Democrats rail against Lutnick interview on Epstein as 'egregious cover-up'

"Democrats Accuse Commerce Secretary of Cover-Up in Epstein Investigation: A heated exchange erupted in Washington on Wednesday as House Democrats grilled Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick over his alleged lack of knowledge about convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's crimes. Lutnick's testimony before the Oversight and Government Reform Committee has sparked outrage among Democrats, who claim that his claims of ignorance are part of a deliberate effort to conceal the truth. The committee's investigation into Epstein's activities has been ongoing, and Lutnick's testimony has raised new questions about the extent of his involvement and whether he is telling the whole story. As the inquiry continues, lawmakers are demanding transparency and accountability from those in positions of power."

House Democrats on Wednesday blasted Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s testimony before the Oversight and Government Reform Committee, arguing that his claimed lack of knowledge about convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes is part of an “egregious cover-up.” Lutnick appeared before the panel Wednesday for a closed-door, transcribed interview as part of its investigation into Epstein....