LA 2028 Olympics Chief Casey Wasserman Addresses Emails with Ghislaine Maxwell in Epstein Files
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Casey Wasserman, the head of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics Committee, issued a public statement Sunday following the release of more than three million documents by the U.S. Department of Justice related to the investigation of Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex offender and human trafficker. Among the newly disclosed files were emails exchanged between Wasserman and Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s longtime associate and convicted criminal.
Wasserman acknowledged that his correspondence with Maxwell, dating back to 2003, appeared in the DOJ documents but emphasized that it occurred over two decades ago, long before Maxwell’s crimes were publicly known. “I deeply regret my correspondence with Ghislaine Maxwell which took place over two decades ago, long before her horrific crimes came to light,” Wasserman said in a statement. He categorically denied ever having a personal or business relationship with Epstein.
Wasserman also referenced a humanitarian trip he took as part of a delegation with the Clinton Foundation in 2002, which involved travel on Epstein’s private plane. “As is well documented, I went on a humanitarian trip as part of a delegation with the Clinton Foundation in 2002 on the Epstein plane. I am terribly sorry for having any association with either of them,” he said.
The disclosure of Wasserman’s emails came as part of a massive document release by the Department of Justice, which has been gradually unveiling evidence and communications tied to Epstein and his network. The files have shed new light on the extent of Epstein’s connections across various sectors, including entertainment, politics, and sports.
Maxwell, who was convicted in 2021 on charges related to sex trafficking and conspiracy, has been a central figure in the Epstein case. The DOJ’s release of documents aims to provide greater transparency into the operations and associations of Epstein’s network. The Department of Justice has stated that the disclosure is part of its commitment to openness in ongoing investigations.
Wasserman’s role as the chief executive of the LA 2028 Olympics Committee places him in a prominent position overseeing preparations for the upcoming Summer Games, which are expected to draw global attention. His statement comes amid heightened scrutiny of public figures whose names have surfaced in connection with Epstein’s circle.
The Los Angeles Olympic Committee has not indicated any plans to alter Wasserman’s leadership position, and the statement appeared aimed at addressing public concerns proactively. The committee’s focus remains on delivering a successful and safe Olympic event.
Experts on organizational governance have noted that public figures implicated in past associations with controversial individuals often face intense media and public scrutiny. Wasserman’s swift acknowledgment and apology may be an effort to mitigate reputational damage ahead of the Games.
The ongoing release of documents by the DOJ continues to reveal the complex web surrounding Epstein and Maxwell. For more information on the investigation and document releases, readers can visit the DOJ’s official Epstein case page.
Further coverage of the LA 2028 Olympics and related developments is available through the International Olympic Committee’s official site and the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee.
As the investigation into Epstein’s network continues, public figures connected through past communications face ongoing examination, underscoring the enduring impact of the case on institutions and individuals alike.
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