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In 2003, the journalist was working on a profile of Jeffrey Epstein for Vanity Fair. The focus was set on Epstein’s relationships with two young sisters who alleged harm by him. Epstein had a reputation for promising young women career opportunities—modeling gigs or prestigious university admissions—leveraging his powerful connections to Wexner, MIT, Harvard, and other elite institutions. These predatory promises, coupled with his influence, made him seem untouchable.