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Congressional Investigation Report Criticizes Financial Institutions Regarding Epstein Case

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A recent congressional report investigating the Jeffrey Epstein case has accused several financial institutions, including American Express, of failing to properly identify and report suspicious transactions related to human trafficking.

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