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Apollo Global Management Faces Scrutiny Over Epstein Connections Again

KVIA•Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00 PM•CNN Newsource

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Apollo Global Management is under renewed scrutiny following the release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, revealing that current CEO Marc Rowan met with Epstein multiple times after his 2008 guilty plea. This has raised concerns about the firm's transparency, especially as two major teachers' unions, which have invested $27.5 billion in Apollo, have called for an SEC investigation into the firm's disclosures regarding Epstein. Apollo has defended itself, stating that there is 'nothing new' in the documents and denying any business or personal relationship between Rowan and Epstein. The ongoing fallout from these revelations has already led to resignations of several high-profile business leaders, highlighting the potential reputational risks for firms connected to Epstein.

Key Details: • Teachers' unions have urged the SEC to investigate Apollo's disclosures. • Apollo manages nearly $1 trillion in assets and has faced scrutiny since 2021. • The unions claim Apollo's previous statements about Epstein were misleading. • Marc Rowan communicated with Epstein about corporate tax strategies in 2016.

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Marc RowanLeon BlackApollo Global ManagementJames ZelterAmerican Federation of TeachersAmerican Association of University ProfessorsSecurities and Exchange CommissionDechert LLP

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