"There were Nobel laureates and acclaimed authors. Pioneers of science and medicine. At least one was a college president. High-profile academics spun in Jeffrey Epstein's orbit for years, even after he was convicted of sex crimes. Now, facing backlash, many say they were driven by a single factor: Epstein's wealth. A new trove of documents released by the Justice Department reveals Epstein's reach into academia was deeper than previously known."
"Some sent him gifts and visited him in New York and Florida. Several offered sympathy as he faced fallout from his crimes. New scrutiny is landing on numerous academics whose emails surfaced among the files, revealing conversations that covered topics from scientific studies to sex and romance. At least one scholar has resigned over new revelations, and Yale University pulled another from teaching while it reviews his conduct."
Jeffrey Epstein developed extensive ties with prominent academics, maintaining relationships that included funding, gifts, visits, and frequent personal communications. DOJ-released documents show dozens of researchers exchanged chummy emails and sought his financial support for projects. Some academics offered sympathy and continued contact after Epstein's conviction for sex crimes; at least one scholar resigned and another was removed from teaching pending review. Professors cited Epstein's wealth and the competitive need for private donations to support jobs, students, and research. The revelations have prompted renewed scrutiny of donor influence, research ethics, and the dependence of universities on wealthy benefactors.
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