Casey Wasserman named in Epstein-related files, issues public apology

Casey Wasserman, the chairman of the Los Angeles Organizing Committee for the 2028 Summer Olympics, has issued a public apology after past email exchanges surfaced in recently released documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein files.

The documents, released under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, include personal correspondence from 2003 between Wasserman and Ghislaine Maxwell, a close associate of the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, who was convicted of federal sex trafficking offences against minors. The exchanges include suggestive language in emails between Wasserman and Maxwell from two decades ago, prior to Maxwell’s criminal convictions. (Source: AP News)

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In a statement following the release of the records, Wasserman expressed regret over the correspondence, saying that the communication occurred “long before her horrific crimes came to light” and emphasised that he did not have a personal or business relationship with Epstein. He also noted participation in a humanitarian trip in 2002 that included a delegation on Epstein’s plane, which he described as unrelated to any inappropriate conduct. (Source: Reuters)

The disclosure of these emails has prompted public discussion about his role leading the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Some local officials and elected representatives have publicly called for Wasserman to step down from his position, citing concerns about public perception and organisational focus ahead of the Games. (Source: TheWrap)

Source: https://www.justice.gov/epstein/files/DataSet%2011/EFTA02332508.pdf

International Olympic Committee leadership has described the developments as a distraction, while reaffirming that the planning and preparation for the 2028 Games continues. IOC President Kirsty Coventry acknowledged the situation in recent remarks and emphasised the importance of maintaining focus on athletes and event readiness as scrutiny continues.

The newly disclosed Epstein documents include material involving a range of public figures and private individuals, though inclusion in the files does not imply involvement in any criminal conduct or wrongdoing. Officials and individuals named in the records have responded in various ways, with some expressing regret for past interactions, and others denying any knowledge of criminal behaviour. (Source: AP)

Source: https://www.justice.gov/epstein/files/DataSet%2011/EFTA02332508.pdf