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Lutnick Challenges Patel: Epstein's Trafficking Ties Exposed

10/2/2025

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Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick criticized FBI Director Kash Patel's assertion that Jeffrey Epstein did not traffic young women.
Lutnick alleged Epstein used compromising videos for blackmail, facilitating his 2008 plea deal.
He recalled Epstein's "massage room" and suggested high-profile associates engaged in illicit activities there.
Epstein's victims condemned Patel's remarks, citing evidence of trafficking to multiple individuals.
Lutnick claimed FBI reports document victims naming at least 20 other men involved.

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Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick criticized FBI Director Kash Patel's assertion that Jeffrey Epstein did not traffic young women.
Lutnick alleged Epstein used compromising videos for blackmail, facilitating his 2008 plea deal.
He recalled Epstein's "massage room" and suggested high-profile associates engaged in illicit activities there.
Epstein's victims condemned Patel's remarks, citing evidence of trafficking to multiple individuals.
Lutnick claimed FBI reports document victims naming at least 20 other men involved.