Victoria Naomi Drake, a 33-year-old businesswoman, has publicly accused Paolo Zampolli—a former modeling agent and current U.S. Special Representative for Global Partnerships—of sexual assault and emotional abuse. The allegations have led to a highly publicized legal and personal conflict, recently highlighted in an interview and investigation by Italy's RAI network. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

The conversation and surrounding reports cover these key points:

Detailed Allegations of Abuse

  • Sexual Assault and Medical Evidence: Drake recounts an extensive medical examination following an alleged assault, noting she was at New Lennox Hospital in Greenwich Village until 4:00 or 5:00 AM to complete a 36-to-38-page rape kit.
  • Recorded Confessions: Drake claims to have recorded a conversation with Zampolli on WhatsApp while under the supervision of NYPD detectives. In this recording, she addresses his alleged constant messaging and attempts to "resolve" the situation.
  • The "Epstein" Connection: During confrontations, Drake has alluded to Zampolli's historical ties to Jeffrey Epstein, suggesting his actions "fit the narrative" of Epstein's files. Zampolli, who introduced Melania Trump to Donald Trump, has previously acknowledged knowing Epstein but vehemently denies any involvement in his crimes. [1, 6, 7, 8, 9]

Paolo Zampolli’s Response and Legal Retaliation

  • Vehement Denials: Zampolli has used derogatory language, including Italian slurs, to describe Drake and denies ever touching her. He has also retrieved weapons, such as a sledgehammer, during interviews to demonstrate his state of mind or defensiveness.
  • Extortion Counter-Claims: Zampolli filed a formal report with the FBI on April 6, 2026, alleging a $650,000 extortion attempt by Drake and her father. He claims there are currently five criminal cases across multiple jurisdictions related to these extortion efforts.
  • Threats of State Power: Zampolli has allegedly threatened to use his diplomatic standing and the "full machinery of the American administration" against Drake. He claimed to have sent videos of his meetings with her to the U.S. State Department and alerted the Italian Embassy in Washington. [3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 12]

Broader Context and Pattern of Conduct

  • Similar Allegations: Similar claims of abuse and the weaponization of government resources (such as involving ICE) have been made by Zampolli's former partner, Amanda Ungaro.
  • Diplomatic Role: At the time of these public clashes, Zampolli serves as President Trump's Special Envoy for Global Partnerships, a role that has seen him involved in high-level sports and cultural diplomacy across Europe. [2, 13, 14, 15, 16]

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