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Lex Wexner Lawyer's Hot Mic at Epstein Deposition: 'I'll Kill You'

Lex Wexner Lawyer's Hot Mic at Epstein Deposition: 'I'll Kill You'

Summary

A lawyer for Les Wexner, a retail billionaire, jokingly threatened him during a deposition about his ties with Jeffrey Epstein. The exchange happened while Wexner testified before a House committee. Wexner denied knowing about Epstein's crimes and said he ended their relationship nearly 20 years ago.

Key Facts

  • Les Wexner's lawyer jokingly told him to keep answers short during a deposition about Jeffrey Epstein.
  • The deposition took place as part of a House Oversight and Government Reform Committee investigation.
  • The lawyer's comments were meant to keep Wexner focused and brief.
  • Wexner's name is mentioned over 1,000 times in files related to Epstein.
  • Wexner stated he cut ties with Epstein nearly two decades ago.
  • Virginia Giuffre claimed she was trafficked to Wexner, which he denied.
  • Wexner was listed as a possible co-conspirator in 2019 but with "limited evidence" of involvement.
  • Wexner emphasized his loyalty to his wife and denied any infidelity allegations.

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