Casey Wasserman Faces Resignation Calls Following Ghislaine Maxwell Email Release

Casey Wasserman, a prominent organizer for the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Games, is currently facing significant calls for his resignation. This pressure follows the release of emails from 2003 exchanged between him and Ghislaine Maxwell, which surfaced as part of the latest tranche of Jeffrey Epstein documents released by the U.S. Justice Department.

Emails From 2003 Uncovered

The emails from two decades ago reveal statements from Wasserman to Maxwell, including phrases such as "can we book that massage now" and "The only thing I want from Paris is you." It is noted that these communications do not indicate any criminal wrongdoing.

Ghislaine Maxwell was sentenced to 20 years in prison in 2022 for conspiring to sexually abuse minors, while Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide in 2019 while awaiting trial.

Wasserman's Response and Public Appearance

Wasserman, who heads a sports and entertainment agency, has maintained a low profile since the emails became public. He recently appeared at an International Olympic Committee (IOC) gathering in Milan to discuss the L.A. Games' progress but did not respond to questions from reporters regarding the controversy.

In a statement, Wasserman apologized for any association with Epstein or Maxwell, asserting he had no personal or business relationship with Epstein.

Calls for Resignation Mount

The revelations have quickly led to public figures demanding Wasserman's departure. Los Angeles City Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martinez has publicly called for his immediate resignation, stating that his continued involvement "undermines the values of the city."

In addition, L.A. City Controller Kennith Mejia has also urged Wasserman to resign, citing concerns about the city's financial future.

Olympic Committee Stance

At a press conference, IOC chair Kirsty Coventry acknowledged repeated questions about the scandal but referred to Wasserman's statement, declining to add further comment.

Gene Sykes, head of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC), similarly referred to Wasserman's statement. Sykes expressed continued confidence in Wasserman's leadership and the L.A. 28 bid's operational capabilities.