Lutnick to Testify: Epstein Ties Probed

0:00Sydney's story is making news on March 4. US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnik has agreed to a voluntary interview with the House Oversight Committee. The panel is probing ties between prominent figures and Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex offender. Lutnik, appointed by President Donald Trump last year, wants to address questions about his own connections. Earlier this month, Lutnik told lawmakers he had very little to do with Epstein, but newly released Justice Department files revealed emails showing he visited Epstein's private island in the Caribbean for lunch years later. He explained it happened because his boat was nearby, and his family joined him. Both Democrats and Republicans have called for Lutnik to resign over these links. He's one of several powerful names, including Trump, facing scrutiny for past associations with Epstein. Lutnik maintains he did nothing wrong and looks forward to setting the record straight. Meanwhile, the committee this week released over nine hours of deposition footage from former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton.

1:02Both distanced themselves from Epstein, with Bill saying he cut ties well before Epstein's 2008 guilty plea on underage prostitution, charges. The Commerce Department has not commented so far. Panel chair James Comer praised Lutnik's willingness to appear, calling it a step toward transparency. The investigation into Epstein's network continues. Thanks to our sponsor for supporting today's coverage, a pillow that sounds as good as it feels, built for listening in bed, solypillo.com.