Despite calls for his resignation, the LA28 Executive Committee Board on Wednesday supported Casey Wasserman to continue in his role as chair of the Olympic organizing effort, citing an independent investigation that examined his past interactions with Ghislaine Maxwell, who’s been convicted of sex trafficking for her role in a widespread sexual abuse scandal involving the late Jeffrey Epstein. The Board — the leaders responsible for planning and executing the preparations for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles — said in a statement that the organization takes allegations of misconduct seriously and is committed to thoroughly reviewing any concerns related to the...
