10.02.2026 10:20
Following the publication of an article titled "Are Conspiracy Theories Exaggerated?" regarding the Epstein files in one of America's oldest magazines, The Atlantic, the emergence of a photo of the magazine's owner, billionaire Laurene Powell Jobs, alongside Epstein's associate Ghislaine Maxwell drew attention.
The Atlantic, one of America's long-established publications, published an article addressing the spread of speculation and conspiracy theories following the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files to the public. The magazine's owner, billionaire entrepreneur Laurene Powell Jobs, became a trending topic on social media after the publication of this article; the circulation of a photo of Powell with Epstein's former associate Ghislaine Maxwell sparked discussions.
In recent weeks, The Atlantic has featured news and analyses related to the Epstein files; in this context, it was discussed that a distinction should be made between conspiracy claims and facts. The magazine's homepage lists numerous articles on Jeffrey Epstein, reflecting the public debate brought about by the different perspectives resulting from the files' release.
THE PHOTO CAUSED A BIG STIR IN THE PUBLIC
While these discussions were ongoing, a photo shared on social media showing Powell with Ghislaine Maxwell drew public attention. It was claimed that the photo in question was from previous years and was based on images of Powell seen with Maxwell. However, details such as the original context of these visuals and the date they were taken became a topic of debate among wider circles; it was observed that this visual resurfaced after The Atlantic's analysis of the Epstein files.
MAJORITY SHAREHOLDER OF THE FAMOUS MAGAZINE
Laurene Powell Jobs is known as a technology and media investor and holds the position of majority shareholder of The Atlantic. Additionally, she plays an active role in media, education, and social change as the founder and president of an investment and philanthropic organization called Emerson Collective.
The content published by The Atlantic aims to discuss the difference between the many conspiracy theories that emerged during the transition of the files and society's quest for information. This discussion has particularly brought to the forefront the tension between traditional media and new media against the claims and visuals spread on social media.