Darren Indyke, a long attorney for Jeffrey Epstein, told lawmakers he had no awareness of Epstein’s criminal activities during testimony before the House Oversight Committee on Thursday.
Denies awareness of abuse
In prepared remarks, Indyke said he had “no knowledge whatsoever” of Epstein’s abuse and emphasized that no one had ever accused him of misconduct or of witnessing any abuse.
He described himself as one of several attorneys who worked with Epstein and said their relationship was strictly professional.
Role in Epstein’s operations
Indyke was closely tied to Epstein’s financial and legal operations for decades, helping manage a network of businesses and handling various legal matters. He also serves as an executor of Epstein’s estate.
Despite his proximity, Indyke told lawmakers he was unaware of Epstein’s actions behind closed doors.
Scrutiny over estate and legal dealings
Lawmakers questioned Indyke about his role in companies linked to Epstein and allegations tied to estate management, including claims involving sham marriages. Indyke denied those accusations, calling them “completely untrue.”
Another executor, Richard Kahn, previously testified that he only learned about the extent of Epstein’s abuse after his death.
Victims’ attorney pushes back
An attorney representing some of Epstein’s victims criticized Indyke’s claims, arguing that his testimony raises concerns about how such abuse could have gone unnoticed by those close to Epstein.
Wider investigation continues
The congressional probe has also included testimony from high-profile figures, including Bill Clinton, who denied knowledge of Epstein’s crimes, and Ghislaine Maxwell, who declined to answer questions by invoking her Fifth Amendment rights.
Committee Chair James Comer said Indyke cooperated during questioning, though partisan tensions emerged during the proceedings.