Economist Larry Summers Steps Down from Harvard Amid Epstein Probe

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 5:45 AM

Harvard economist Larry Summers announced his departure from the university at the conclusion of this academic year. His resignation comes as the institution continues examining his connections to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Renowned economist Larry Summers has announced he will step down from his position at Harvard University when the current academic year concludes. The departure comes as the prestigious institution continues its ongoing probe into Summers’ connections with Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex offender.

The university’s investigation into faculty relationships with Epstein has been examining various ties between the disgraced financier and members of the Harvard community. Summers’ resignation marks a significant development in the school’s efforts to address these controversial associations.

The timing of Summers’ departure coincides with Harvard’s continued scrutiny of how Epstein maintained relationships within academic circles before his legal troubles and subsequent death in federal custody.

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