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Les Wexner answered questions from members of the House Oversight Committee for about five hours about how much he knew about the sex offender and what role he may have played in Epstein's alleged sex trafficking.

Recent court documents and newly released files have thrust the long-term connection between billionaire Les Wexner and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein back into the spotlight, prompting a closed-door deposition before the U.S. House Oversight Committee. Wexner hired Epstein in the late 1980s as his personal financial manager and granted him significant control over his wealth, including power of attorney and placement as a trustee for his foundation—relationships that lasted for about two decades. Epstein appeared frequently in financial records tied to Wexner and was deeply involved in managing Wexner's assets, with some government files indicating that Wexner's name was redacted in sections of the so-called “Epstein files” and noting that Wexner is listed as an unindicted co-conspirator by the FBI. Congressional investigators have cited indications that Wexner's support helped underwrite much of Epstein's financial base, potentially facilitating Epstein's ability to operate and expand his network.In response to these revelations, Wexner has portrayed himself as having been “duped” by Epstein and has denied any knowledge of, or participation in, Epstein's criminal conduct, asserting that he severed ties after discovering that Epstein had stolen from him. However, lawmakers and survivors challenge that narrative, arguing that the extent of financial transfers—reportedly approaching a billion dollars in stocks, gifts, or direct funds—suggests deeper involvement and enabled Epstein's rise. Critics also point to documents showing unsent messages allegedly between Epstein and Wexner and to Wexner's continued presence in documents and images from the files. The scrutiny reflects broader questions about how closely Epstein was intertwined with powerful figures and whether those relationships contributed, directly or indirectly, to his ability to engage in widespread abuse.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

For Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg, the financial support and professional opportunities afforded by her fellowship at the Wexner Foundation, which plugged her into a network of the “the most powerful Jewish professionals in the country,” were substantial. But as a feminist rabbi whose most recent book is titled “On Repentance and Repair,” she felt she could not ignore the disturbing reality of the close personal and financial ties between Leslie Wexner, the benefactor of the foundation, and the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, she tells the Haaretz Podcast. In a personal act of accountability and repentance, in 2019, Ruttenberg – “shocked, disturbed and unsettled” by the early revelations regarding Epstein and Wexner – donated the funds she took from the foundation to an organization confronting sexual violence and challenged others to take similar steps. There was little reaction to her call at the time. Now, with new details revealed in the Department of Justice release of the Epstein files, she says “my only regret is not speaking out earlier and more forcefully, no matter the cost.” She warned that “when we try to pretend that none of this is happening, we feed every conspiracy theory. And when we say that who matters are raped children, and when we center the people who are harmed, and when we live the values of our Torah and of every other teaching that we claim is holy, then we dispel those theories, because we become the people who we are supposed to be … the people who are living our values.” Read more: Island Visit, NYC Flat and 'Belarusian Girls': Ex-Israel PM Ehud Barak Addresses Jeffrey Epstein Ties The Ferrari, the Meetings and 'The Redhead': Latest Jeffrey Epstein Files Reveal Ties With Popular Israeli-American Researcher Dan Ariely Memorializing Jeffrey Epstein? Pro-Netanyahu Channel 14 Confuses Convicted Sex Offender With Beloved Israeli Singer Life After Harvard: What's in Store for Wexner Foundation's Israeli Leaders Program? From 2020: Wexner Foundation Named After Billionaire Philanthropist Distancing Itself From FounderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Victoria's Secret billionaire, who is named as a co-conspirator in a 2019 FBI document, faced members of congress last week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

GOP Analyst Bob Clegg says that the economy will the top issue that Trump addresses tonight. Bob also weighs in on a number of other topics including whether the name "Wexner" should be removed from buildings

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Les Wexner has stated publicly that he was never interviewed, subpoenaed, or formally questioned by the FBI or the Department of Justice in connection with the federal investigations into Jeffrey Epstein. According to Wexner, despite being Epstein's most prominent financial patron for years and granting him sweeping authority over portions of his personal fortune, no federal agents ever sat him down for a substantive interview about Epstein's activities. He has maintained that he would have cooperated fully had he been contacted and has expressed surprise that investigators did not seek his account. Given that Epstein managed vast sums tied to Wexner and operated within Wexner's orbit for years, the absence of a formal federal interview has raised questions about investigative scope and priorities. Wexner has emphasized that he severed ties with Epstein after discovering alleged financial misconduct and has portrayed himself as a victim of deception. He has also said he had no knowledge of Epstein's criminal behavior while they were associated. His assertion centers on a single point: federal authorities never directly approached him during their inquiries. That claim has become a focal issue in broader discussions about how thoroughly Epstein's network was examined. The fact that Epstein's closest financial benefactor was not formally questioned, according to Wexner, stands out given the scale of the case. It underscores continuing debate about whether every relevant avenue was pursued.The relationship between Les Wexner and Jeffrey Epstein was foundational to Epstein's rise, with Epstein serving as Wexner's financial adviser and exercising extraordinary control over assets for years. Epstein obtained power of attorney and access that few outsiders ever received, positioning himself at the center of Wexner's financial world. Because of that proximity, Wexner's claim that neither the FBI nor the DOJ interviewed him has drawn sustained scrutiny. Critics argue that any comprehensive investigation into Epstein's operations would logically include direct questioning of his principal benefactor. Wexner has insisted that he was never treated as a subject or target and that he was not asked to provide detailed testimony. He has reiterated that he cut off Epstein once he became aware of alleged irregularities involving finances. The absence of documented federal questioning, if accurate, highlights gaps many observers believe remain unresolved. It also feeds broader concerns about whether powerful individuals connected to Epstein were examined with equal intensity. Wexner's statement places the burden back on federal authorities to explain investigative decisions. As long as questions about the thoroughness of the Epstein investigation persist, Wexner's claim of never being interviewed will remain central to that debate.t ocontact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://www.scrippsnews.com/us-news/crime/epstein-files/wexner-tells-congress-he-was-never-contacted-by-fbi-about-jeffrey-epstein-ties

Ohio State University is fielding hundreds of calls to remove Les Wexner's name from campus buildings, amid growing anger over his ties to convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.A new term, WEXIT, has been coined by groups pushing for removal. Meanwhile, Gov. Mike DeWine defends keeping Wexner's name.Meanwhile, Democratic members of Congress who traveled to New Albany last week to depose Wexner said they found Wexner's denial of knowing about Epstein's criminal conduct hard to believe.In other news, a judge has removed the chairman of the state's second-largest pension for violating his fiduciary duties.We'll talk about what we're learning from the First Energy trial.It's all coming up during this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:George Shillcock, reporter, WOSU Public MediaJo Ingles, senior reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauLaura Bischoff, politics and state government reporter, The Columbus DispatchJake Zuckerman, reporter, Signal OhioIf you have a disability and would like a transcript or other accommodation you can request an alternative format.

