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Rep. Mace Questions Lutnick's Dinner with Epstein, Defends Him

2/11/2026

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Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) criticized Lutnick for dining with Jeffrey Epstein in 2012.
She said she wouldn’t dine with a convicted pedophile, but there’s no evidence Lutnick should resign.
Mace expressed concern about Epstein-linked names in newly released documents.
The White House affirmed Lutnick's importance in the administration.
Mace reaffirmed her commitment to justice for Epstein's victims and distanced Lutnick and President Donald Trump from criminal implications.

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Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) criticized Lutnick for dining with Jeffrey Epstein in 2012.
She said she wouldn’t dine with a convicted pedophile, but there’s no evidence Lutnick should resign.
Mace expressed concern about Epstein-linked names in newly released documents.
The White House affirmed Lutnick's importance in the administration.
Mace reaffirmed her commitment to justice for Epstein's victims and distanced Lutnick and President Donald Trump from criminal implications.