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In a truly shocking turn of events, it appears there are some who believe that the Walt Disney Company is not only going down a dangerous path with its so-called “woke agenda,” but the company is also encouraging pedophilia through a former relationship with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.
A video that gained traction across various social media platforms has reignited a rumor that initially surfaced online last year, suggesting that Disney may have had multiple questionable ties to the notorious financier, Jeffrey Epstein.
The resurgence of this rumor has once again brought to light the potential associations between the entertainment giant and the controversial figure, sparking renewed interest and scrutiny into their alleged connections.
This ongoing speculation has continued to pique the curiosity of online communities, with many delving deeper into the intricate web of relationships between Epstein and notable organizations like Disney.
According to a video making the rounds online, Disney reportedly “sent children to Jeffrey Epstein’s island under the guise of snorkeling.”
Not only this, the video argued that Disney Cruise Line itineraries often made stops at the island—Little St. James Island—with various parties asserting that they have proof this is true.
In addition, a user on X reshared the video adding some hard-hitting questions: “Why do so many kids disappear in Disney World? Why does Disney groom your children through propaganda movies and cartoons? Disney is the definition of child sex trafficking.”
Disney sent children to Epstein Island under the guise of snorkeling.
Why do so many kids disappear in Disney World?
Why does Disney groom your children through propaganda movies and cartoons?
Disney is the definition of child sex trafficking. pic.twitter.com/WYYTa5A6EM
— 🗡️🛡️Sir Rickster🛡️🗡️ (@Rickster_75) March 27, 2024
There’s a few things that are important to make clear right off the bat with these claims. Number one, as reiterated by Newsweek as well, there are no credible sources that have actually proven without doubt that Disney is intrinsically linked with Jeffrey Epstein.
So far, the only real proof we have of a Disney-Epstein connection is the latter’s use of Disney Princess codenames to reference little girls he was trafficking. It’s a vile connection to be sure, however, it holds Epstein more responsible, and Disney has made clear they were uninvolved in this development.
Disney literally flew kids to Epstein island. Wouldn't you think they'd sue for defamation? Or is that bad publicity? https://t.co/iuLmfMaaXg
— Stoneyyy98 (@Tercero_98) March 26, 2024
On the subject of the snorkeling claims, Disney released an official statement addressing their alleged connection to it, too.
Disney wrote in a statement, “The island, as well as another location, were included in the description of a third-party tour so that participants could identify the areas where snorkeling would be available. The tour had no connection to the island itself and Disney has never had plans involving the island.”
At this moment, these allegations remain just that: unconfirmed assertions from folks who are not happy with the Walt Disney Company at present. However, this doesn’t in fact mean that the Mouse House is involved in encouraging illegal activities and pedophilia.
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