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Bank of America Settles Epstein Abuse Claims | Bend News

Bank of America just agreed to a $72 million settlement with women who allege the bank enabled Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse — a move that, despite their denials, signals accountability for past ties to Epstein’s network. The deal follows similar settlements with JPMorgan and Deutsche Bank, though one against BNY Mellon was dismissed. Key figures like Leon Black, who paid Epstein $150 million for estate advice, now admit it was a mistake. While the bank claims it only offered standard services and didn’t knowingly aid trafficking, victims’ lawyers see this as crucial progress toward justice — even…

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