Commerce Secretary Lutnick Questioned Over Epstein Ties

Lutnick Revises Blackmail Claims, Downplays Meetings

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Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick faced House lawmakers over past interactions with Jeffrey Epstein, revising blackmail claims to speculation and downplaying meetings, prompting Democratic criticism and resignation calls.

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