Baltimore Orioles Owner Named in Epstein Files

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David Rubenstein, the owner of the Baltimore Orioles and founder of The Carlyle Group, is named in the Jeffrey Epstein files. However, Rubenstein is not accused of any wrongdoing. Emails show Rubenstein intended to meet Epstein for dinner in November 2012, but the meeting did not actually take place.

Why it matters

The release of the Epstein files has led to increased scrutiny of the wealthy and powerful individuals who had connections to the convicted sex offender. While Rubenstein is not accused of any wrongdoing, his name being included in the files raises questions about the extent of Epstein's network and the level of access he had to prominent figures.

The details

Emails show that Rubenstein, the owner of the Baltimore Orioles and founder of The Carlyle Group, intended to meet Epstein for dinner in November 2012. However, it appears the meeting did not actually take place. Rubenstein's office has been contacted for comment, but no response has been provided yet.

• Emails show Rubenstein intended to meet Epstein for dinner in November 2012.

What’s next

Rubenstein's office has been contacted for comment, and it remains to be seen if he will provide any further details or clarification about his connection to Epstein.