Former Senate aide Aidan Maese-Czeropski, who was fired after filming a sex tape in a Capitol hearing room, has now launched an OnlyFans account to capitalize on his infamy as the “Senate Twink.”
At a Glance
- Aidan Maese-Czeropski was dismissed from Senator Ben Cardin’s office after a video of him engaging in sexual acts in a Senate hearing room was leaked
- The former aide claims he was “bored” with his job and has expressed “no regrets” about the incident
- After facing threats and a brief psychiatric hospitalization, Maese-Czeropski fled to Australia following a global backpacking trip
- Despite the scandal, Capitol Police filed no criminal charges as the act violated congressional policy but was not deemed illegal
- Maese-Czeropski has now started an OnlyFans account under the name “Senate Twink Official” to monetize his notoriety
From Senate Staffer to Scandal
The unprecedented scandal erupted when Aidan Maese-Czeropski, a staffer for Democratic Senator Ben Cardin of Maryland, filmed himself engaging in sexual activities in Hart 216, a Senate hearing room in the Capitol Building. The video was initially shared in a WhatsApp group of gay Hill staffers before being leaked to conservative media outlet The Daily Caller. The explicit footage showed Maese-Czeropski engaging in sexual acts in a space regularly used for official government business, causing immediate outrage across political spectrums and resulting in his swift termination from Senator Cardin’s office.
“While some of my actions in the past have shown poor [judgment], I love my job and would never disrespect my workplace. Any attempts to characterize my actions otherwise are fabricated and I will be exploring what legal options are available to me in these matters.”, said Aidan Maese-Czeropski.
Despite his initial defensive statements, Maese-Czeropski later contradicted himself by admitting he had no remorse for his actions. In a stark admission that shocked many, he stated, “But I don’t regret f—king in the Senate.” He further explained his motivation, claiming workplace boredom drove him to inappropriate behavior: “I would come in nine hours a day, sit there bored out of my f—king mind. So yeah, I’m going to entertain myself and f–k in a room.” These statements revealed a troubling disregard for the dignity of a government institution funded by taxpayers.
From Crisis to Escape
The aftermath of the scandal took a serious toll on Maese-Czeropski’s mental health. According to reports, he experienced a psychological breakdown following the intense public scrutiny and threats he received. “I became catatonic. My brain shut down,” he stated about his mental state after the video went viral. This crisis ultimately led to a brief stay in a psychiatric ward as he struggled to cope with the fallout from his actions and the subsequent national attention. The situation became so overwhelming that he felt unable to remain in the United States.
Following his psychiatric treatment, Maese-Czeropski embarked on an extended international journey, seemingly to escape the controversy. His global expedition included travels through Southern Africa, Portugal, and the Canary Islands before he ultimately settled in Australia. This self-imposed exile appears to have been his response to the intense scrutiny and criticism he faced in Washington. Notably, Senator Cardin’s office announced they were cooperating with federal authorities to investigate potential legal violations, though ultimately no criminal charges were filed against the former aide.
Capitalizing on Controversy
Rather than attempt to distance himself from the scandal, Maese-Czeropski has chosen to embrace his newfound notoriety. Now known widely as the “Senate Twink,” he has launched an OnlyFans account under the name “Senate Twink Official” in a controversial attempt to monetize the attention his actions garnered. This decision to profit from behavior that many viewed as disrespectful to a revered government institution has further fueled criticism from those who see his actions as emblematic of declining respect for American institutions.
“I refer to the U.S. Capitol as a sacred space because it’s so much more than a building where the Senate and the House of Representatives meet and conduct business.”, said Cardin.
The incident has sparked broader discussions about workplace conduct and respect for government institutions. Critics have characterized the actions as not just inappropriate but as a form of workplace sexual harassment that created a hostile environment for other Capitol employees.
The Capitol Building, described by Senator Cardin as a “sacred space,” serves as both a symbol of American democracy and a workplace for thousands of government employees who expect professional conduct. Maese-Czeropski’s claim that similar acts are common in the Senate has been met with skepticism and concern about the culture within government offices.