US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick faced House questioning over his interactions with Jeffrey Epstein. Under scrutiny, he backed away from earlier claims that Epstein engaged in blackmail, describing that part as speculation. Lutnick also softened details of multiple meetings, including a 2005 visit that troubled him and his wife. Democrats accused him of evasion and renewed calls for resignation.
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