Judge rules Michael Jeffries is fit for sex trafficking trial

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A federal judge ruled that former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Michael Jeffries is mentally competent to stand trial. U.S. District Judge Nusrat Choudhury found he has a rational and factual understanding of the proceedings and can consult with his lawyers, clearing him for a jury trial in October on Long Island.

WHO: U.S. District Judge Nusrat Choudhury

WHAT: Ruled Michael Jeffries is mentally competent to face a sex trafficking trial.

WHEN: Reported Aug 21, 2026 at 3:32 PM ET

WHERE: Long Island, USA

WHY: To decide Jeffries’ mental fitness after his legal team argued he had dementia and late-onset Alzheimer’s.

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