US Lawmakers Propose Bill Targeting Banks Over Epstein Finances

Lawmakers unveiled a bill to hold Wall Street banks accountable for managing Jeffrey Epstein's finances.

Democratic lawmakers introduced legislation to hold major financial institutions accountable for facilitating Jeffrey Epstein's accounts. The move targets Wall Street executives over their connections to the late sex offender. The proposal arrives amid heightened political scrutiny on banking oversight.

• The legislationLawmakers introduced a measure targeting financial institutions with ties to the late sex offender.
• The political contextThe initiative coincides with Democratic efforts to regain congressional control ahead of upcoming elections.