Former CEO of Overstock.com, political activist, and cryptocurrency investor. Appears in the DOJ Epstein files through documented correspondence showing Epstein introduced him to Steve Bannon during 2018-2019 as part of Epstein's networking activities. Byrne is known for his controversial claim that the FBI directed his romantic relationship with convicted Russian agent Maria Butina, and for attending a December 2020 White House meeting with Sidney Powell and Michael Flynn where participants reportedly advocated for military seizure of voting machines. Named on the DOJ's February 2026 list of 305 politically exposed persons.
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Who is Patrick Byrne?
Former CEO of Overstock.com, political activist, and cryptocurrency investor. Appears in the DOJ Epstein files through documented correspondence showing Epstein introduced him to Steve Bannon during 2018-2019 as part of Epstein's networking activities. Byrne is known for his controversial claim that the FBI directed his romantic relationship with convicted Russian agent Maria Butina, and for attending a December 2020 White House meeting with Sidney Powell and Michael Flynn where participants reportedly advocated for military seizure of voting machines. Named on the DOJ's February 2026 list of 305 politically exposed persons.
What is Patrick Byrne's connection to Jeffrey Epstein?
Patrick Byrne appears in 137 case documents, 0 flight logs, and 0 emails from the Epstein investigation files.
Is Patrick Byrne in the Epstein files?
Yes. Patrick Byrne is referenced in 137 documents from the Epstein case files, including court filings, FBI reports, and DOJ releases.
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