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World News • 2026-05-02 20:09

Bard College President Leon Botstein Announces Retirement Amid Epstein Probe

Leon Botstein, the long‑time president of Bard College in New York, said he will step down after months of scrutiny over his relationship with the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. NPR notes that the announcement follows internal reviews and pressure from donors, and includes a photo of Botstein speaking at a 2013 commencement ceremony.

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