Ohio State University is fielding hundreds of calls to remove Les Wexner's name from campus buildings, amid growing anger over his ties to convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.A new term, WEXIT, has been coined by groups pushing for removal. Meanwhile, Gov. Mike DeWine defends keeping Wexner's name.Meanwhile, Democratic members of Congress who traveled to New Albany last week to depose Wexner said they found Wexner's denial of knowing about Epstein's criminal conduct hard to believe.In other news, a judge has removed the chairman of the state's second-largest pension for violating his fiduciary duties.We'll talk about what we're learning from the First Energy trial.It's all coming up during this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:George Shillcock, reporter, WOSU Public MediaJo Ingles, senior reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauLaura Bischoff, politics and state government reporter, The Columbus DispatchJake Zuckerman, reporter, Signal OhioIf you have a disability and would like a transcript or other accommodation you can request an alternative format.

One of Ohio's wealthiest men found himself amid a firestorm last week after the release of FBI files on the case against the late accused child trafficker, Jeffrey Epstein. In this week's Ohio Statehouse Scoop, Host Jo Ingles explains how Ohio lawmakers are reacting to the news that billionaire Les Wexner was named as a co-conspirator in the Epstein files. She also talks with Ohio State University Political Scientist Emeritus Paul Beck about how this controversy could play out politically. Later, Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson talk about how state leaders are responding to the Wexner situation at the Ohio Statehouse. It's all this week on the Ohio Statehouse Scoop.

Les Wexner has stated publicly that he was never interviewed, subpoenaed, or formally questioned by the FBI or the Department of Justice in connection with the federal investigations into Jeffrey Epstein. According to Wexner, despite being Epstein's most prominent financial patron for years and granting him sweeping authority over portions of his personal fortune, no federal agents ever sat him down for a substantive interview about Epstein's activities. He has maintained that he would have cooperated fully had he been contacted and has expressed surprise that investigators did not seek his account. Given that Epstein managed vast sums tied to Wexner and operated within Wexner's orbit for years, the absence of a formal federal interview has raised questions about investigative scope and priorities. Wexner has emphasized that he severed ties with Epstein after discovering alleged financial misconduct and has portrayed himself as a victim of deception. He has also said he had no knowledge of Epstein's criminal behavior while they were associated. His assertion centers on a single point: federal authorities never directly approached him during their inquiries. That claim has become a focal issue in broader discussions about how thoroughly Epstein's network was examined. The fact that Epstein's closest financial benefactor was not formally questioned, according to Wexner, stands out given the scale of the case. It underscores continuing debate about whether every relevant avenue was pursued.The relationship between Les Wexner and Jeffrey Epstein was foundational to Epstein's rise, with Epstein serving as Wexner's financial adviser and exercising extraordinary control over assets for years. Epstein obtained power of attorney and access that few outsiders ever received, positioning himself at the center of Wexner's financial world. Because of that proximity, Wexner's claim that neither the FBI nor the DOJ interviewed him has drawn sustained scrutiny. Critics argue that any comprehensive investigation into Epstein's operations would logically include direct questioning of his principal benefactor. Wexner has insisted that he was never treated as a subject or target and that he was not asked to provide detailed testimony. He has reiterated that he cut off Epstein once he became aware of alleged irregularities involving finances. The absence of documented federal questioning, if accurate, highlights gaps many observers believe remain unresolved. It also feeds broader concerns about whether powerful individuals connected to Epstein were examined with equal intensity. Wexner's statement places the burden back on federal authorities to explain investigative decisions. As long as questions about the thoroughness of the Epstein investigation persist, Wexner's claim of never being interviewed will remain central to that debate.t ocontact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://www.scrippsnews.com/us-news/crime/epstein-files/wexner-tells-congress-he-was-never-contacted-by-fbi-about-jeffrey-epstein-tiesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

Tim discusses billionaire Les Wexner alleging he was “conned” by longtime friend Jeffrey Epstein, Mexican trans furries, the US potentially going to war with Iran, the Winter Olympics, and Kash Patel appearing on Dan Bongino's podcast to say nothing of value.American Royalty Tour

