" #Epstein offered #Bannon the same things he extended to many powerful confidantes: strategic advice, connections to the highest levels of government and business, and access to his vast wealth. He appeared increasingly invested in Bannon’s success even as he recognized his own history — Epstein pleaded guilty in 2008 to two state prostitution charges, one involving a child — could complicate their cause.
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Bannon, for his part, appeared eager to capitalize on the relationship despite Epstein’s criminal past. He regularly shared headlines from his efforts abroad and tapped into Epstein’s extensive network. At one point, he asked Epstein: “Do u know anyone in Europe that wants to control the European Parliament and with it the EU.”

https://edition.cnn.com/2026/02/09/politics/steve-bannon-jeffrey-epstein-global-populism