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Epstein Email Dump Triggers Norwegian Political Scandal

2/12/2026

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The release of three million emails from Jeffrey Epstein's files has sparked a Norwegian political scandal.
Crown Princess Mette-Marit expressed regret over her past friendship with Epstein.
Diplomats Mona Juul and Terje Rød-Larsen face investigations for alleged corruption linked to Epstein.
Rød-Larsen described Epstein as a "best friend" and resigned after revelations of a loan.
Former Prime Minister Thorbjørn Jagland is under investigation, and the fallout benefits the Progress party.

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Story summary

The release of three million emails from Jeffrey Epstein's files has sparked a Norwegian political scandal.
Crown Princess Mette-Marit expressed regret over her past friendship with Epstein.
Diplomats Mona Juul and Terje Rød-Larsen face investigations for alleged corruption linked to Epstein.
Rød-Larsen described Epstein as a "best friend" and resigned after revelations of a loan.
Former Prime Minister Thorbjørn Jagland is under investigation, and the fallout benefits the Progress party.