Summary
Jeffrey Epstein's personal lawyer, Darren Indyke, testified before a U.S. congressional committee, stating he was unaware of Epstein's criminal activities. The committee is investigating Epstein's crimes and has interviewed various high-profile witnesses. Indyke claimed he did not witness or hear of any abuse and noted Epstein's regret over past offenses.
Key Facts
- Darren Indyke is Jeffrey Epstein's personal lawyer.
- Indyke testified to the U.S. House Oversight Committee, denying knowledge of Epstein's wrongdoings.
- The committee called Indyke as part of its investigation into Epstein's crimes.
- Indyke claimed he did not socialize with Epstein and had no allegations of abuse reported to him.
- Indyke met Epstein in 1996 and said Epstein seemed remorseful after a 2008 guilty plea.
- James Marsh, a victims' lawyer, expressed concerns over Indyke's claimed ignorance.
- The committee has held closed-door hearings with other high-profile witnesses, including Bill Clinton.
- Democrats on the committee walked out of a briefing on Epstein-related disclosures by the Justice Department.
