Norwegian businessman and politician, CEO of the World Economic Forum and former Norwegian foreign minister (2013-2017). DOJ-released EFTA files show Brende had several business dinners with Epstein and communicated via email and text message. The WEF launched an internal risk committee investigation on February 5, 2026 to clarify the nature of his dealings with Epstein. RESIGNATION: Resigned as WEF President/CEO on February 26, 2026 after DOJ files revealed three business dinners with Epstein between 2018 and 2019 plus email and text exchanges. The WEF conducted an independent review.
Brende stated he "deeply regrets" the association.
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Borge Brende is mentioned in documents or reporting related to the Epstein case. Being mentioned does not imply any wrongdoing, criminal conduct, or inappropriate behavior.
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About Borge Brende
Who is Borge Brende?
Norwegian businessman and politician, CEO of the World Economic Forum and former Norwegian foreign minister (2013-2017). DOJ-released EFTA files show Brende had several business dinners with Epstein and communicated via email and text message. The WEF launched an internal risk committee investigation on February 5, 2026 to clarify the nature of his dealings with Epstein. RESIGNATION: Resigned as WEF President/CEO on February 26, 2026 after DOJ files revealed three business dinners with Epstein between 2018 and 2019 plus email and text exchanges. The WEF conducted an independent review. Brende stated he "deeply regrets" the association.
What is Borge Brende's connection to Jeffrey Epstein?
Borge Brende appears in 108 case documents, 0 flight logs, and 0 emails from the Epstein investigation files.
Is Borge Brende in the Epstein files?
Yes. Borge Brende is referenced in 108 documents from the Epstein case files, including court filings, FBI reports, and DOJ releases.
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