BREAKING: New documents reveal that former Trump Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has been caught in a blatant lie regarding his connections to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. Rep. Robert Garcia (D-CA), the leading Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, is demanding immediate answers after evidence contradicts Lutnick’s claims of severing ties with Epstein in 2005.
In a statement released earlier today, Garcia expressed outrage: “Lutnick said he had zero interactions with Epstein after 2005 – looks like they were actually in business together. We have some serious questions.” This revelation comes on the heels of the Justice Department’s release of approximately 3.5 million Epstein files.
Last October, Lutnick told the New York Post that his last visit to Epstein’s New York residence was in 2005, claiming he cut all ties shortly thereafter. However, newly uncovered emails indicate that Lutnick was arranging visits to Epstein’s private island with his family as late as 2012.
According to CBS News, Lutnick and Epstein were involved in business dealings related to a now-defunct advertising technology firm named Adfin, with communications continuing through at least 2014. These emails show that Lutnick and Epstein had maintained contact well past 2005, even discussing plans to meet for drinks in 2011.
In 2017, Epstein pledged $50,000 to a dinner event honoring Lutnick, and in 2018, Lutnick directly emailed Epstein about real estate matters. The depth of their relationship raises serious questions about Lutnick’s previous statements.
In response to these revelations, a spokesperson for the Commerce Department vehemently defended Lutnick, stating, “He has never been accused of wrongdoing.” The spokesperson labeled the media coverage as a misguided attempt to distract from the Trump administration’s achievements, which they claim include securing trillions in investments and historic trade deals.
With the investigation into Epstein’s connections to powerful figures still ongoing, the implications of these findings could have far-reaching effects. As more details emerge, the pressure mounts on Lutnick and other officials to clarify their past associations with Epstein.
What happens next? Expect continued scrutiny on Lutnick as the House Oversight Committee plans to delve deeper into these allegations. The public awaits further revelations that could shake the political landscape. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