Les Wexner, the longtime founder and chief executive of L Brands—the retail company that once owned Victoria's Secret and Bath & Body Works—began stepping back from day-to-day leadership amid mounting scrutiny over his connection to Jeffrey Epstein. In February 2020, after nearly six decades at the helm, Wexner announced he was resigning as CEO of L Brands and transitioning to chairman emeritus, as the company pursued a restructuring that included selling a majority stake in Victoria's Secret to private equity. Although company statements framed the change as part of a broader corporate evolution, it came against the backdrop of growing public criticism of Wexner's long friendship and financial relationship with Epstein, who had once served as his personal advisor and money manager.Wexner's departure from operational leadership was followed by further distancing from the company: in March 2021, both he and his wife, Abigail, announced they would not seek reelection to L Brands' board of directors, effectively ending his formal role in governance after nearly six decades. While Wexner and his representatives have repeatedly denied that his resignation was directly caused by the Epstein controversy, critics and some investors saw the timing and cumulative pressure over the Epstein ties—and internal culture criticisms at Victoria's Secret—as key factors in his exit from the company he built.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Les Wexner has stated publicly that he was never interviewed, subpoenaed, or formally questioned by the FBI or the Department of Justice in connection with the federal investigations into Jeffrey Epstein. According to Wexner, despite being Epstein's most prominent financial patron for years and granting him sweeping authority over portions of his personal fortune, no federal agents ever sat him down for a substantive interview about Epstein's activities. He has maintained that he would have cooperated fully had he been contacted and has expressed surprise that investigators did not seek his account. Given that Epstein managed vast sums tied to Wexner and operated within Wexner's orbit for years, the absence of a formal federal interview has raised questions about investigative scope and priorities. Wexner has emphasized that he severed ties with Epstein after discovering alleged financial misconduct and has portrayed himself as a victim of deception. He has also said he had no knowledge of Epstein's criminal behavior while they were associated. His assertion centers on a single point: federal authorities never directly approached him during their inquiries. That claim has become a focal issue in broader discussions about how thoroughly Epstein's network was examined. The fact that Epstein's closest financial benefactor was not formally questioned, according to Wexner, stands out given the scale of the case. It underscores continuing debate about whether every relevant avenue was pursued.The relationship between Les Wexner and Jeffrey Epstein was foundational to Epstein's rise, with Epstein serving as Wexner's financial adviser and exercising extraordinary control over assets for years. Epstein obtained power of attorney and access that few outsiders ever received, positioning himself at the center of Wexner's financial world. Because of that proximity, Wexner's claim that neither the FBI nor the DOJ interviewed him has drawn sustained scrutiny. Critics argue that any comprehensive investigation into Epstein's operations would logically include direct questioning of his principal benefactor. Wexner has insisted that he was never treated as a subject or target and that he was not asked to provide detailed testimony. He has reiterated that he cut off Epstein once he became aware of alleged irregularities involving finances. The absence of documented federal questioning, if accurate, highlights gaps many observers believe remain unresolved. It also feeds broader concerns about whether powerful individuals connected to Epstein were examined with equal intensity. Wexner's statement places the burden back on federal authorities to explain investigative decisions. As long as questions about the thoroughness of the Epstein investigation persist, Wexner's claim of never being interviewed will remain central to that debate.t ocontact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://www.scrippsnews.com/us-news/crime/epstein-files/wexner-tells-congress-he-was-never-contacted-by-fbi-about-jeffrey-epstein-tiesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Ralph welcomes J.B. Branch (Public Citizen's Big Tech accountability advocate) to discuss some of the sectors that Big Tech is disrupting with artificial intelligence. Then, Steve, David, and Hannah speak to Russell Mokhiber about the latest issue of the Capitol Hill Citizen. Finally, Ralph speaks on the legacy of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson.J.B. Branch is the Big Tech accountability advocate for Public Citizen's Congress Watch division. He leads Public Citizen's advocacy efforts on artificial intelligence accountability, consumer data and privacy rights, tech product safety, platform oversight, and child online safety protections.What's happening is these AI companies are taking a page out of the playbook of the social media days. When social media was brand new, they were trying to say that this technology is going to lead to people being more connected, it's going to lead to efficiencies, it's going to lead to overall positives. And in fact, there were times where you had big tech CEOs who were saying that a lot of this money was going to trickle down. And you look down, and you look up, and I'm not any richer because Facebook stock is soaring or Microsoft's is soaring. What we're really seeing is the same thing that's happened with these large tech companies—which is that they promised the world, they offer back very little, and in fact, what they offer up is a series of harms.JB BranchCongress has been really bought into AI. They're buying into this idea that it's a race for the world between us and China. So you have some congressional folks who believe that this is a race against China and that we need to harness this weapon. And then you have a lot of corporate money from these AI companies…They're dumping a lot of money into congressional races, to ensure that they're propping up candidates who align with this deregulatory scheme.JB BranchRussell Mokhiber is editor of the Corporate Crime Reporter and the Capitol Hill Citizen. He is also founder of singlepayeraction.org, and editor of the website Morgan County USA.I see [the Capitol Hill Citizen] philosophy along a couple lines. One is that it's not left right, it's top down. We consider both political parties corrupt to the core, but there's a rising tide of activism against both parties, against the institutional parties. And so, for example, in the current issue, we bristle against those who are what we call “negativo”. We're very “positivo”. So while we're living in very difficult times, there's a rising tide of activism challenging members of Congress, both current members in Congress as citizen activists and also as candidates…And so what we're seeing is this up-down resurgence from the bottom—populists of all stripes rising up against the technocratic billionaires who've brought us to this state.Russell Mokhiber[Jesse Jackson] was an advocate of non-violence, of self-reliance. And the amazing thing about him is how he appeared everywhere. I mean there was nothing remote about Jesse Jackson. He appeared everywhere. If the farmers were being driven into bankruptcy by agribusiness, he was there. If there need to be prisoners released in foreign countries, he was there… The thing that most people didn't realize is how much personal pressure he was under by his opponents. In those days, challenging certain conditions that we don't even know about now because of Jesse and other civil rights leaders' works, really upset the power structure. And they didn't take it lying down. So all these places he went to, he was very much under great pressure.Ralph NaderNews 2/20/26* Our top stories this week concern the continuing fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. First, the Columbus Dispatch reports Republican Senator Jon Husted of Ohio accepted more than $100,000 from Epstein associate Les Wexner. Husted's opponent in his reelection campaign, former Ohio Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown, blasted Husted for accepting this money and implied that Wexner's donations pushed Husted to initially vote against releasing the Epstein files. In damage control mode, the Husted campaign announced they would donate Wexner's campaign contributions to charity. Wexner himself appeared in front of the House Oversight committee this week. Wexner denied any wrongdoing, claiming that Epstein “conned” him and called him a “clever, diabolical … master manipulator.” Democrats on the committee were skeptical, with Congressman Robert Garcia stating “There is no single person that was more involved with providing Jeffrey Epstein with the financial support to commit his crimes than Les Wexner,” per the Hill.* In related news, the New York Times reports Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, has been arrested for misconduct stemming from his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Specifically, he stands accused of passing along confidential information to Epstein while the disgraced former prince served as a British trade envoy. His brother, King Charles III is quoted saying he supports a “full, fair and proper process” to investigate these claims. The Times notes the striking disparity in the official response from law enforcement in the U.K. versus the U.S., writing, “The British authorities have moved aggressively to investigate the possibility of crimes emerging from the three million pages of correspondence with Mr. Epstein… police in the United States have not.”* Meanwhile in Los Angeles, prominent entertainment executive and sports agent Casey Wasserman has drawn fire from many LA politicians, including City Controller Kenneth Mejia, L.A. County Supervisor Lindsay Horvath, City Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martinez and fellow Councilmember and mayoral candidate Nithya Raman over his ties to Epstein lieutenant Ghislane Maxwell, as revealed in the latest tranche of files. High-profile clients of Wasserman's agency immediately began to abandon the firm. High profile deserters include pop star Chappell Roan and Olympic gold medalist Abby Wambach. Wasserman announced he would sell the agency shortly thereafter. However, Wasserman still chairs the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics Committee. This week, LA Mayor Karen Bass weighed in to call Wasserman's behavior “abhorrent” and say that while she cannot fire him, it is her opinion that he should step down. Astonishingly, the LA28 board announced after a review of Wasserman's conduct that he should remain on as committee chair. This from LA Magazine.* Speaking of local boards, this week New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the appointment of six new members of the Rent Guidelines Board, including a new Chair. With these six appointments, comprising two-thirds of the total board, Mamdani is poised to deliver on one of his key campaign promises – a rent freeze for tenants in rent-stabilized apartments. These appointees range from experienced civil servants to academics to union organizers, among others. This is a major victory for Mamdani, and comes at a key moment when other items on his governing agenda are being challenged by budgetary constraints due to long-term mismanagement of the city's finances.* Another rent-related story comes to us from Minnesota. CBS reports the tenants union Twin Cities Tenants, along with five labor unions totaling over 25,000 workers, are calling for a statewide rent strike to pressure lawmakers to enact an eviction moratorium. This comes in the context of Operation Metro Surge, the federal government's sprawling immigration enforcement action which resulted in the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. As this piece notes, many residents of the Twin Cities stayed home from work during the operation, out of fear of being detained, resulting in many tenants being short on rent ahead of March 1st. According to an analysis by the University of Minnesota renters in the state have racked up between $27 and $51 million in rent debt since the onset of Metro Surge. This in addition to the average statewide rent debt of $44.6 million in any two-month period.* Turning to Gaza-related news, this week saw major updates in the legal drama of Palestine Action in Britain. On February 13th, AP reported that the country's High Court ruled the government acted unlawfully by outlawing Palestine Action and deeming it a terrorist organization. The Judges said that Palestine Action's activities did not meet the “level, scale and persistence” that would justify a legal proscription. However, the court allowed the government to keep the ban in place pending the government's appeal. The group was banned last June after breaking into a Royal Air Force base to protest the slaughter in Gaza. Despite this ruling in the group's favor, which came on the heels of a ruling dismissing charges against six Palestine Action activists, the BBC reports those activists will be retried by the government over their alleged role in causing damage to an Elbit Systems facility near Bristol. Charges against 18 other defendants accused of participating in the break-in will be dropped.* Meanwhile, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem and one of the Catholic Church's highest officials, was asked to comment on President Trump's proposed Board of Peace, the international body intended to oversee the governance and reconstruction of Gaza. Pizzaballa replied “What do I think of the Board of Peace? I think it is a colonialist operation: others deciding for the Palestinians.” The Patriarch added “They asked us to enter. I've never had a billion (dollars),” referring to the $1 billion price for a permanent board seat, but “above all, this is not the Church's task: It is the sacraments, the dignity of the person.” This from OSV News. Pizzaballa has long sought self-determination for the Palestinians alongside peace in the region, even putting his own life on the line for that cause. Just after the October 7th Hamas attacks, Pizzaballa offered to exchange himself for the Israeli hostages in Hamas custody.* And in East Asia, NBC reports ousted South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been found guilty of insurrection over his failed self-coup plot, which involved storming parliament and imposing martial law. The South Korean high court stopped short of accepting the prosecution's request for the death penalty – which they justified using the case law derived from the execution of King Charles Stuart of England in 1649 – and instead sentenced Yoon to life in prison. Decrying the verdict, Yoon's lawyers called the trial “nothing more than a mere formality to reach a predetermined conclusion.” Yoon has the right to appeal the ruling. Given the failure of American institutions to check the creeping authoritarianism in our political system, it is awe-inspiring to see it happen in a country that has struggled with authoritarian rule in its much more recent past.* Turning back to domestic news, Mike Selig, the chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) posted a strange video this week, claiming that “American prediction markets have been hit with an onslaught of state-led litigation,” and announcing that the CFTC will launch a legal campaign to block states from regulating sites like Polymarket and Kalshi by asserting that such regulation is the sole purview of the Commission. In the video, Selig argues that these sites “provide useful functions for society by allowing everyday Americans to hedge commercial risks, like increases in temperature and energy price spikes…[and] serve as an important check on our news media and our information streams.” A number of states have taken action to regulate prediction markets, including Nevada, along with Arizona, Michigan, New York and Illinois, to name just a few. One powerful constituency pushing for state-level regulation of prediction markets is the traditional gambling industry. Adam Greenblatt, CEO of sportsbook BetMGM, thundered in a recent interview “They pay no state taxes, there are no consumer protections, there are no penalties for underage play.” This from Axios.* Finally, we pay tribute to activist, civil rights leader, and political forefather of modern multiracial progressive politics, the Reverend Jesse Jackson. Jackson, who passed away this week at age 84, was a protégé of Martin Luther King and ran groundbreaking presidential campaigns in the 1980s assembling the “Rainbow Coalition,” which sought civil rights for racial and ethnic minorities and the LGBT community alongside a sweeping anti-poverty agenda. In the 1990s, Jackson was elected Shadow Delegate and then Shadow Senator for the District of Columbia. In the 21st century, Jackson took on an elder statesman role in progressive circles, continuing to lead the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition and attending major protest events – including the 2020 Black Lives Matter protests and 2024 pro-Palestine encampments – even after his Parkinson's diagnosis in 2017 and multiple COVID-related hospitalizations. Since his passing, Jackson has been eulogized by a host of prominent political figures, including Donald Trump, Curtis Sliwa, Bernie Sanders, Barack Obama, Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, the Clintons, Reverends William J. Barber and Al Sharpton, the descendents of Martin Luther King, longtime Sinn Féin president Gerry Adams and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa among many others. Like Ralph Nader, Jackson remained a leading light of the American Left during its lowest ebb in modern history. He followed his own iconic exhortation to “keep hope alive.” The least we can do is to carry on this legacy.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

