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Dr. Attia Faces Backlash After Epstein Document Revelations

2/2/2026

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Dr. Peter Attia, named a CBS News contributor, faces online backlash after Epstein documents reveal a long-term relationship and more than 1,700 mentions.
A January 2016 email shows Attia withdrawing from Epstein, prompting negative reactions online.
CBS News has not commented on Attia's status.
Bari Weiss, CBS's new editor-in-chief, has appointed other controversial health contributors.

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Story summary

Dr. Peter Attia, named a CBS News contributor, faces online backlash after Epstein documents reveal a long-term relationship and more than 1,700 mentions.
A January 2016 email shows Attia withdrawing from Epstein, prompting negative reactions online.
CBS News has not commented on Attia's status.
Bari Weiss, CBS's new editor-in-chief, has appointed other controversial health contributors.