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Ohio State Will Not Remove Wexner Name From Buildings Over Epstein Ties

Hundreds complained about Les Wexner’s ties to the convicted sex offender. But O.S.U. officials said he was not charged with wrongdoing and his name would remain.

Covered by 2 sources from 2 countries. First reported by The New York Times ·

How 2 newspapers cover this story

  1. The New York TimesUnited StatesFirst report

    Ohio State Will Not Remove Wexner Name From Buildings Over Epstein Ties

    Hundreds complained about Les Wexner’s ties to the convicted sex offender. But O.S.U. officials said he was not charged with wrongdoing and his name would remain.

  2. The IndependentUnited Kingdom

    Wexner name to remain on Ohio State buildings despite Epstein-driven protests

    Retail magnate Les Wexner’s name won't be removed from several Ohio State University buildings after hundreds of complaints were lodged over his close association with the late sexual predator Jeffrey Epstein

Coverage details

2 outlets from 2 countries are covering this story: The New York Times and The Independent. The New York Times published it first, on November 6, 2026; the last outlet to join was The Independent, one hour later.

Key names in the coverage: Les Wexner, Ohio State University and Jeffrey Epstein.

By country: United States (1), United Kingdom (1).

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