Larry Summers, former US Treasury Secretary and Harvard University President, is facing a public backlash after it was revealed that he maintained a decade-long friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Despite warnings from colleagues, students, and donors, Summers continued to engage with Epstein, even seeking advice on how to prolong an affair with a younger woman.
The controversy has led many to question Summers’ judgment and behavior, particularly given his reputation as a bully and his dismissive attitude towards others. The emails between Summers and Epstein have been described as “gross” and show a recurring theme of Summers seeking fraternal support from Epstein on how to engage in illicit relationships.
Summers had previously distanced himself from the public eye after stepping down as Harvard President in 2006 due to criticism over his comments on women’s math abilities. However, he has since clawed back into the spotlight, and this latest scandal has left many wondering if his fall from grace was a deserved one.
Source: https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2025/11/18/the-inevitable-collapse-of-larry-summers-00657568