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US Vice President JD Vance Sparks Controversy Over Epstein-Israel Intelligence Claims
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First reported by Now 14 · 17 hours ago
What happened
US Vice President JD Vance sparked controversy by publicly alleging Jeffrey Epstein had ties to Israeli intelligence without evidence, drawing sharp criticism from Jewish groups and Israeli officials. Vance admitted lacking proof but linked Epstein to Israeli "deep state" elements and criticized US authorities' handling of related disclosures.
- 01JD Vance claimed Jeffrey Epstein had ties to Israeli and US intelligence agencies without evidence.
- 02His remarks sparked strong criticism from US Jewish groups and Israeli officials.
- 03Critics warned Vance's claims bordered on antisemitic conspiracy theories.
- 04Vance linked Epstein to left-leaning Israeli "deep state" factions, not the political right.
- 05He also criticized US government communication on Epstein-related classified materials.
- 06Israeli leaders have previously denied any intelligence connections to Epstein.
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