Howard Lutnick back in the spotlight for Epstein ties after lawmakers question him; longtime Cantor Fitzgerald CEO and current U.S. commerce secretary.
On March 6-7, 2026, the U.S. Justice Department released previously withheld FBI interview memos from 2019 involving a woman who alleged sexual assault by Jeffrey Epstein and former President Donald Trump in the 1980s when she was a minor. The DOJ attributed the omission to mislabeling files as duplicates. Trump denies wrongdoing. Congressional Democrats have launched investigations into potential illegal withholding amid ongoing scrutiny of the Epstein Files Transparency Act compliance.
On February 26-27, 2026, Bill and Hillary Clinton testified for six hours each behind closed doors before the Republican-led House Oversight Committee in Chappaqua, New York. Both denied knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's sex crimes. Hillary said she barely knew Epstein and never visited his properties, while Bill denied wrongdoing despite documented associations. The hearings were marked by a leaked photo incident and calls for President Trump to testify.
Lawmakers have raised concerns about Chinese-linked companies, including ACM Research and Anker, citing national security risks and potential data surveillance. The scrutiny follows recent investments and allegations of unfair market practices, amid fears of Chinese influence on US technology and security.
The Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant in Ohio is being transformed into the PORTS Technology Campus, featuring a 10-gigawatt data center and up to 10 gigawatts of new power generation, including natural gas. The project aims to support AI, fusion energy, and national security research, creating thousands of jobs.
Multiple investigations reveal links between Trump family members, government contracts, and foreign investments. Concerns focus on potential conflicts of interest, influence peddling, and national security risks amid ongoing scrutiny of private and political ties.
Leo Radvinsky, billionaire owner of OnlyFans, died of cancer at 43. His death was announced on March 23, 2026, with tributes from creators. Radvinsky transformed the platform into a multibillion-dollar enterprise, supporting many content creators and maintaining a private life. His passing impacts the industry and raises questions about his legacy.
On April 2, 2026, President Donald Trump dismissed Attorney General Pam Bondi after 14 months, citing frustrations over her handling of Jeffrey Epstein files and failed prosecutions of his political opponents. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, Trump's former personal lawyer, was named acting attorney general. Bondi will transition to a private sector role.
Keep Chambers has recalled her positive interactions with Leo Radvinsky, the late owner of OnlyFans, emphasizing his kindness and mentorship. Radvinsky has been credited with transforming the adult content industry by empowering creators. He has recently passed away at age 43 after battling cancer, with his death remaining private until March 23, 2026.
The White House has issued a memo saying foreign actors, principally based in China, have been running industrial-scale campaigns to "distil" US frontier AI systems by using proxy accounts and jailbreaking techniques to extract capabilities. The administration has said it will share intelligence with US AI firms and explore measures to punish offenders ahead of a planned US–China summit.