[ "US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick recently testified that he visited Jeffrey Epstein's private island in December 2012, confirming previous dinner conversations about the visit.", "I did have lunch with him as I was on a boat going across on a family vacation, Lutnick explained. My wife was with me, as were my four children and nannies… We had lunch on the island. That is true. For an hour.", "This admission contradicts earlier statements where Lutnick claimed to have severed ties with Epstein in 2005. Newly released documents from the US Department of Justice about Epstein include evidence about Lutnick's visit.", "Despite bipartisan calls for his resignation, especially after being grilled by Senator Chris Van Hollen about his conflicting stories, the White House reassured the public of Lutnick's full support.", "Lutnick clarified that he did not maintain an ongoing relationship with Epstein over 14 years, pointing out his memories of only brief meetings. Notably, he has not been accused of any wrongdoing in relation to Epstein.", "This incident highlights ongoing debates over accountability among individuals connected to Epstein, especially as survivors continue to push for reform, including new legislation to support victims of sexual abuse." ]
Commerce Secretary's Shocking Admission: Lunch with Epstein
Commerce Secretary's Shocking Admission: Lunch with Epstein
Howard Lutnick, the U.S. Commerce Secretary, recently confirmed that he visited Jeffrey Epstein's private island in 2012, contradicting earlier claims about severing ties with the controversial financier.
In a recent testimony on Capitol Hill, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick admitted to having lunch with Jeffrey Epstein on his island in 2012 during a family vacation. This revelation comes after he previously stated that he cut ties with Epstein in 2005. The confirmation has led to calls for his resignation from bipartisan lawmakers, while the White House continues to support him. Lutnick's conflicting statements about his relationship with Epstein have raised concerns about transparency and accountability, especially given Epstein's notorious past.