00:00:00 – Sleep-deprived cold open 00:04:24 – Obama says "aliens are real" 00:09:23 – Trump "declassify the alien files" bluff 00:12:59 – Moon base bear cartel sketch 00:17:52 – CIA UFO psyops as distraction template 00:22:22 – Las Vegas substation rammer "terrorism" talk 00:31:42 – Metcalf sniper attack as state-actor rehearsal 00:35:42 – "Programmed" lone wolves and misfires 00:35:55 – Sam Altman's human-vs-AI energy comparison 00:45:07 – 9/11 put-options and the "no terrorist ties" dodge 00:50:08 – Howard Lutnick insider-trade windfall accusation 00:55:13 – Wexner's whisper-lawyer intimidation moment 00:58:53 – Epstein list panic-spin on daytime TV 01:02:56 – Sam Harris "eat the babies" clip outrage 01:07:54 – Bongino's post-FBI audience collapse stats 01:12:18 – Babylon Bee comments turning on the narrative 01:17:01 – Neil deGrasse Tyson defends "trust the experts" 01:21:56 – Call-in spirals into Iran war forecasting 01:26:34 – AI tool picks: Claude vs ChatGPT vs Cursor 01:31:03 – Will Trump use Roswell as "disclosure" theater 01:35:55 – Olympic condom black market chaos in Milan 01:40:38 – William Shatner's metal album stunt 01:49:16 – LA bus agency begs riders not to poop 01:59:03 – Nantucket wastewater outs the elite coke habit 02:03:12 – End-of-show riffing and wrap   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: http://obdmpod.com ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/obdmpod ► Full Videos at Odysee: https://odysee.com/@obdm:0 ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/obdmpod ► Instagram: obdmpod ► Email: ourbigdumbmouth at gmail ► RSS: http://ourbigdumbmouth.libsyn.com/rss ► iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-big-dumb-mouth/id261189509?mt=2  

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Lex Wexner's ties to Jeffrey Epstein resurface as Prince Andrew faces fallout and pressure builds for U.S. arrests. Rep. Randy Fine joins the discussion on elite accountability, missing migrant children, UK grooming gangs, and whether real prosecutions are finally coming.

