LA Olympics chief Wasserman issues Maxwell apology, but denies Epstein ties

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesFebruary 1, 2026 at 05:33 PM

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Casey Wasserman, the LA 2028 Olympics chief, has apologized for email correspondence with Ghislaine Maxwell dating back to 2003. The emails, described as flirtatious, were released as part of a US Department of Justice file related to Jeffrey Epstein. Maxwell is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence for sex trafficking. Wasserman stated that he had no personal or business relationship with Epstein and expressed deep regret for his association with both individuals, emphasizing that the correspondence occurred before their crimes were public knowledge. The International Olympic Committee declined to comment beyond Wasserman's statement.

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