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FBI records released last year show that the bureau investigated a post on a forum dedicated to David Icke—the conspiracy theorist who popularized "lizard people"—that was "advocating that the masses kill Sheldon Adelson," a casino owner and Republican donor.
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FBI investigated a post advocating that the masses kill Sheldon Adelson
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The author
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News Article
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{
    "person": "Sheldon Adelson",
    "subject": "post advocating that the masses kill Sheldon Adelson",
    "organization": "FBI"
}
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Investigation
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a11782db-f55b-4653-ab2b-d189f6598152
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Created
February 16, 2026 at 6:31 AM (6 months ago)
Last Updated
February 16, 2026 at 6:31 AM (6 months ago)

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Epstein Files: FBI Tracked Down Anonymous 4chan Conspiracy Theorist
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https://reason.com/2026/02/11/epstein-files-fbi-tracked-down-anonymous-4chan-conspiracy-theorist

The FBI used subpoenas to identify 4chan users who posted about Jeffrey Epstein's death, including one who claimed insider knowledge and another who posted a body double conspiracy. The investigation aimed to control information leaks, but may have amplified conspiracy theories.

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