Conservative Commentators Revive Theories Linking Disgraced Financier to Foreign Intelligence, Citing Ghislaine Maxwell's Family Ties.
NATIONAL — Speculation surrounding the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein took a dramatic turn this week as prominent conservative commentators openly debated the long-whispered theory that Epstein may have been an asset of a foreign intelligence agency, with particular focus placed on Israel's Mossad.
The discussion, featuring Charlie Kirk of Turning Point USA and host Megyn Kelly, gained significant attention after Kirk pointed directly to Epstein's close relationship with his former associate and convicted accomplice, Ghislaine Maxwell, as the central piece of evidence supporting the intelligence theory.
The Maxwell Connection
During the public forum, Mr. Kirk suggested that Epstein was likely tied to foreign intelligence, mentioning "MI6, Saudi… or Mossad," before settling on the latter. His reasoning hinges on the widely reported, though never officially confirmed, history of Ghislaine Maxwell’s father, the late British media magnate Robert Maxwell.
"I would guess Mossad," Kirk said, referencing Robert Maxwell's purported, decades-long ties to Israeli intelligence prior to his mysterious death in 1991. Given Ghislaine Maxwell's role as Epstein's confidante and recruiter, the theory suggests that the pattern of utilizing compromised individuals for blackmail or information-gathering continued through her and Epstein's network.
Unsubstantiated Claims Enter the Mainstream
This speculation is not new, but its recent airing on major conservative platforms signals its firm migration from fringe conspiracy theory to mainstream political discourse. Other commentators have also recently aired similar theories.
However, the claims remain entirely unsubstantiated by official reports:
- Official Investigations: To date, no credible U.S. government investigation by the FBI or the Department of Justice has presented evidence confirming that Epstein was working for a foreign intelligence agency. The Justice Department has consistently focused its efforts on prosecuting Epstein and Maxwell for their roles in a sex trafficking conspiracy.
- Official Denials: Former high-ranking Israeli officials have publicly and categorically denied any connection between Epstein and the Mossad.
The widespread nature of the theory is fueled not only by the nature of Epstein's shadowy connections to global elites but also by the mysterious circumstances surrounding his 2019 death and the perception that official inquiries have left many unanswered questions about the full extent of his criminal enterprise.
Despite the lack of official evidence, the prominence of the debate ensures that the question of Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged ties to espionage will continue to overshadow the convictions of his accomplices