How US commerce secretary's Epstein links were uncovered by British whistleblower
A British whistleblower has provided evidence to the US House Oversight Committee suggesting that Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick failed to disclose business ties to Jeffrey Epstein. The allegations include a 2018 email chain and plans to commercially exploit contacts associated with Prince Andrew.
Why it matters
The report raises significant questions about the transparency and vetting of high-level US government officials regarding their associations with convicted sex offenders.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Howard Lutnick was appointed US commerce secretary by President Trump in 2025
The article reports on allegations and provides the subject's rebuttal, maintaining a standard journalistic distance.
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