Overview
- Rep. Thomas Massie said on CNN that Howard Lutnick should “just resign,” citing DOJ files that show continued contact with Jeffrey Epstein after Lutnick said he cut ties in 2005.
- Newly reported records describe a planned family visit to Epstein’s Little Saint James in December 2012, investment documents linked to AdFin in 2012, and communications extending through at least 2018.
- The Commerce Department says Lutnick’s interactions were limited, occurred in the presence of his wife, and that he has never been accused of wrongdoing, calling the coverage a distraction.
- Pressure expanded beyond Massie, with Democrats including Reps. Robert Garcia and Ted Lieu urging Lutnick to step down or face questions about his statements and business dealings.
- The DOJ is allowing lawmakers to review more than 3 million pages of unredacted files starting this week, positioning Congress for deeper oversight as Lutnick remains in office.