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Garcia Urges Subpoena of Lutnick Amid Epstein Controversy

2/15/2026

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Democratic Rep. Robert Garcia criticizes Republican Rep. James Comer for not subpoenaing Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick over Epstein ties.
Garcia says Lutnick had extensive post-conviction communications with Epstein and should testify.
Investigative documents show Lutnick maintained a business relationship with Epstein until 2014, contradicting 2005 severance claims.
The White House continues to support Lutnick amid growing scrutiny.
Upcoming depositions include former Victoria’s Secret CEO Les Wexner, linked as Epstein co-conspirator.

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Democratic Rep. Robert Garcia criticizes Republican Rep. James Comer for not subpoenaing Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick over Epstein ties.
Garcia says Lutnick had extensive post-conviction communications with Epstein and should testify.
Investigative documents show Lutnick maintained a business relationship with Epstein until 2014, contradicting 2005 severance claims.
The White House continues to support Lutnick amid growing scrutiny.
Upcoming depositions include former Victoria’s Secret CEO Les Wexner, linked as Epstein co-conspirator.