Epstein

Based on the provided articles, "Epstein" is associated with a scandal that is currently impacting US President Donald Trump. The articles do not explicitly state who Epstein is or what the scandal entails, but they strongly imply a connection between the scandal and the recent firing of Attorney General Pam Bondi. Several articles mention that Bondi's handling of the "Epstein files" was a factor in her dismissal. Furthermore, one article suggests that the escalating tensions between the US and Iran are being portrayed by Iranian state media as a deliberate distraction from the Epstein scandal. The scandal's relevance lies in its potential to influence US politics and foreign policy, particularly concerning the Trump administration and its relationship with Iran. The investigation into Columbia University and Robert Hadden is unrelated but included in the provided articles.