LA Olympics Chief Wasserman Deeply Regrets Emails With Ghislaine Maxwell
Wasserman expressed regret for 2003 email exchanges with Ghislaine Maxwell released by the DOJ, citing no relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Overview
Casey Wasserman, chairman of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics organizing committee, said he "deeply regrets" email exchanges from March–April 2003 with Ghislaine Maxwell that were published by the U.S. Department of Justice on Jan. 31, 2026.
The DOJ released more than 3 million documents tied to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation as mandated by federal law, and the files include messages in which Wasserman wrote to Maxwell, "I think of you all the time... So what do I have to do to see you in a tight leather outfit?" according to the files.
Wasserman said in a statement obtained by AP that he "never had a personal or business relationship with Jeffrey Epstein" and noted his 2002 humanitarian trip as part of a Clinton Foundation delegation that used Epstein's plane.
Ghislaine Maxwell is serving a 20-year prison sentence after her 2021 conviction on five counts related to sex trafficking and abuse of minors, and the new files do not allege wrongdoing by Wasserman, records show.
Wasserman’s public role promoting the Los Angeles 2028 Games and scheduled appearances ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics are expected to draw scrutiny, and LA28 did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
Analysis
Center-leaning sources present this story neutrally: they report released email excerpts and factual context (Maxwell's conviction, Epstein's death), include Wasserman's apology and denial, and avoid evaluative language beyond sourcing. Coverage emphasizes document disclosure and public roles rather than casting editorial judgments, using quotes and background to let facts speak.
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FAQ
Wasserman stated he 'deeply regrets' the 2003 email exchanges with Maxwell, which occurred long before her crimes came to light, and denied any personal or business relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
The emails from March-April 2003 were flirtatious and sexually suggestive, with Wasserman writing 'I think of you all the time... So what do I have to do to see you in a tight leather outfit?' and Maxwell offering massages that 'drive a man wild' and suggesting naked beach activities.
Wasserman stated he never had a personal or business relationship with Epstein but flew on his plane in 2002 as part of a Clinton Foundation humanitarian delegation; the documents do not allege wrongdoing by Wasserman.
Ghislaine Maxwell is serving a 20-year prison sentence following her 2021 conviction on five counts related to sex trafficking and abuse of minors.
Wasserman's public role promoting the LA 2028 Games and upcoming appearances are expected to draw scrutiny due to the emails.
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