Lawsuit Alleges Kyrsten Sinema Had Affair with Married Bodyguard

Allegations Against Former Senator Sinema

• 📌 Former US Senator Kyrsten Sinema is accused of having an affair with her married bodyguard, Matthew Ammel.
• ⚖️ Ammel's estranged wife is suing Sinema for alienation of affection under Arizona's "Homewrecker Law."

Claims of Enticement and Communication

• 💸 The wife's attorneys allege that Sinema enticed Ammel with lavish trips, concerts, an exorbitant salary, and psychedelic drugs.
• 💬 Court papers state the wife discovered romantic and sexual text messages from Sinema on her husband's phone, including messages like "I miss you. Putting my hand on your heart. I'll see you soon."

Background of the Bodyguard

• 🎖️ Matthew Ammel is a 39-year-old retired US Army Green Beret who was hired as Sinema's bodyguard and later promoted to national security adviser.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Ammel and his estranged wife have three children together.

Sinema's Political Career and Public Image

• 🎭 Sinema, known for her bold fashion choices and controversial political stances, served as a Democratic senator from Arizona before becoming an independent.
• 📺 Her public image was previously lampooned on Saturday Night Live.

Broader Context of Bodyguard Relationships

• 🎬 The video notes that romance between high-powered individuals and their bodyguards can be an occupational hazard, referencing the Netflix series "Bodyguard" and the movie "The Bodyguard."
• ⚠️ A former bodyguard suggests that professional boundaries are crucial to avoid such situations.