Who is Mickey Bergman in the Epstein files?

Mickey Bergman is a prominent hostage negotiator who served as Vice President of the Richardson Center for Global Engagement under former New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson. In the Epstein documents, he appears in email correspondence from 2016-2017 coordinating meetings and potential donations between Richardson and Epstein, acting in his professional capacity as Richardson's deputy.

What was Mickey Bergman's connection to Jeffrey Epstein?

Bergman had no direct personal connection to Epstein. His appearances in the documents show him facilitating professional contact between his boss, Governor Richardson, and Epstein regarding potential financial support for the Richardson Center's diplomatic work. The emails show Bergman coordinating schedules through Epstein's assistant Lesley Groff.

Why are there so many mentions of 'Mickey' in these documents?

Most 'Mickey' mentions are unrelated to Mickey Bergman—they include automated newsletters for 'Disney Live! Mickey's Music Festival,' a 1980s Bear Stearns executive Michael 'Mickey' Tarnopol, Mickey Mantle memorabilia sales, and even a text message reference to the Rocky movie character. Only about 15 of the 95 mentions actually refer to Mickey Bergman in substantive correspondence.

What is Mickey Bergman known for professionally?

Mickey Bergman is a highly respected hostage negotiator who has helped secure the release of Americans held abroad, including Brittney Griner, Trevor Reed, Otto Warmbier, and Kenneth Bae. He coined the term 'Fringe Diplomacy' and was twice nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize (2019 and 2023) alongside Governor Richardson. He currently serves as CEO of Global Reach and teaches at Georgetown University.

Who is Mickey Bergman in the Epstein files?

Mickey Bergman is a prominent hostage negotiator who served as Vice President of the Richardson Center for Global Engagement under former New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson. In the Epstein documents, he appears in email correspondence from 2016-2017 coordinating meetings and potential donations between Richardson and Epstein, acting in his professional capacity as Richardson's deputy.

What was Mickey Bergman's connection to Jeffrey Epstein?

Bergman had no direct personal connection to Epstein. His appearances in the documents show him facilitating professional contact between his boss, Governor Richardson, and Epstein regarding potential financial support for the Richardson Center's diplomatic work. The emails show Bergman coordinating schedules through Epstein's assistant Lesley Groff.

Why are there so many mentions of 'Mickey' in these documents?

Most 'Mickey' mentions are unrelated to Mickey Bergman—they include automated newsletters for 'Disney Live! Mickey's Music Festival,' a 1980s Bear Stearns executive Michael 'Mickey' Tarnopol, Mickey Mantle memorabilia sales, and even a text message reference to the Rocky movie character. Only about 15 of the 95 mentions actually refer to Mickey Bergman in substantive correspondence.

What is Mickey Bergman known for professionally?

Mickey Bergman is a highly respected hostage negotiator who has helped secure the release of Americans held abroad, including Brittney Griner, Trevor Reed, Otto Warmbier, and Kenneth Bae. He coined the term 'Fringe Diplomacy' and was twice nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize (2019 and 2023) alongside Governor Richardson. He currently serves as CEO of Global Reach and teaches at Georgetown University.

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Ambiguous first name reference in Epstein case documents and depositions

Mickey Bergman, Vice President of the Richardson Center for Global Engagement and a prominent hostage negotiator, appears in the Epstein documents primarily through professional correspondence with Epstein's assistant Lesley Groff regarding potential donations and meetings with Governor Bill Richardson between 2016-2017.

Bergman appears in approximately 15 substantive email exchanges coordinating meetings and donation discussions between Governor Richardson and Jeffrey Epstein during 2016-2017, after Epstein's 2008 conviction. The emails show Bergman acting in his professional capacity as Richardson's deputy, scheduling calls and following up on potential financial support for the Richardson Center. Records indicate Richardson met with Epstein at least nine times after Epstein's conviction, and these documents capture some of that ongoing relationship facilitated by Bergman. However, many of the remaining mentions (approximately 10) are low-signal incidental references—automated Disney Live and Harlem Globetrotters newsletters, a Rocky movie text message reference, and historical Bear Stearns documents mentioning a different Michael 'Mickey' Tarnopol from the 1980s.

Key Highlights

•Coordinated multiple meeting attempts between Governor Richardson and Epstein in 2016-2017 regarding potential donations to the Richardson Center
•Emails show ongoing professional relationship where Bergman acted as intermediary between Richardson and Epstein's office (via Lesley Groff)
•Many document mentions are unrelated: automated event newsletters, a 1980s Bear Stearns executive named Michael 'Mickey' Tarnopol, and pop culture references
•Bergman's role appears strictly professional as Richardson's deputy at a time when Richardson maintained contact with Epstein despite his conviction

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dividuals as John F. Kennedy, Franklin Roosevelt and Gerald Ford were Guernsey's events as were the sales focused on Princess Diana, Duke Ellington, Mickey Mantle, Elvis Presley and the Beatles. We have had the privilege of working with many of our nation's most prominent museums including the Smithson

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ard. According to Epstein. Bear Steams man- agement had questioned him about the loan around March 4. The questioners. Epstein said, were Michael (Mickey) Tarnopol and molten 2003 SUBJECT TO PROTECTIVE Alvin Einbentler.ln his 1989 deposition Ep- stein recalled that the partner who had made an "issu

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rward. According to Epstein, Bear Stearns management had questioned him about the loan around March 4. The questioners, Epstein said, were Michael (Mickey) Tarnopol and Alvin Einbender. In his 1989 deposition Epstein recalled that the partner who had made an "issue" of the matter was Marvin Davidson.

