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title: "Was the \"island\" also involved? Epstein files reveal shocking \"new Federal Reserve Chair nominee\""
description: "The latest publicly released Epstein files show that Trump's nominee for Federal Reserve Chairman, Waller, appeared on the guest lists of several high-end social events. The documents do not accuse hi"
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locale: "en"
url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/274379637.md"
published_at: "2026-01-31T07:17:52.000Z"
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# Was the "island" also involved? Epstein files reveal shocking "new Federal Reserve Chair nominee"

> The latest publicly released Epstein files show that Trump's nominee for Federal Reserve Chairman, Waller, appeared on the guest lists of several high-end social events. The documents do not accuse him of any illegal behavior, but the timing of the disclosure coincides closely with the nomination, raising public concern. For the market, the event itself is not a scandal, but it adds additional uncertainty surrounding the stability of Federal Reserve personnel and institutions

At a time when the personnel outlook of the Federal Reserve is already highly sensitive, an old list has stirred market nerves once again.

According to the latest publicly released Epstein-related documents by the U.S. government this Friday, **Kevin Warsh**, the next Federal Reserve chairman nominee by Trump, appears in multiple emails and guest lists related to Epstein's social activities.

This disclosure occurred on **the same day Trump officially nominated Warsh**, adding new political and public opinion variables to what was originally an appointment leaning towards institutional and policy aspects.

## List Details: No Allegations, but Involved in High-End Social Circles

The public documents show that Warsh's name appeared on a guest list attached to an email with the subject "St. Barth’s Christmas 2010," alongside figures such as Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich and director Brett Ratner, who later became infamous due to sexual assault allegations.

Additionally, Warsh was listed as one of the attendees at a private dinner hosted by **British aristocrat William Astor**.

The documents do not accuse Warsh of participating in any illegal activities, nor do they indicate any direct business dealings with Epstein.

## Sensitive Timing of the Nomination

The timing of this disclosure further amplifies the market impact of the event.

On the same day, Trump announced the nomination of Warsh, which is seen as a **relatively "traditional, establishment" choice, especially against the backdrop of Trump’s repeated public pressure for significant interest rate cuts.**

**Warsh has been known for his cautious stance on inflation** during his previous tenure, but in recent months has signaled an openness to lower interest rates.

For this reason, the market originally interpreted this nomination as a **strategic compromise** by Trump on monetary policy.

## Familiar "Circle Relationships" on Wall Street

From a background perspective, Warsh's name appearing in the Epstein documents did not surprise some Wall Street figures.

His wife, Jane Lauder, is one of the heirs of the Estée Lauder family, and her father, Ronald Lauder, is a significant donor to the Republican Party. This background has kept Warsh active in **social circles where the global ultra-high-net-worth individuals intersect with political elites**.

It is this very circle that has constituted the social foundation for Epstein's operations over the years.

## Market Focus: Not a Scandal, but Institutional Risk

It should be noted that **the documents themselves do not constitute an accusation against Warsh**. However, for the market, the more important question is:

-   Will the nomination of the Federal Reserve Chairman be dragged into political controversy?
    
-   Will the congressional review process become more complicated as a result?
    
-   Will the future impact of the Trump administration on central bank independence be repriced?
    

At this highly sensitive stage of global interest rate paths, any uncertainty surrounding the Federal Reserve's leadership will be quickly amplified by the market

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