Wasserman rejects resignation calls amid Epstein ties scrutiny
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 11:02 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Casey Wasserman, chairman of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics organizing committee, stated he has no intention of resigning following scrutiny over his past connections to Jeffrey Epstein. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has publicly called for his resignation, but Wasserman maintained in a press conference that he shares a vision with the mayor regarding the Games. The controversy intensified after emails between Wasserman and Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell surfaced, leading to demands for accountability from various city leaders. During the appearance, security concerns regarding the Olympic Games were also addressed, emphasizing federal support classification.
- •Casey Wasserman remains LA28 chair amid Epstein ties controversy.
- •Mayor Karen Bass publicly called for Wasserman's resignation.
- •Emails between Wasserman and Ghislaine Maxwell were revealed.
- •Security planning for the Games is a major concern.
- 11:02 PMYahoo Sports — LA28 Olympics head with Epstein ties bold response on stepping down
"Bass publicly called on Wasserman to resign from his role as LA28 chairman.
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