Democrats probe Epstein's ties with foreign governments
Summary
A top Democrat in the House Judiciary Committee, Rep. Jamie Raskin, is investigating whether Jeffrey Epstein acted as an unregistered foreign agent. Epstein allegedly tried to influence U.S. policies by working with foreign governments and used past ties to President Donald Trump to gain leverage. Raskin is demanding government records about Epstein’s contacts with several countries.Key Facts
- Jeffrey Epstein may have acted as a foreign agent without registering with the U.S. government.
- Epstein tried to represent Saudi Arabia and advised leaders in Kuwait, Israel, and Russia.
- He offered himself as a “Financial Confidant” to the Saudi Crown Prince and had a close relationship with him.
- Epstein reportedly coached the Kuwaiti emir on how to deal with President Trump during a 2017 visit.
- He advised former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak on diplomacy involving the U.S., Russia, and the Middle East.
- Epstein gave advice on handling President Trump to Russian officials, including the late U.N. representative Vitaly Churkin.
- Rep. Raskin asked several government officials for records about Epstein’s dealings with 19 countries and whether any formal investigations under the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) were conducted.
- The White House said President Trump has been fully cleared of any wrongdoing related to Epstein.
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