Buckle up, because this episode will make your jaw DROP. We are talking about everything from former Prince Andrew's arrest, Naomi Campbell's Epstein shame spiral, and the completely SHOCKING truth about who funded (and covered up) years of exploitation in the fashion and modeling world.  This is where we get honest, raw, and real about accountability, complicity, and why it matters for every woman listening. SHOWNOTES Former Prince Andrew Is Arrested… And Released Just As Fast Naomi Campbell, Epstein, and “Guilty By Association” Les Wexner, Mall Culture, and The Billion Dollar Empire Behind Abuse Re-examining “America's Next Top Model” and Tyra's Accountability The Power of Speaking Out And Why We Must Protect Survivors Thank you to our sponsors: Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa Microperfumes: 60% off at https://microperfumes.com/woi Daily Look: 50% code WOI https://dailylook.com OneSkin: 15% off with code LISA at https://oneskin.co/lisa FOLLOW ME FOR UPDATES & FUTURE LIVES:  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The scary (Dystopia)Microsoft AI chief gives it 18 months—for all white-collar work to be automated by AIAI Will Destroy Millions of White Collars Jobs in the Coming Months, Andrew Yang Warns, Driving Surge of Personal BankruptciesRing cancels Flock deal after dystopian Super Bowl ad prompts mass outrageAmazon and Flock Safety have ended a partnership that would've given law enforcement access to a vast web of Ring cameras. The decision came after Amazon faced substantial backlash for airing a Super Bowl ad that was meant to be warm and fuzzy, but instead came across as disturbing and dystopian.Ring's Founder Knows You Hated That Super Bowl Ad. Since the commercial aired, Jamie Siminoff has been trying to quell an outcry over privacy concerns with his doorbell cameras.Platforms bend over backward to help DHS censor ICE critics, advocates say MMAnthropic is clashing with the Pentagon over AI useAnthropic's relationship with the Department of Defense is “under review” as the two sides negotiate over how the company's AI models can be used.The startup wants assurance that its models will not be used for autonomous weapons or mass surveillance.The DOD wants to use Anthropic's models “for all lawful use cases” without limitationDavid Sacks, the venture capitalist serving as the administration's AI and crypto czar, has accused Anthropic of supporting “woke AI” because of its stance on regulation.Our Big Data OverlordsMeta Begins $65 Million Election Push to Advance A.I. AgendaMark Zuckerberg faces jury in landmark trial over alleged youth harm linked to social mediaThe lawsuit, K.G.M. v. Meta Platforms, Inc., et al., was filed by a 20-year-old California woman identified by her initials. She alleges that Meta and other tech companies deliberately engineered their platforms to hook young users, contributing to her depression and suicidal thoughts, and seeks to hold them accountable.Regarding Instagram's enforcement efforts, plaintiffs asked whether Meta removed all 4 million under-13 users the company had identified on the platform in 2018. Zuckerberg responded that while the company did not remove all of them, it had implemented tools to detect and address underage accounts and was working to improve those systems.According to reports, Zuckerberg has not directly answered the central question of the case: whether Instagram is addictive. The plaintiff's attorney, Mark Lanier, asked if people tend to use something more if it's addictive. “I'm not sure what to say to that,” Zuckerberg said. “I don't think that applies here.”He said he believes in the “basic assumption” that “if something is valuable, people will use it more because it's useful to them.”When he was asked about his compensation, Zuckerberg said he has pledged to give “almost all” of his money to charity, focusing on scientific research. Lanier asked him how much money he has pledged to victims impacted by social media, to which Zuckerberg replied, “I disagree with the characterization of your question.”Zuckerberg's courthouse entourage showed up in Meta Ray-BansMeta Adding Facial Recognition to Its Smart Glasses That Identifies People in Real Time, Hoping the Public Is Too Distracted by Political Turmoil to Care MMApple sued by West Virginia for alleged failure to stop child sexual abuse material on iCloud, iOS devicesSpaceX said to weigh dual-class IPO shares to empower MuskMacron Blasts Social Media's Free Speech Defense as ‘Bullshit'The stupid (ESG edition)Goldman Sachs to Drop D.E.I. Criteria for Board Members MMThe move would be the Wall Street firm's latest retreat from diversity mandates that its chief executive, David Solomon, had once made a priority.The decision is a result of a deal that Goldman struck with the National Legal and Policy Center, a conservative nonprofit group that has been pressuring numerous companies to drop diversity, equity and inclusion mandates, the people said.As part of its agreement with Goldman, the National Legal and Policy Center, which has a small investment in the bank, withdrew a shareholder proposal demanding that diversity criteria for the board be dropped.In March 2019, Mr. Solomon, his top deputy John Waldron and the firm's chief financial officer at the time, Stephen M. Scherr, declared diversity and inclusion “a top priority.”“When we unite around a common goal, we make progress together,” the men wrote in an email to the staff. They said they would “improve each year” toward goals that included a new recruiting class comprising “50 percent women, 11 percent Black professionals and 14 percent Hispanic/Latino professionals in the Americas, and 9 percent Black professionals in the U.K.”The next year, Mr. Solomon said Goldman would no longer take a company public in the United States or Europe unless it had at least one “diverse” board member. By 2021, a company would need at least two diverse board members in order for Goldman to agree to work on its initial public offering.Inspire Investing CEO: Nike's DEI Is A Legal Liability, Shareholders Coming For AnswersNike's DEI fight is no longer just a social media "culture war" argument. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is investigating Nike over allegations the company's DEI practices discriminated against white employees and job applicants.Robert Netzly, CEO of Inspire Investing: "Discrimination, whether it's black people or white people, gay people or straight people, is discrimination."Robert Netzly is a globally recognized authority in the Biblically Responsible Investing (BRI) movement, author of the book "Biblically Responsible Investing: On Wall Street As It Is In Heaven." Robert holds a B.S. degree in Liberal Studies from an online university. This article was from OutKick, which aims to expose the destructive nature of "woke" activism and is the antidote to the mainstream sports media that often serves an elite, left-leaning minority instead of the American sports fan. OutKick is owned by Fox Sports' parent company Fox CorporationFederal agency sues Coca-Cola bottler over work event that excluded menA Coca-Cola distributor and bottler is being sued for alleged sexual discrimination over a corporate networking event that excluded men, announced the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, which filed the lawsuitAccording to the EEOC's lawsuit, in September 2024, Bedford, N.H.-headquartered Coca-Cola Northeast held a two-day employer-sponsored trip and networking event at the Mohegan Sun Casino and Resort in Connecticut. Coca-Cola Northeast privately invited female employees and then excused the female employees who attended the event from their normal work duties on Sept. 10 and 11, 2024, and paid them their normal salary or wages without requiring them to use vacation or other paid time off. Coca-Cola Northeast did not invite any male employees to the event.Trump revokes landmark ruling that greenhouse gases endanger public healthUS President Donald Trump has reversed a key Obama-era scientific ruling that underpins all federal actions on curbing planet-warming gases.The so-called 2009 "endangerment finding" concluded that a range of greenhouse gases were a threat to public health. It's become the legal bedrock of federal efforts to rein in emissions, especially in vehicles.Bill Maher Eviscerates Donald Trump Over ‘Biggest Dick Move in American History'The boring (ESG edition)Starbucks' investor group urges shareholders to replace directors over labor rowStarbucks faced fresh pressure on Wednesday from a coalition of investors including public-sector pension funds that urged shareholders ‌to vote against the reelection of two directors, citing persistent failure ‌to manage labor relations.The move against Starbucks' lead independent director, Jorgen Vig Knudstorp, and Beth ​Ford, chair of the board's Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, comes as the company is locked in a prolonged effort to reach a collective agreement with its unionized baristas.Companies are cycling through CEOs—and replacing them with first-timers MMSome 168 new CEOs were appointed in 2025, the highest total since 2010. The defining shift was who got the job. Among incoming CEOs, 84% were serving in their first enterprise CEO role, reversing a multi-year tilt toward leaders with prior public-company experience.As recently as 2024, more than one in five new CEOs had already led a public company. That share fell sharply in 2025. Of the 140 first-time CEOs appointed, 116 had no prior enterprise CEO experience. Two-thirds had never served on a public company board, meaning many are stepping into the role without prior exposure to shareholder oversight or public company governance.CEO hopefuls have a new rival for the top job: their own board directorsAppointing board directors as CEOs was once a “break glass in case of emergency” strategy reserved for scandal, illness, or sudden resignation. While it remains a minority path compared with traditional internal promotions, it is no longer an anomaly.New data from Spencer Stuart highlights the shift. Of the 168 new S&P 1500 chief executives appointed in 2025, the highest annual total since 2010, 19 were drawn from their own company boards, the most since 2020. Spencer Stuart classifies directors as outsiders because they lack day-to-day operating responsibility. Even so, more boards are turning to them.Wall Street banks are paying their CEOs like it's 2006 againMorgan Stanley CEO Ted Pick's pay rises 32% to $45mlnBank of America Lifts Moynihan's Pay 17% to $41 Million for 2025Barclays Ceo Pay Hike: Barclays lifts CEO Venkatakrishnan's pay to over £15 million as bonus pool risesCitigroup bumps CEO Jane Fraser's pay to record $59mBro Culture (The Epstein Edition)Thomas Pritzker, Named in Epstein Files, Retires as Hyatt Executive ChairmanTom Pritzker Retires as Executive Chairman of Hyatt After 22 Years of Service and Will Not Stand for Reelection to Board of DirectorsThe Board has appointed Mark S. Hoplamazian, Hyatt's President and Chief Executive Officer, to succeed Mr. Pritzker as Chairman of the Board“Tom's leadership has been instrumental in shaping Hyatt's strategy and long-term growth, and we thank him for his service and dedication to Hyatt,” said Richard Tuttle, Chair of the Board's Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. “The Board has engaged in thoughtful succession planning, and we are confident that Mark's deep knowledge of Hyatt's business, strong relationships with owners and colleagues, and proven track record as CEO of nearly two decades positions him well to serve as Chairman and continue driving Hyatt's long-term success.”In a letter to the Hyatt Hotels' Board of Directors, Tom Pritzker wrote, “My job and responsibility is to provide good stewardship. That is important to me. Good stewardship includes ensuring a proper transition at Hyatt. Following discussions with my fellow Board members, I have decided, after serving as Executive Chairman since 2004, and with the company in a strong position, that now is the right time for me to retire from Hyatt. Good stewardship also means protecting Hyatt, particularly in the context of my association with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, which I deeply regret. I exercised terrible judgment in maintaining contact with them, and there is no excuse for failing to distance myself sooner. I condemn the actions and the harm caused by Epstein and Maxwell, and I feel deep sorrow for the pain they inflicted on their victims.”Dubai's DP World replaces CEO after Epstein links emergeDubai's DP World announced Essa Kazim was the new chairman of its board of directors and Yuvraj Narayan was its new group chief executive officer, replacing Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem.Sulayem had been the CEO of Dubai's largest port operator since 2016 and chairman since 2007.DOJ records showed years of exchanges with Epstein, but Sulayem has not been accused of any criminal wrongdoing.Casey Wasserman to sell talent agency following Jefferey Epstein controversyCasey Wasserman has confirmed that he has started the process of selling his talent agency after it was uncovered that he had ties with Jefferey Epstein. The announcement comes as artists began to leave the agency after it was uncovered that the Wasserman CEO had extensive ties with Jeffrey Epstein and had sent flirtatious emails to Ghislaine Maxwell. Despite denying that he had any personal or business ties with either, Wasserman sent an apology to the 4,000 employees who work at his sports marketing and talent agency, confirming that he would be stepping down from the company. He said: “I'm deeply sorry that my past personal mistakes have caused you so much discomfort […] It's not fair to you, and it's not fair to the clients and partners we represent so vigorously and care so deeply about.”Former Victoria's Secret CEO Les Wexner testifies in House Epstein investigationThe billionaire behind the retail empire that once blanketed shopping malls with names such as Victoria's Secret and Abercrombie & Fitch told members of Congress on Wednesday that he was “duped by a world-class con man” — close financial adviser Jeffrey Epstein. Les Wexner also denied knowing about the late sex offender's crimes or participating in Epstein's abuse of girls and young women.“I was naive, foolish, and gullible to put any trust in Jeffrey Epstein. He was a con man. And while I was conned, I have done nothing wrong and have nothing to hide.”Wexner described himself to the lawmakers as a philanthropist, community builder and grandfather who always strove “to live my life in an ethical manner in line with my moral compass,” according to the statement.Top Goldman Sachs lawyer Kathy Ruemmler to resign over Epstein linksThe latest Justice Department release revealed a trove of communication between the two, including about potential jobs, her romantic life and gifts Epstein had given her. (She called him “sweetie” and “Uncle Jeffrey.”)Goldman's CEO David Solomon says he 'reluctantly' let top lawyer Kathy Ruemmler go after Epstein fallout MMKing Charles' brother Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconductWhite House Shrugs Off Lutnick's Epstein TiesCommerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has acknowledged traveling to Jeffrey Epstein's island and meeting him on another occasion.Elon's bro quits Burning Man board amid outrage over Epstein connectionBlowhard IndexSalesforce cofounder 'not OK' with Benioff's ICE crack: 'Marc made a very bad joke.'The comments occurred during a keynote address at the company's annual internal "Company Kickoff" (CKO) event in Las Vegas, sparking a significant backlash from employees and leadership alike.During the keynote, Benioff reportedly asked employees who had traveled to the event from outside the United States to stand up for recognition. Once they were standing, he made a "joke" to the effect of: "Thank you! Just so the ICE agents [in the building] know [who you are]."He reportedly made a follow-up "callback" later in the presentation, suggesting that ICE agents were also monitoring those who hadn't yet used a specific new Slackbot tool.And another joke about ICE surveilling employee travel: when there are literally employees afraid to travel for work due to current situationSalesforce famously promotes a culture of "Ohana" (family) and equality.Parker Harris (Cofounder): In a follow-up meeting, Harris reportedly called the jokes a "violation of the Code of Conduct" and even noted they could be considered a "fireable offense" for a typical employee.Rob Seaman (Slack GM): The head of the Salesforce-owned platform Slack sent a memo to staff stating he "cannot defend or explain" the jokes and that they did not align with his values.Salesforce employees call on CEO Benioff to cancel ICE ‘opportunities'Elon Musk says Anthropic's philosopher has no stake in the future because she doesn't have kidsPalantir, Which Is Powering ICE, Says Immigration Crackdown May Hurt Hiring MMFrom 10-K filed 2 days ago: “if we are not able to recruit, hire, or retain the talent we need because of increased regulation of immigration or work visas … it could be more difficult to staff our personnel on customer engagements and could increase our costs … Additionally, laws and regulations, such as restrictive immigration laws, may limit our ability to recruit outside of the United States ... If we fail to attract new personnel or to retain our current personnel, our business and operations could be harmed.”

