Giants Co-Owner Linked to Jeffrey Epstein Via Emails

News emerged on a Friday regarding New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch's connection to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This information was disclosed through emails included in documents released by the Department of Justice.

Details of Communications

Communications between Tisch and Epstein occurred in 2013, five years after Epstein pleaded guilty to soliciting prostitution from an underage girl.

In one email, Tisch inquired if a specific woman was a "working girl." Another email showed Tisch asking if a woman was a "pro or civilian." Tisch also asked Epstein, "Is my present in NYC?" and after receiving an affirmative response, followed with, "Can I get my surprise to take to lunch tomorrow?"

Epstein reportedly referred to Tisch as a "shared interest friend."

"We had a brief association where we exchanged emails about adult women, and in addition, we discussed movies, philanthropy, and investments," Tisch stated. "I did not take him up on any of his invitations and never went to his island. As we all know now, he was a terrible person and someone I deeply regret associating with."

Steve Tisch's Statement

Following the revelations, Steve Tisch released a statement through the Giants organization:

"We had a brief association where we exchanged emails about adult women, and in addition, we discussed movies, philanthropy, and investments," Tisch stated. "I did not take him up on any of his invitations and never went to his island. As we all know now, he was a terrible person and someone I deeply regret associating with."

Context and NFL Accountability

Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide in August 2019 while facing federal charges of sex-trafficking minors. The report indicated no evidence connected Tisch to any interactions with underage girls.

The NFL's personal conduct policy states that club and league ownership and management officials are "held to a higher standard and will be subject to more significant discipline" for policy violations. The article suggested that Tisch should face disciplinary action, such as a fine, suspension, and prohibition from team or league activities, citing the perceived lapse in judgment. The report also noted potential implications for Tisch's business partnership with John Mara.