LA28 Board Backs Casey Wasserman After Epstein Files Stir Scrutiny

Organizing committee chairman's position remains secure following executive committee meeting.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Casey Wasserman's job as chairman of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics organizing committee is safe after the LA28 board's executive committee met Wednesday to discuss his appearance in recently released government files on Jeffrey Epstein. Wasserman has not been accused of any wrongdoing, and the board expressed its continued support for his leadership of the LA28 organizing effort.

Why it matters

The release of the Epstein files has raised questions about Wasserman's connections to the disgraced financier, but the LA28 board's backing indicates they believe the scrutiny is unwarranted and that Wasserman remains the right person to lead the 2028 Olympics planning.

The details

The LA28 board's executive committee convened a meeting on Wednesday to discuss Wasserman's inclusion in the Epstein files. After reviewing the information, the committee expressed its continued confidence in Wasserman's leadership and stated that his position as chairman of the organizing committee is secure.

  • The LA28 board's executive committee met on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, to discuss Wasserman's appearance in the Epstein files.

The players

Casey Wasserman

The chairman of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics organizing committee.

LA28 Board

The board overseeing the organization of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

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What’s next

The LA28 board will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as necessary.

The takeaway

The LA28 board's swift and decisive support for Wasserman indicates they believe the scrutiny stemming from the Epstein files is unwarranted and that he remains the best person to lead the planning for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.