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A significant subplot involves the alleged collusion between the New York Times and Blake Lively during her harassment claims against Justin Balon. Investigations by online sleuths, especially TikTokers, reveal that the NYT's coverage was coordinated ahead of her civil lawsuit, with graphic URLs containing embedded dates predating her filing. This suggests a deliberate media leak, undermining claims that Justin Balon was orchestrating a smear campaign.