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Democrats probe Epstein's alleged unregistered foreign agent activities

Democratic Representative Jamie Raskin is investigating Jeffrey Epstein's potential role as an unregistered foreign agent, seeking records from government officials. The inquiry suggests Epstein may have acted as an emissary for Saudi Arabia and advised leaders in Kuwait, Israel, and Russia, attempting to influence the Trump administration. Raskin's letter highlights Epstein's communications with foreign entities and his apparent attempts to represent their interests, raising national security concerns. AI

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Avery Lotz ·

    Democrats probe Epstein's ties with foreign governments

    <p>Convicted sex offender <a href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/epstein-files" target="_blank">Jeffrey Epstein</a> may have acted as an unregistered foreign agent — and tried to leverage his past relationship with <a href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-tru…