Les Wexner, the 88-year-old billionaire founder and former CEO of L Brands — the retail empire that once included Victoria's Secret — sat for a closed-door deposition with the U.S. House Oversight and Reform Committee as part of the ongoing investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's network. During the session, Wexner denied any knowledge of Epstein's criminal activities, characterizing him as a “world-class con man” who deceived him and misused their relationship. Wexner acknowledged hiring Epstein in the late 1980s to manage his finances and giving him power of attorney, but insisted that their relationship ended around 2007 after he learned of Epstein's misconduct and alleged that Epstein stole from him. He also said he had only visited Epstein's private island once and maintained he had no involvement in or knowledge of Epstein's sex-trafficking crimes.Lawmakers on the committee, particularly House Democrats, were skeptical of Wexner's claims of ignorance and downplaying of their long association. They pointed to FBI and Justice Department files showing Wexner's name repeatedly in connection with Epstein and described him as a significant financial backer whose support helped Epstein gain wealth and connections. Some members of Congress also cited survivor allegations tying Wexner to locations where abuse occurred, and they challenged Wexner's assertions that he had no involvement or oversight of Epstein's activities. While the deposition offered Wexner a chance to address his role directly, it did not resolve lingering questions about the depth of his relationship with Epstein, and investigators continue to examine newly released documents and evidence.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

