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The Daily Beast published a new column titled "What Epstein Revealed About Vladimir Putin Behind Closed Doors" by author Michael Wolff. The reporting is credited to Annabella Rosciglione and was dated June 29, 2026 at 3:47 PM EDT.
Epstein's Predictive Ability
In the article, Wolff recalled several instances in which Jeffrey Epstein appeared to predict future political events before they occurred. The author likened Epstein to a "mobster." According to Wolff, there was a sense of knowingness and deep cynicism regarding important people who allegedly spoke with him.
- Wolff wrote that the suggestion existed that Epstein had politicians in his pocket and always talking to him.
- The text noted law enforcement officials were also among those alleged to have spoken with Epstein.
- Bankers are reported by Wolff as having been part of this group of individuals who allegedly communicated with Epstein.
Wolff stated there was a constant sprinkling of extraordinary but otherwise casually revealed information provided by Epstein. The author noted that the disgraced financier oftentimes knew what was coming in geopolitics before it happened, according to Wolff's recollection.
Predictions Regarding Vladimir Putin
Wolff said Epstein had an ability to predict political events before they happened. In one instance cited by the author, Epstein predicted Russian leader Vladimir Putin's moves before they came to light.
- The article states that months before it occurred, Epstein was predicting the invasion of Crimea.
- According to Wolff, this prediction regarding Crimea took place years prior in other instances as well.
Sideline Commentary
The Daily Beast text notes that Jeffrey Epstein provided sideline commentary on Vladimir Putin's sex life alongside his geopolitical predictions. These comments were made by the financier while discussing Russia's sweep into Ukraine, according to Wolff's writing.