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The richest and most powerful man in Ohio, Les Wexner, was Deposed today… in the comfort of his own Home It was a closed-door deposition before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee (as part of their investigation into Jeffrey Epstein). The deposition took place at Wexner's home in New Albany, Ohio, and lasted about six hours.Republicans hold the majority in the House (and thus chair the committee), However, no Republican committee members were physically present at the deposition today. —— Chairman Comer was absent due to “previously scheduled major oral surgery.”—— Republican staff members were there to assist, but Democrats were only there.🔻 What Happened? - Wexner testified voluntarily in response to a subpoena, answered questions (without pleading the Fifth), and denied any knowledge of or participation in Epstein's crimes. - He described Epstein as a "world-class con man" who duped him, claimed he had no close personal friendship with Epstein, and said he visited Epstein's island only briefly with family and saw no wrongdoing.- A spokesperson for Wexner stated he "honestly answered every question" and reiterated no involvement in Epstein's illegal conduct.- The committee plans to release video and transcript soon.