House Oversight Committee Questions Les Wexner
The House Oversight Committee is set to question billionaire Les Wexner on Wednesday, in connection with his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, as revealed in a 2019 FBI document.
This marks a shift in the investigation, as committee staff and some members will visit Ohio to conduct the deposition, rather than holding it in Washington.
A representative for Wexner chose not to comment on the process or whether he might plead the Fifth Amendment to avoid answering questions.
Should Wexner choose to cooperate, he could provide crucial insights into Epstein’s accumulation of wealth. Epstein, who died in a Manhattan prison in 2019, was a significant figure in Wexner’s financial dealings, having even held power of attorney over his assets.
The 88-year-old Wexner, founder of L Brands—previously known as The Limited—has overseen major brands like Victoria’s Secret and Bath & Body Works. He initially became involved with Epstein as a financial advisor, later selling him a Manhattan townhouse that authorities allege was a site of abuse.
While Wexner has not faced any criminal charges related to Epstein’s crimes, he did sever ties with Epstein long ago, specifically after investigations into Epstein’s behavior began around 2002. In a letter from 2019, Wexner described a sense of betrayal, stating that Epstein had misused funds belonging to him and his family. He expressed how shocking the revelations were, although he noted that they pale in comparison to the more serious allegations against Epstein.
Interestingly, Wexner is the fourth individual to testify before the House Oversight Committee regarding Epstein. Chairman James Comer has previously conducted hearings with key figures like former Attorney General Bill Barr and ex-Labor Secretary Alex Acosta, who were involved in Epstein’s earlier legal issues.
All eyes will be on Wexner to see what he chooses to reveal, considering his significant past connections to Epstein.
