John Kerry on Don Imus Radio Show: "There's nothing to report, nothing to talk about. No." February 13, 2004

Democratic presidential frontrunner John Kerry told IMUS IN THE MORNING "there is nothing to report" after a DRUDGE REPORT exclusive revealed the frantic behind-the-scenes drama surrounding a woman who recently fled the country, reportedly at the prodding of Kerry! The nature and details of a claimed two-year relationship, beginning in the Spring of 2001, between a young woman and Kerry is at the center of serious investigations at several media outlets. After being approached by a top news producer, the woman fled to Africa, where she remains. "Well, there is nothing to report," Kerry told IMUS. "So there is nothing to talk about. I'm not worried about it. No." In expanded comments later in the broadcast, Don Imus told his on-air crew that "Kerry is dead" if "something comes out." MORE Unlike the Monica Lewinsky drama, which first played out publicly in this space, with audio tapes, cigar and a dress, the Kerry situation has posed a challenge to reporters investigating the claims. "There is no lawsuit testimony this time [like Clinton with Paula Jones]," a top source said Thursday night. "It is hard to prove." A close friend of the woman first approached a reporter late last year claiming fantastic stories -- stories that now threaten to turn the race for the presidency on its head.