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022026 Scott Adams Show, Epstein, Board of Peace, Pizza Gate, Les Wexner Deposition

Brad offers his professional opinion on Wexner's congressional deposition & explains why Wexner is not guilty of being a co-conspirator of Epstein

Leslie Wexner, the retail magnate behind Victoria's Secret and Bath & Body Works, faced intense questioning from the US House Oversight Committee about his years-long relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Wexner insists he was "duped by a world-class con man" who stole millions, but a controversial 2008 note and accusations of being a "secondary co-conspirator" suggest a closer connection. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber has some of the biggest moments from Wexner's deposition.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code SIDEBAR at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/sidebarHOST:Jesse Weber: https://twitter.com/jessecordweberLAW&CRIME SIDEBAR PRODUCTION:YouTube Management - Bobby SzokeVideo Editing - Michael Deininger, Christina O'Shea, Alex Ciccarone, & Jay CruzScript Writing & Producing - Savannah Williamson & Juliana BattagliaGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrimeTwitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawandcrimeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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February 18, 2026; 6pm; MS NOW's Ari Melber reports on new testimony from billionaire Les Wexner in the House Epstein investigation. Plus, Ty Cobb, who served as a White House lawyer during Trump's first term, joins "The Beat" for a wide-ranging discussion. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's an Emmajority Report Thursday on the Majority Report:   On today's show:   Prince Andrew has been arrested following Epstein files revelations.   Rep. Robert Garcia (D-CA) holds a press conference after Les Wexner's closed door deposition probing his ties to Epstein. Rep. Garcia plainly states that there is Epstein traffic ring, island or private plane without the funding of billionaires like Wexner  .   Rep. Ted Lieu (D-CA) encourages the media to investigate the allegations made against Donald Trump in the Epstein files. Rep. Lieu also calls for the resignation of Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche over his illegal redactions of conspirator's names, the un-redaction of victims and his role in transferring Ghislaine Maxwell to a minimum-security prison.   Michael Edison Hayden, investigative journalist on far-right extremists and co-host of the Posting Through It Podcast, joins Emma to discuss his piece in Mother Jones on the far-right takeover of northern Idaho.   Itamar Ben-Gvir and his party are pushing for legislation allowing them to execute Palestinian political prisoners.   In the Fun Half:   Brandon Sutton and Matt Binder join the show.   We take a look at some of the "highlights" of the Board of Peace event in Washington D.C. Including Trump getting horned up and then falling asleep and JD Vance bombing a joke about AOC.   Trump signs executive order to increase carcinogenic herbicides and pesticides production in America. This puts RFK, Jr. in a lurch as his work to end glyphosate's use is his life's project.   all that and more   To connect and organize with your local ICE rapid response team visit ICERRT.com The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: SHOPIFY: Sign up for a $1/month at shopify.com/majority SUNSET LAKE: Use code FlowerPower to save 30% on all CBD smokables at SunsetLakeCBD.com  Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech On Instagram: @MrBryanVokey Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com

Billionaire businessman Lex Wexner sits for a closed-door deposition with Congress as part of the House Oversight Committee's investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Then, Meta's Mark Zuckerberg testifies in a landmark trial challenging big tech. Plus, major headlines on Trump's family crypto business have us asking once again is the White House for sale? On tonight's Nightcap: Philip Bump, John Della Volpe, Charles Coleman Jr, and Tim O'Brien join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today's Headlines: Billionaire retail mogul Les Wexner testified before Congress about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein — but instead of appearing on Capitol Hill, lawmakers traveled to his Ohio mansion, where the 88-year-old was deposed with family members present. Notably, no Republicans on the House Oversight Committee showed up. Wexner, who once granted Epstein power of attorney, said he was “naive, gullible, and foolish” and claimed he was conned, despite building a multibillion-dollar empire. It wasn't the only billionaire hot seat of the day. Mark Zuckerberg testified in a landmark trial against Meta over allegations the company knowingly made its platforms addictive and harmful to children. The case could influence more than 1,500 pending social media addiction lawsuits. Meanwhile, The New York Times reported Meta has set aside $65 million to back state-level politicians friendly to the AI industry through new super PACs in Illinois and Texas — timing that feels… strategic. In federal agency cleanup news, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration removed a webpage warning against bogus autism “treatments” like chlorine dioxide and raw camel milk, calling it routine housekeeping. On the foreign policy front, Donald Trump met with advisers to discuss Iran, as mixed signals emerge from nuclear talks in Geneva and two U.S. aircraft carriers sit in the Mediterranean. The administration also plans to withdraw roughly 1,000 U.S. troops from Syria over the next two months, though officials say the move is “conditions based.” Meanwhile, a potential U.S. arms sale to Taiwan is reportedly in limbo ahead of Trump's planned meeting with Xi Jinping in Beijing. Back home, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the city will resume clearing homeless encampments following at least 19 deaths during a recent cold snap, with outreach led by homeless services rather than police. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: AP News: Billionaire Les Wexner says he was 'duped' by adviser Jeffrey Epstein, 'a world-class con man' Axios: Zuckerberg testifies in landmark social media addiction trial NYT: Meta Begins $65 Million Election Push to Advance A.I. Agenda ProPublica: Chlorine Dioxide, Raw Camel Milk: The FDA No Longer Warns Against These and Other Ineffective Autism Treatments Axios: Trump meets with top Iran advisers as war threat grows WSJ: U.S. Is Withdrawing All Forces From Syria, Officials Say WSJ: U.S. Arms Sale to Taiwan in Limbo Amid Pressure Campaign From China AP News: Mamdani reboots homeless encampment sweeps in New York City Subscribe to the Betches News Room and join the Morning Announcements group chat. Go to: ⁠⁠⁠betchesnews.substack.com Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a detailed written statement submitted ahead of his closed-door deposition before the U.S. House Oversight Committee, billionaire Les Wexner said he was “pleased” for the chance to “set the record straight” about his long-standing financial and personal connection to the late Jeffrey Epstein. Wexner described Epstein as a “con man” and said he had been “naïve, foolish, and gullible” to trust him, but emphatically denied ever having any knowledge of or involvement in Epstein's criminal conduct. He reiterated that he cut all ties nearly two decades ago when he learned of Epstein's misconduct, asserted he had “done nothing wrong and have nothing to hide,” and called attention to the pain suffered by Epstein's survivors, expressing sympathy for their suffering.Wexner also portrayed himself as a family man, philanthropist, and longtime Ohio community leader, framing his statement around a desire to correct what he characterized as “outrageous untrue statements and hurtful rumor, innuendo, and speculation” about him. He stressed his long career building retail brands, his ethical values, and said that his relationship with Epstein ended after he discovered financial misconduct rather than criminal activity. Throughout the statement, he sought to distance himself from the most egregious aspects of the Epstein scandal while acknowledging the opportunity to cooperate with congressional inquiries.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Ohio billionaire Les Wexner issues statement ahead of deposition in Jeffrey Epstein investigation – WHIO TV 7 and WHIO Radio

University officials say they are considering all the facts, and they have a process to consider the requests to remove Wexner's name from the medical center, the arts center, and the football complex.

