The Vault: The Epstein Files Mega Edition: Jes Staley And His Deep Financial Ties To Jeffrey Epstein (3/12/26)
Mar 13, 2026
A deep dive into allegations linking a major banker to Jeffrey Epstein through emails, visits, and ongoing contact. Legal battles over who bears responsibility for alleged misconduct at big banks take center stage. Regulators’ findings and potential fines raise questions about integrity in finance. Broader debates about institutional accountability and survivor compensation are also explored.
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Wall Street Prioritized Profits Over Epstein Red Flags
- The financial sector actively enabled Jeffrey Epstein by prioritizing profit over red flags and due diligence.
- Bobby Capucci points to JPMorgan and other institutions ignoring obvious warnings for 15 years to keep Epstein as a lucrative client.
Staley Maintained Contact After Epstein Conviction
- Jes Staley continued contact with Epstein after Epstein's 2008 conviction and reportedly visited him during work release.
- The bank disputed a prison visit, saying Epstein visited Staley at his office during Epstein's work release period.
FCA Found Staley Misled Regulators
- The UK Financial Conduct Authority concluded Jes Staley gave misleading statements about his Epstein relationship and plans a £1.8M fine and ban.
- The FCA found emails showing Staley called Epstein a "deepest and most cherished friend" while denying close ties to regulators and Barclays.