"Dozens of Southern California politicians on Wednesday said that Casey Wasserman needs to step down from overseeing the 2028 Olympics - the latest push to oust the embattled mogul in the aftermath of the latest Epstein files release. The Los Angeles County legislative delegation, which represents 37 state senators and Assembly members, said in a statement that Wasserman should resign."
"In addition, state Sen. Ben Allen (D-Santa Monica), a member of the group, chairs the state special committee on the 2028 Olympics and other major events. "Mr. Wasserman's past personal conduct has become a distraction and LA28's leadership must be singularly focused on ensuring a safe and successful games for athletes, spectators and visitors to Los Angeles from around the world," said Assemblymember Tina McKinnor (D-Hawthorne) in a statement on behalf of the group."
Dozens of Southern California politicians demanded Casey Wasserman step down from overseeing the 2028 Olympics after revelations tied him to Ghislaine Maxwell. The Los Angeles County legislative delegation, representing 37 state senators and Assembly members, formally called for his resignation. State Sen. Ben Allen chairs the state special committee on the 2028 Olympics and other major events. Assemblymember Tina McKinnor said Wasserman's past personal conduct has become a distraction and LA28's leadership must be singularly focused on ensuring a safe and successful games. The state directs funding and resources for the Olympics, including about $100 million for Exposition Park improvements. Several gubernatorial forum candidates said Wasserman should resign. Wasserman announced plans to sell his talent agency amid the fallout.
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