Casey Wasserman Refuses to Resign as LA28 Chair
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- Casey Wasserman said he has not considered resigning as LA28 chairman despite Mayor Karen Bass urging him to quit because of his appearance in Jeffrey Epstein files.
- Casey Wasserman exchanged flirtatious emails with Ghislaine Maxwell in 2003, according to Justice Department documents, though he has not been accused of wrongdoing.
- LA28 hired an outside legal firm to review Wasserman's past interactions with Epstein and Maxwell, and the organization fully supports him remaining as chair.
- Mayor Karen Bass advanced to a November runoff election, while Wasserman said he continues to speak with her weekly to maintain a productive relationship for the Games.
- LA28 designated the 2028 Olympics as a national special security vent, enabling a coordinated FBI‑led security response, and is working with the State Department on visa issues for fans from countries with limited diplomatic ties.
Why it matters: Wasserman's decision to stay preserves leadership continuity for LA28, reassuring sponsors and athletes, while the mayor's election stakes and the NSSE security designation affect city resources and international fan access.
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