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Branson Denies Ties to Epstein After Email Revelations

1/31/2026

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Branson Distances from Epstein

Richard Branson, the billionaire, distanced himself from Jeffrey Epstein after 2013 emails were released.
The emails show Branson recalling meetings with Epstein and giving public-relations advice.
Epstein had already pleaded guilty to procuring a minor for prostitution.
A Virgin Group spokesperson said Branson would not have engaged with Epstein if they had known his history.
The spokesperson clarified that Branson's reference to Epstein's "harem" referred to three adult associates.

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Epstein Manipulates Trump

Jeffrey Epstein asked Kenneth Starr to aid Michael Wolff in gathering damaging information on U.S. President Donald Trump.
Newly released documents show Epstein believed Wolff could leverage their relationship to intimidate Trump during the 2016 campaign.
Wolff suggested Epstein could create a debt from Trump, noting CNN might question their ties.
Epstein claimed Trump frequented his Palm Beach mansion but was not involved in illicit activities.

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Branson Distances from Epstein

Richard Branson, the billionaire, distanced himself from Jeffrey Epstein after 2013 emails were released.
The emails show Branson recalling meetings with Epstein and giving public-relations advice.
Epstein had already pleaded guilty to procuring a minor for prostitution.
A Virgin Group spokesperson said Branson would not have engaged with Epstein if they had known his history.
The spokesperson clarified that Branson's reference to Epstein's "harem" referred to three adult associates.

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