Event Brief
Bannon Maintained Ties with Epstein Despite Controversy
Filed: Feb 16, 2026 at 10:04 AM ET
Summary: Steve Bannon's texts reveal a close relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, aimed at gaining insights from the accused sex trafficker.
WHO: Steve Bannon, Jeffrey Epstein
WHAT: Bannon's relationship with Epstein
WHEN: Feb 16, 2026 at 9:46 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: To get Epstein to open up
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