Les Wexner Testifies in Jeffrey Epstein Probe: Key Details Emerge
CBS NewsFebruary 18, 20263 min4,358 views
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- π Les Wexner, the billionaire behind brands like Victoria's Secret, is set to testify before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee.
- π€ The testimony is part of a congressional probe into Wexner's long-standing relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, who once managed Wexner's finances.
- ποΈ The deposition is occurring privately in Wexner's hometown, a detail that has drawn criticism from figures like Hillary Clinton, who argue it's unfair treatment compared to others who testified publicly in DC.
Scrutiny and Redactions
- π Wexner has faced scrutiny due to his repeated mentions in the released Epstein files, appearing over 4,000 times.
- π A key point of contention arose during a hearing where Attorney General Pam Bondi addressed a redacted document listing potential co-conspirators, with Bondi stating the redaction was corrected and Wexner's name was otherwise prominent.
Wexner's Defense and Cooperation
- π« Wexner's team claims they severed ties with Epstein once his crimes became public knowledge.
- β They maintain his client's innocence throughout the ongoing investigation.
- π£οΈ Wexner's representation stated they are cooperating because he is viewed as a source of information and insight, rather than as an individual under criminal investigation himself.
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