Ohio Nurses Association Calls for Removal of Les Wexner's Name from Ohio State Buildings

The association cites a newly unredacted FBI document listing Wexner as a 'co-conspirator' in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The Ohio Nurses Association (ONA) has sent a letter to Ohio State University leaders calling for the removal of billionaire Les Wexner's name from campus buildings. The request comes after a newly unredacted 2019 FBI document listed Wexner with the word 'co-conspirator' next to his name in connection with the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. ONA President Rick Lucas said it's important for the association to take a 'firm stand' and ensure the hospital is 'safe' for patients.

Why it matters

The Wexner name is prominently featured on several Ohio State medical facilities, including the Wexner Medical Center. The ONA's call for the removal of Wexner's name reflects growing concerns about his alleged ties to the Epstein scandal and the desire to distance the university's medical facilities from any potential controversy.

The details

In a letter to university leaders, the ONA cited a newly unredacted 2019 FBI document that listed Wexner with the word 'co-conspirator' next to his name in connection with the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. ONA President Rick Lucas said it's important for the association to take a 'firm stand' and ensure the hospital is 'safe' for patients. Wexner, who has never been charged with a crime related to Epstein, has denied any knowledge of or involvement in Epstein's crimes, stating that he was 'naïve, foolish, and gullible' to put any trust in Epstein.

  • On February 19, 2026, the ONA sent a letter to Ohio State University leaders calling for the removal of Les Wexner's name from campus buildings.
  • On Wednesday, February 19, 2026, the 88-year-old Ohio billionaire was deposed by the U.S. House Oversight and Government Reform Committee in connection with the committee's investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

The players

Ohio Nurses Association (ONA)

The professional association representing registered nurses in Ohio, which is calling for the removal of Les Wexner's name from Ohio State University buildings.

Les Wexner

An 88-year-old Ohio billionaire and the retired founder of L Brands, who was listed as a 'co-conspirator' in a newly unredacted 2019 FBI document related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.

Ohio State University

The university that has several buildings and facilities named after Les Wexner, including the Wexner Medical Center.

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