Les Wexner, the 88-year-old billionaire founder and former CEO of L Brands — the retail empire that once included Victoria's Secret — sat for a closed-door deposition with the U.S. House Oversight and Reform Committee as part of the ongoing investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's network. During the session, Wexner denied any knowledge of Epstein's criminal activities, characterizing him as a “world-class con man” who deceived him and misused their relationship. Wexner acknowledged hiring Epstein in the late 1980s to manage his finances and giving him power of attorney, but insisted that their relationship ended around 2007 after he learned of Epstein's misconduct and alleged that Epstein stole from him. He also said he had only visited Epstein's private island once and maintained he had no involvement in or knowledge of Epstein's sex-trafficking crimes.Lawmakers on the committee, particularly House Democrats, were skeptical of Wexner's claims of ignorance and downplaying of their long association. They pointed to FBI and Justice Department files showing Wexner's name repeatedly in connection with Epstein and described him as a significant financial backer whose support helped Epstein gain wealth and connections. Some members of Congress also cited survivor allegations tying Wexner to locations where abuse occurred, and they challenged Wexner's assertions that he had no involvement or oversight of Epstein's activities. While the deposition offered Wexner a chance to address his role directly, it did not resolve lingering questions about the depth of his relationship with Epstein, and investigators continue to examine newly released documents and evidence.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Once listed in a DOJ document as an unindicted co-conspirator, a look at what the former CEO of Victoria's Secret have to say to lawmakers today under oath about Jeffery Epstein.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Les Wexner faces Congress over Jeffrey Epstein ties while Democrats question his denials, the urgent search for Nancy Guthrie takes dramatic turns after Google admits limits in recovering key footage, and fears grow over a possible Iran conflict as the USS Gerald Ford and advanced fighter jets move toward the region. Plus the tragic cause of death for Pulp Fiction actor Peter Greene, new details about chef Anne Burrell's suicide note, Olympic drama including Snoop Dogg's declined credit card, women's hockey breakup rumors, and a surprising Winter Olympics condom shortage. Anthony also shares his thoughts on Olympic men's hockey and curling as the games heat up with off-ice chaos.#LesWexner #NancyGuthrie #IranGet more AoA and become a member to get exclusive access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOfx0OFE-uMTmJXGPpP7elQ/joinGet Erin C's book here: https://amzn.to/3ITDoO7Get Merch here - https://bit.ly/AnthonyMerchSubscribe to the Anthony On Air Podcast here:Facebook - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirFBYouTube - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirYTApple Podcast - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirAppleSpotify - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirSpotTwitter - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirTwitterInstagram - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirInstaTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@anthonyonairpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/78V469aV22Get more at https://www.AnthonyOnAir.com

Nicolle Wallace on the House Oversight Committee questioning billionaire businessman Les Wexner, who was personally and financially tied to Jeffrey Epstein for decades.For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewh For more from Nicolle, follow and download her podcast, “The Best People with Nicolle Wallace,” wherever you get your podcasts.To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dear Humans, Today we replayed the moment Trump tried to dodge Epstein questions from Kaitlan Collins by doing what he always does with a woman reporter: insults, sexism, and "why don't you smile." Then we watched her go on Colbert and explain the obvious: you don't "smile" while asking questions about survivors. Her calm response made his behavior look even worse. We also covered: Ted Lieu laying out what the law actually says about "party guys" and accountability Wexner doing the "I was duped" routine on the day he's being questioned Europe pushing forward with investigations while the U.S. keeps trying to stall They want you tired and quiet. Don't give them the Me-damned satisfaction. Love, God

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Senator Jon Husted, Republican Junior Senator from Ohio, joined us on the Guy Benson Show today to discuss the latest on the partial government shutdown that's effecting funding DHS. Benson and Husted also discussed the latest on the SAVE Act and a resurfaced clip of Sen. Minority Leader Chuck Schumer supporting the voter ID measures that he now so adamantly opposes. Sen. Husted also discussed the ongoing story regarding receiving donations from an Epstein friend and his decision to donate the funds, and you can listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Les Wexner

Questions surrounding Les Wexner have intensified as scrutiny continues over the depth and duration of his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Wexner granted Epstein sweeping financial authority in the 1990s, including power of attorney over vast portions of his fortune—an arrangement that remains one of the most extraordinary aspects of the Epstein saga. Critics argue that such access raises serious concerns about oversight, judgment, and what Wexner may have known about Epstein's conduct during the years he managed Wexner's assets and represented himself publicly as a financial adviser to billionaires. Although Wexner has maintained that Epstein misappropriated funds and betrayed his trust, skeptics question how Epstein was able to operate for so long within Wexner's inner circle without deeper awareness or warning signs.The renewed attention stems not only from Epstein's crimes but from broader questions about institutional complicity and elite insulation. Wexner was widely regarded as Epstein's most important early patron, providing legitimacy that helped Epstein embed himself in powerful social and financial networks. Civil lawsuits, document releases, and investigative reporting have kept focus on why Wexner severed ties only after public scandal erupted and whether internal safeguards failed. While Wexner has publicly expressed regret and distanced himself from Epstein following the financier's arrest, the scale of Epstein's access to his finances and properties continues to fuel demands for fuller transparency about what occurred during their decades-long association.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmal.comsource:Questions swirl over Ohio billionaire Les Wexner's ties to Jeffrey Epstein | Jeffrey Epstein | The Guardian

Questions surrounding Les Wexner have intensified as scrutiny continues over the depth and duration of his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Wexner granted Epstein sweeping financial authority in the 1990s, including power of attorney over vast portions of his fortune—an arrangement that remains one of the most extraordinary aspects of the Epstein saga. Critics argue that such access raises serious concerns about oversight, judgment, and what Wexner may have known about Epstein's conduct during the years he managed Wexner's assets and represented himself publicly as a financial adviser to billionaires. Although Wexner has maintained that Epstein misappropriated funds and betrayed his trust, skeptics question how Epstein was able to operate for so long within Wexner's inner circle without deeper awareness or warning signs.The renewed attention stems not only from Epstein's crimes but from broader questions about institutional complicity and elite insulation. Wexner was widely regarded as Epstein's most important early patron, providing legitimacy that helped Epstein embed himself in powerful social and financial networks. Civil lawsuits, document releases, and investigative reporting have kept focus on why Wexner severed ties only after public scandal erupted and whether internal safeguards failed. While Wexner has publicly expressed regret and distanced himself from Epstein following the financier's arrest, the scale of Epstein's access to his finances and properties continues to fuel demands for fuller transparency about what occurred during their decades-long association.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmal.comsource:Questions swirl over Ohio billionaire Les Wexner's ties to Jeffrey Epstein | Jeffrey Epstein | The Guardian

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