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Les Wexner: How the billionaire enabled Jeffrey Epstein’s rise

Les Wexner: How the billionaire enabled Jeffrey Epstein’s rise

Summary

Billionaire Leslie Wexner answered questions about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein during a session with U.S. lawmakers. Wexner, who founded the company behind Victoria's Secret, gave Epstein substantial control over his finances, which helped Epstein gain significant influence. Recently released documents have provided more details about their financial connections.

Key Facts

  • U.S. lawmakers questioned Leslie Wexner about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
  • The House Oversight Committee members traveled to Ohio for this session.
  • Wexner admitted he was deceived by Epstein, whom he now calls a con man.
  • Epstein met Wexner in the mid-1980s and later got full control over some of Wexner’s finances.
  • Wexner gave Epstein power of attorney, letting him handle money and properties.
  • Documents from the Justice Department highlight financial deals between Wexner and Epstein.
  • Epstein used his connection with Wexner to gain status and become influential.

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