Hyatt chair Thomas Pritzker steps down over Epstein links
Billionaire Thomas Pritzker resigned from his position as executive chair of the Hyatt hotel chain. The resignation follows the surfacing of information regarding Pritzker's continued association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
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- Feb 17
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Open questions and key claims
Pritzker expressed deep regret over maintaining contact with Epstein and Maxwell.
Pritzker said he exercised 'terrible judgement' in maintaining contact with Epstein.
Thomas J Pritzker is retiring as executive chairman of Hyatt Hotels Corporation.
Pritzker's retirement is due to his association with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
Thomas Pritzker has stepped down as executive chair of the hotel chain Hyatt.
Ghislaine Maxwell was convicted in 2021 for her role in recruiting and grooming underage girls.
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