spitzer is eligible for prosecution under the Mann Act
- Girls from the Emperors Club VIP reportedly charged up to $10,000 per appointment
- Spitzer's appointments were reportedly in the $4000-5,000 range
- Kristen was later identified as Ashley Dupree
Eliot Spitzer Facts
- Born: June 10, 1959
- Preceded by: George Pataki
- Succeeded by: David Paterson
- 58th Governor of New York
- Former New York State Attorney General
- Resigned March 17, 2008
- Spouse: Silda Spitzer
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