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rd. According to Epstein. Bear Stearns man- agement had questioned him about the loan around March 4. The questioners. Epstein said, were Michael (Mickey) Tarnopol and Alvin Einbender. In his 1989 deposition Ep- stein recalled that the partner who had made an "issue' of the matter was Marvin David- s

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e did per the New York Times two weeks ago (Please find attached). I will be in New York in the next two weeks if you want to visit In the meantime Mickey and Lesley are in touch with each other. Sincerely, ita OBJECTIVE: The Richardson Center for Global Engagement, leveraging Governor Richardson's

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re available. Happy Holidays. xoxo, Peggy P.S. Please come join all of our hosts in addition to these confirmed guests, Dan Abrams, Joanna Coles, Mickey Drexler, David Geffen, Gayle King, Norah O'Donnell, Princess Firyal of Jordan, Trudie Styler, Barbara Walters and Robert Woodruff. EFTA00354764

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eeting Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2012 10:57:55 +0000 Thanks. We will! Sent from my iPhone On Dec 11, 2012, at 8:47 PM, A Barrett wrote: > Have fun with Mickey. > • Anthony Barrett > On Dec 11, 2012, at 6:24 PM, Lesley Groff < > wrote: >> Hi Anthony. I did not hear back. I will follow up, however, I am

EFTA00437587.pdf

EFTA00437587

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like to follow up directly with the Governor. Also - let me know if you had any trouble with the attachments and/or files. Thanks so much Lesley, Mickey Gobernador New Mexico.avi Mickey Bergman Vice President Richardson Center for Global Engagement EFTA00437587

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EFTA00437592

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rdsondiplomacy.org> Subject: Re: To Lesley, from Mickey Bergman (on behalf of Governor Richardson) Date: Mon, 17 Oct 2016 23:18:43 +0000 Thank you Mickey. I have forwarded to Jeffrey. Have a nice evening. Lesley Sent from my iPhone On Oct 17, 2016, at 5:02 PM, Mickey Bergman <Mickey@richardsondiploma

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EFTA00443962

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eed to make program decisions for the year. Please let me know your honest assessment of this. Thank you so much =1, really appreciate your help, Mickey On Thu, Jan 19, 2017 at 11:04 AM, wrote: Hello Mickey and thank you for checking in... wi rei m e rey o ov. Richardson's proposal...thanks so m

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EFTA00443973

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From: To: Mickey Bergman Subject: Re: To from Mickey Bergman (on behalf of Governor Richardson) Date: Tue, 31 Jan 2017 13:39:06 +0000 Hi Mickey. Jeffrey would be happy to speak with the Gov. does today work? Jeffrey is pretty open at moment. Let me know! Thx, Sent from my iPhone On Jan 30,

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will make sure to call. What number should I give him? Thank you, m Sent from my iPhone Micke Be an On Jan 31, 2017, at 8:39 AM, > wrote: Hi Mickey. Jeffrey would be ha to speak with the Gov. does today work? Jeffrey is pretty open at moment. Let me know! Thx, Sent from my iPhone On Jan 30, 2

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y Groff To: Mickey Bergman Subject: Re: To Lesley, from Mickey Bergman (on behalf of Governor Richardson) Date: Tue, 31 Jan 2017 17:32:58 +0000 Hi Mickey...the Governor called but Jeffrey was on another line...he said he would call back in 10 minutes but I guess he was not able to...Jeffrey waited aro

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EFTA00462790

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Kahn HBRK Associates Inc. 575 Lexington Avenue 4th Floor New York NY 10022 tel fax cell On Nov 6, 2017, at 5:14 PM, Lesley Groff < Below from Mickey. He is checking in RE donation. Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Mickey Bergman < Date: November 6, 2017 at 4:37:33 PM EST To:

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EFTA00462794

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EFTA00354761

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EFTA00355344.pdf

EFTA00355344

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u're available. Happy Holidays. xoxo, Peggy M. Please come join all of our hosts in addition to these confirmed guests, Dan Abrams, Joanna Coles, Mickey Drexler, David Geffen, Gayle King, Norah O'Donnell, Princess Firyal of Jordan, Trudie Styler, Barbara Walters and Robert Woodruff. Dear Mr. Jeffre

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EFTA00658003

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Governor will be in NY on January 11th and can make himself available, in caae Jeffry wants to see him and discuss this in person. Thanks so much Mickey Gobernador New Mexico.avi Mickey Bergman Vice President Richardson Center for Global Engagement EFTA00658003 it EFTA00658004

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Globetrotters February 18 Madison Square Garden Scooby-Doo Live! Musical Mysteries February 22 - February 24 The Beacon Theatre Disney Live! Mickey's Music Festival March 21 - March 31 The Theater at Madison Square Garden EFTA00396023 to your address book. Terms of Use Privacy Unsubscribe

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me: 09/17/18 05:59:24 AM (558881964) Flags: 1085445 Is Read: No Is Invitation: No GUID: E7D66DCC-4182-4DFF-B96C-FD046A6DCBD4 Message: I feel like Mickey in Rocky 1 Time: 09/17/18 05:59:24 AM (558881964) Flags: 1060865 Is Read: Yes Is Invitation: No GUID: 61E1AA2B-A718-4AAB-957F-BA81DD82603!1 | M

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