Malibu’s Most Wanted Squatter; MAGA Explodes the DC Real Estate Market; Kate and William’s New Closeness

Plus: The Films We're Most Excited to See at Sundance View in your browser | Update your preferences Beware the Serial Squatter of Malibu's Point Dume By BRADLEY HOPE AND TOM WRIGHT How one woman allegedly turned casual stays into protracted eviction wars among the most exclusive preserves in California. R E A D  M O R E Elon Musk, Bret Baier, and More MAGA Elites Are Fueling the Hamptons-ification of DC By KASE WICKMAN Beltway real estate churn is kicking into high gear as über-rich Trumpers roll into Washington, leaving agents "overwhelmed by the wealth factor." R E A D  M O R E Jeff Baena's Legacy: Discerning Cineaste, Scrabble Savant, and Consummate Master of Ceremonies By ALEX ROSS PERRY In a VF exclusive, fellow filmmaker Alex Ross Perry pays tribute to Aubrey Plaza's late husband and the creative family that he nurtured. R E A D  M O R E How Kate Middleton and Prince William Have Grown Closer Since Her Cancer Diagnosis By ERIN VANDERHOOF "They are able to express themselves in a way they would never have done before," says one royal expert. R E A D  M O R E Donald Trump Purges Federal DEI Workers By CAITLIN DEWEY The president also warned that companies and universities could face federal investigation if they preserve their diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. R E A D  M O R E The 17 Films We're Most Excited to See at Sundance By RICHARD LAWSON Will this year's festival yet again launch previously unknown films onto the world stage? Let's take a look at some of the breakout possibilities. R E A D  M O R E This e-mail was sent to you by VANITY FAIR. To ensure delivery to your inbox (not bulk or junk folders), please add our e-mail address, vanityfair@newsletter.vf.com, to your address book. View our Privacy Policy Unsubscribe Copyright © Condé Nast 2025. One World Trade Center, New York, NY 10007. All rights reserved.