Science reporter alleges Lawrence Krauss received $100K from Jeffrey Epstein and defended him despite abuse allegations

Science reporter alleges Lawrence Krauss received $100K from Jeffrey Epstein and defended him despite abuse allegations The passage links a high-profile scientist and public intellectual to Jeffrey Epstein’s funding and suggests possible complicity or defense of a convicted sex offender. It provides specific amounts, dates, and quotes that could be pursued for financial records and interview follow‑up, but the claims are largely anecdotal and lack direct documentary evidence, limiting immediate impact. Key insights: Krauss received a $100,000 pledge from Epstein’s private foundation in 2014 for the Origins Project.; Krauss publicly defended Epstein in interviews and blog comments despite Epstein’s 2008 conviction.; BuzzFeed reporter Peter Aldhous references blog posts alleging assault incidents involving Krauss.