Ohio billionaire Les Wexner faced hours of questioning from House Oversight Democrats about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein and interactions involving President Donald Trump. Wexner denied knowledge of Epstein’s crimes.
Inside the Les Wexner Deposition: What He Told Congress About Epstein
Ohio billionaire Les Wexner was questioned for hours Wednesday by members of the U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform about his past relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein — as well as his interactions involving President Donald Trump.
The six-hour deposition took place at Wexner’s estate in New Albany, near property where Epstein once lived. Details of the questioning were provided by a person familiar with the proceedings.
In a statement afterward, a spokesperson for Wexner said he “honestly answered every question” and again denied any knowledge of or participation in Epstein’s illegal conduct.
Questions on Epstein and Trump
According to a source familiar with the deposition, lawmakers asked Wexner how he met Epstein, how close their relationship was, and whether Epstein ever introduced him to women for sexual purposes. Wexner testified that he met Epstein through a mutual friend, did not consider him a close friend, and visited Epstein’s properties only once each in New Mexico, Florida, and on his private island.
Wexner also testified that he met Trump at Victoria’s Secret fashion shows but never attended social gatherings involving both Trump and Epstein. He said he did not consider Trump and Epstein to be friends and was unaware of Trump having any sexual relationships involving individuals introduced by Epstein.
Lawmakers also asked whether Wexner and Epstein had a sexual relationship. Wexner denied that allegation, stating in written testimony that he was in a committed relationship with his wife, Abigail.
Democratic Lawmakers Express Doubt
Some Democratic members of the committee publicly questioned Wexner’s credibility following the deposition.
Rep. Stephen Lynch (D-Massachusetts) described Wexner as a “competent witness” but said he did not believe all of his testimony.
House Oversight Ranking Member Robert Garcia said it was difficult to accept Wexner’s claim that he did not understand the scope of Epstein’s activities. Garcia argued that Epstein’s wealth and influence were closely tied to his association with Wexner.
Wexner, who maintained a business and personal relationship with Epstein from the 1980s until 2007, has long said he was misled by Epstein and was unaware of his criminal conduct. He has never been charged in connection with Epstein’s crimes.
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