JPMorgan's Jes Staley Loses Appeal Over Epstein Ban
Source: Ex-Barclays CEO Jes Staley Loses Appeal Over Jeffrey Epstein Ban (2025-06-27)
JPMorgan Chase's former CEO Jes Staley has lost his legal appeal against a ban from the bank related to his connections with Jeffrey Epstein. The bank had imposed restrictions on Staley following his previous disclosures about his relationship with Epstein, which became a point of scrutiny amid ongoing investigations and legal proceedings. The appellate court upheld JPMorgan's decision, citing concerns over risk management and reputational harm. Staley argued that the ban was unjustified and hindered his ability to work, but the court maintained that the bank's measures were appropriate given the circumstances surrounding Epstein's criminal activities and the bank's efforts to protect its interests.