Leaked correspondence from files related to Jeffrey Eps-tein indicates that in 2014, Landon Thomas Jr., who was serving as a board member of Robert College in Istanbul, contacted Epstein to seek advice on fundraising. In the email, Thomas discussed concerns about what he described as the growing influence of conservative Islam in Türkiye’s education system. He also referenced the role of elite Western-backed educational institutions.

The correspondence included references to potential donors and philanthropic organizations. Among those mentioned were major philanthropies linked to figures such as Bill Gates. The communication focused on fundraising strategies and institutional support.

The emails form part of leaked materials connected to Eps-tein. The exchange documents communication between Thomas and Eps-tein regarding fundraising discussions and references to developments within Türkiye’s educational and political environment.