[StAnDeliver]

"The obscured photos might also be a “tease.” As in they’re waiting for the predictable denials after which point they’ll slowly start putting their cards on the table."

Yeah, you'll note they were hardly even 'obscured', that's a common photograph (RollCall file photo) of common trollop Carpenter.

[RKBA Democrat]

That was probably the intent. Obscure the photos and have folks go all a twitter trying to figure out who they are.

Given the gawker judgement, I would expect the tabloids are being very careful right now. That NE reported details (e.g. closet) seems to indicate that they have someone with first hand knowledge.