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Lutnick Says Epstein Was 'Greatest Blackmailer Ever,' Contradicting FBI Review
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick alleges Epstein used incriminating videos of wealthy clients to secure a lenient 2008 plea deal, calling him the 'greatest blackmailer ever.'
- Howard Lutnick claimed that Jeffrey Epstein was 'the greatest blackmailer ever' during his appearance on the 'Pod Force One' podcast with Miranda Devine, contradicting the FBI's findings.
- Lutnick alleged that Epstein may have traded incriminating videos of powerful individuals in exchange for leniency in a 2008 plea deal.
- Representative Robert Garcia expressed interest in questioning Lutnick about his comments, stating they were 'incredible' and suggesting the need for more information.
- Lutnick's allegations contradict the Trump administration's claim that there is no evidence of Epstein trafficking his victims.
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Howard Lutnick calls Epstein the 'greatest blackmailer ever' on podcast
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick called Jeffrey Epstein the "greatest blackmailer ever" while speaking on a New York Post podcast. Also, a new poll shows 77% of Americans want all of the Epstein files released. WIRED Senior Writer Jake Lahut joins Katy Tur to discuss.
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Total News Sources35
Leaning Left13Leaning Right7Center6Last UpdatedBias Distribution50% Left
Bias Distribution
- 50% of the sources lean Left
50% Left
L 50%
C 23%
R 27%
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