BREAKING: New documents released by the Justice Department reveal that former Trump Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick misled the public regarding his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. This urgent development has prompted Rep. Robert Garcia (D-CA), the leading Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, to demand immediate answers.
In a statement, Garcia pointed out that Lutnick previously claimed he had no interactions with Epstein after 2005. However, the newly uncovered documents indicate that Lutnick was not only in business with Epstein but also made arrangements to visit Epstein’s private island as late as 2012. “We have serious questions,” Garcia stated, highlighting the gravity of the situation.
Lutnick, a billionaire finance executive and a prominent supporter of former President Donald Trump, told the New York Post last October that he and his wife had visited Epstein’s New York home in 2005 but cut all ties shortly thereafter. Contradicting this assertion, emails released by the DOJ show ongoing communications between Lutnick and Epstein, including plans for drinks in 2011 and discussions regarding business dealings tied to a now-defunct advertising technology company called Adfin that persisted into 2014.
This revelation raises significant questions about the integrity of Lutnick’s past statements. A spokesperson for the Commerce Department attempted to downplay the situation, insisting to CBS News that Lutnick has “never been accused of wrongdoing.” The spokesperson also criticized the media for what they described as a diversion from the administration’s achievements, which include securing trillions of dollars in investments and advocating for American workers.
The implications of these findings are substantial, as they shine a light on the connections between powerful political figures and Epstein, who has been at the center of numerous scandals. This ongoing investigation by the House Oversight Committee could lead to further scrutiny of other individuals linked to Epstein.
As this story develops, it underscores the need for transparency and accountability among those in positions of power. Stay tuned for more updates as this critical investigation unfolds.
