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Les Wexner Says the FBI Never Called: What That Means for the Epstein Case
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- Jun 21, 2026
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Summary
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, pos…