Memo Reveals Tony Blair Was Encouraged to Meet Jeffrey Epstein by Bill Clinton
LONDON – A newly surfaced memo indicates that Tony Blair was urged to meet convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein while serving as Prime Minister, raising further questions about the connections between Epstein and prominent political figures. The document, dated 2000, details a suggestion from Bill Clinton that Blair engage with Epstein, citing potential value in discussions about science and international economic trends.
The memo, circulated within Blair’s office and sent to key advisors including Jonathan Powell and Geoffrey Norris, describes Epstein as “very rich and close to the Duke of York.” It relays a message from Peter Mandelson, stating that Clinton believed a conversation with Epstein would be “worthwhile” regarding “science” and “international economic and monetary trends.” The revelation adds to a growing body of evidence illustrating Epstein’s extensive network of powerful contacts.
According to the memo, Epstein was characterized by an associate as a “financial adviser to the super-rich and a property developer.” The document highlights Epstein’s proximity to both Clinton and mandelson, suggesting a deliberate effort to facilitate an introduction with the British Prime Minister. Rycroft, the author of the memo, simply notes Epstein’s wealth and connection to Prince Andrew, the Duke of York.
The memo’s emergence comes amid renewed scrutiny of Epstein’s activities and the individuals who associated with him, following his 2008 conviction for sex offenses and subsequent death in jail in 2019. It underscores the extent to which Epstein cultivated relationships with global leaders and raises questions about due diligence and awareness of his criminal behavior at the time.
