Chomsky's Ties with Epstein Run Deeper than Initially Thought, Emails Reveal
Prominent linguist and philosopher Noam Chomsky had previously claimed to have maintained "regular contact" with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. However, newly released emails suggest that their association went far beyond occasional discussions on politics and academia.
The correspondence between the two men reveals a level of intimacy and familiarity, including personal interactions such as discussing musical interests and potential vacations. Chomsky even wrote a letter of support for Epstein in 2017, which was reviewed by The Guardian after being released by Republican lawmakers. In the letter, Chomsky describes his relationship with Epstein as "a most valuable experience," highlighting their intellectual exchanges and mutual interests.
The emails also show that Chomsky received approximately $270,000 from an account linked to Epstein, although the MIT professor has maintained that no money directly came from Epstein. Instead, he claimed it was a common fund related to his first marriage.
Further revelations include a 2015 email in which Epstein offered Chomsky use of his residences in New York and New Mexico, although it is unclear if Chomsky accepted the offer. The emails also shed light on Chomsky's role as University of Arizona laureate professor, a position he began in 2017.
The correspondence has raised eyebrows given Epstein's history of soliciting prostitution from minors and his eventual conviction on federal sex-trafficking charges in 2019. Trump's recent pledge to release a full list of Epstein's clients sparked renewed interest in the case, with some calling for further investigation into Epstein's associates.
As the situation continues to unfold, Chomsky remains tight-lipped about his relationship with Epstein, and neither MIT nor the University of Arizona has commented on their ties with the financier. The revelation highlights the complex web of connections between influential figures and individuals accused of serious wrongdoing.
Prominent linguist and philosopher Noam Chomsky had previously claimed to have maintained "regular contact" with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. However, newly released emails suggest that their association went far beyond occasional discussions on politics and academia.
The correspondence between the two men reveals a level of intimacy and familiarity, including personal interactions such as discussing musical interests and potential vacations. Chomsky even wrote a letter of support for Epstein in 2017, which was reviewed by The Guardian after being released by Republican lawmakers. In the letter, Chomsky describes his relationship with Epstein as "a most valuable experience," highlighting their intellectual exchanges and mutual interests.
The emails also show that Chomsky received approximately $270,000 from an account linked to Epstein, although the MIT professor has maintained that no money directly came from Epstein. Instead, he claimed it was a common fund related to his first marriage.
Further revelations include a 2015 email in which Epstein offered Chomsky use of his residences in New York and New Mexico, although it is unclear if Chomsky accepted the offer. The emails also shed light on Chomsky's role as University of Arizona laureate professor, a position he began in 2017.
The correspondence has raised eyebrows given Epstein's history of soliciting prostitution from minors and his eventual conviction on federal sex-trafficking charges in 2019. Trump's recent pledge to release a full list of Epstein's clients sparked renewed interest in the case, with some calling for further investigation into Epstein's associates.
As the situation continues to unfold, Chomsky remains tight-lipped about his relationship with Epstein, and neither MIT nor the University of Arizona has commented on their ties with the financier. The revelation highlights the complex web of connections between influential figures and individuals accused of serious wrongdoing.