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Valeria Chomsky admits 'grave errors in judgment' over Jeffrey Epstein ties
The wife of renowned linguist Noam Chomsky acknowledges missteps in her association with the disgraced financier.
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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Valeria Chomsky, the wife of renowned linguist Noam Chomsky, has admitted to 'grave errors in judgment' regarding her and her husband's ties to the disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. The admission comes in light of new revelations about the couple's relationship with Epstein.
Why it matters
The Chomskys' association with Epstein, who was convicted of sex crimes involving minors, has raised concerns and questions about the judgment and ethics of the influential academic couple. This development further tarnishes the reputation of the Chomskys, who have long been respected public intellectuals.
The details
In a statement, Valeria Chomsky acknowledged 'grave errors in judgment' in her and her husband's dealings with Epstein. The couple had previously faced scrutiny over their ties to the financier, who died by suicide in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. Noam Chomsky, a renowned linguist and political commentator, has not yet commented on his wife's statement.
- Valeria Chomsky's statement was released on February 12, 2026.
The players
Valeria Chomsky
The wife of renowned linguist Noam Chomsky, who has admitted to 'grave errors in judgment' regarding her and her husband's ties to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Noam Chomsky
A renowned linguist and political commentator, who has not yet commented on his wife's statement regarding their association with Jeffrey Epstein.
Jeffrey Epstein
A disgraced financier who was convicted of sex crimes involving minors and died by suicide in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges.
What they’re saying
“I acknowledge the grave errors in judgment that I and my husband made in our dealings with Jeffrey Epstein. We deeply regret the pain and damage this has caused.”
— Valeria Chomsky
The takeaway
The Chomskys' admission of 'grave errors in judgment' regarding their ties to Jeffrey Epstein further tarnishes the reputation of the influential academic couple, raising questions about their ethical decision-making and judgment.
