Chapter 1: The Apex of Power — Introducing the Wexner Triangle
SEX TRAFFICKING
In the world of wealth and influence, few names stand as tall and as shadowy as Leslie “Les” Wexner. Once hailed as the retail titan behind L Brands, the empire that built Victoria’s Secret and Bath & Body Works, Wexner’s public image was that of a savvy businessman and philanthropist. But behind the polished veneer lies a darker, far more intricate story
This story is the first chapter of the Wexner Triangle, a complex nexus of power, privilege, and predation connecting Wexner, Jeffrey Epstein, and the lightly talked about former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch Michael Jeffries. Together, their interwoven lives expose a disturbing pattern of exploitation concealed beneath a glittering facade.
The Man at the Apex: Les Wexner
Les Wexner’s rise to retail royalty was meteoric. Building a billion-dollar empire from a small Ohio-based apparel store, his business acumen reshaped American consumer culture. Yet, his personal connections soon drew far more scrutiny than his boardroom successes.
Wexner’s deep relationship with Jeffrey Epstein began in the mid-1990s, a friendship cloaked in secrecy that would later spark investigations and public outrage. Epstein, a convicted sex offender, was reportedly Wexner’s financial manager and personal confidant for years. But what did this relationship really entail? How much did Wexner know about Epstein’s darker dealings?
The Shadow Broker: Jeffrey Epstein
Epstein’s name became publicly known when allegations of sex trafficking and abuse surfaced. His powerful network consisted of politicians, celebrities, and business magnates.
Epstein’s ties to Wexner were not only financial but also personal. Epstein managed Wexner’s vast fortune, acquired properties under his name, and controlled access to some of the billionaire’s most prized assets. Was Epstein merely a financial advisor, or did his influence extend far deeper?
The Hidden Link: Michael Jeffries
Less publicly known, Michael Jeffries emerges as a critical third point in the triangle. Allegedly involved in his own network of abuse, Jeffries operated parallel to Epstein’s trafficking rings but with a focus on young boys. This dark symmetry suggests a coordinated and systemic operation, implicating not just individuals but entire power structures.
Patterns of Exploitation
Victims and witnesses tell stories of recruitment, grooming, and control, revealing how the triangle’s players maintained their grip on the vulnerable. From lavish parties to private island retreats, the tactics were designed to silence and manipulate.
What Lies Ahead
This series will unpack the Wexner Triangle piece by piece, pulling back the curtain on a disturbing intersection of wealth, influence, and criminality. We will explore the timelines, testimonies, financial trails, and hidden connections that threaten to expose the true scale of this web.