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American Express Regrets Ties to Epstein, Faces Scrutiny

2/20/2026

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American Express expressed regret for having Jeffrey Epstein as a client after the U.S. Department of Justice released documents detailing his use of the company's travel agency for flights involving women and girls from Eastern Europe between 2012 and 2019.
An American Express spokesperson condemned abuse and emphasized the company's commitment to legal responsibilities.
The documents indicate Epstein's assistant, Lesley Groff, coordinated travel and consulted American Express about visas.
European officials, including Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, are investigating potential connections between Epstein and child abuse networks.

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American Express expressed regret for having Jeffrey Epstein as a client after the U.S. Department of Justice released documents detailing his use of the company's travel agency for flights involving women and girls from Eastern Europe between 2012 and 2019.
An American Express spokesperson condemned abuse and emphasized the company's commitment to legal responsibilities.
The documents indicate Epstein's assistant, Lesley Groff, coordinated travel and consulted American Express about visas.
European officials, including Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, are investigating potential connections between Epstein and child abuse networks.