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What we know about Howard Lutnick's testimony on Epstein relationship

5 sources5 storiesFirst seen 5/6/2026Score58Mixed Progress
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Secretary Howard Lutnick is questioned by House lawmakers over his Epstein ties.

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Lutnick said last year that he cut ties with Epstein, his former neighbor, in 2005.

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But the Epstein files indicate that the two kept in contact, including for a 2012 lunch on Epstein's private island.

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Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick was on Capitol Hill on Wednesday to testify about his relationship with late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.

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Summary

**Summary:** Secretary Howard Lutnick, Commerce Secretary, testified before the House Oversight Committee about his relationship with former sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The testimony was conducted in a closed-door session and lasted for hours. **Why It Matters:** This event highlights the ongoing investigation into Epstein's past connections to high-profile individuals and raises

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