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Former Barclays CEO Faces £1.8M Lawsuit Over Epstein Ties

3/13/2025

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Former Barclays CEO Jes Staley has revealed in court that he had a sexual relationship with a staff member of Jeffrey Epstein, insisting he was transparent about it. Now, he faces a hefty £1.8 million lawsuit from the Financial Conduct Authority for allegedly misrepresenting his connections to Epstein, maintaining that their bond was strictly professional.

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Former Barclays CEO Jes Staley has revealed in court that he had a sexual relationship with a staff member of Jeffrey Epstein, insisting he was transparent about it. Now, he faces a hefty £1.8 million lawsuit from the Financial Conduct Authority for allegedly misrepresenting his connections to Epstein, maintaining that their bond was strictly professional.