Chomsky’s wife apologizes for the philosopher’s relationship with Epstein, which she describes as a “serious mistake” | International

. The worst sexual predator in the history of the United States, as a judge described him a few years ago, was intelligent, had people skills and knew how to gain the trust of the elite. This allowed him to build a dense network of contacts of the highest level and condition that he took advantage of for his businesses. The millionaire pedophile and child molester died at the age of 66 in a maximum security prison in Manhattan while awaiting trial. The files declassified at the end of January by the Department of Justice related to the investigation of the sexual exploitation network and the suicide of the New York financier leave an uncomfortable trail of characters harmed by their links with Epstein when he had already been convicted of sex trafficking and child abuse. One of the most surprising names is the .

The 97-year-old philosopher and linguist had a shocking relationship with the magnate. The case files show an intense exchange of messages between 2018 and 2019, when Epstein was already under investigation for sexual abuse. “I have seen the horrible treatment that the press and the public are giving you. It is painful to say it, but I think the best way to proceed is to ignore it,” , who had asked him for advice on handling the media commotion caused by the accusation. “What the vultures crave is a public response that, in turn, provides a public opportunity for an avalanche of poisonous attacks, many of them coming from simple publicity seekers or crackpots of all kinds,” the philosopher recommended to the magnate. He had previously written to him to ask if he should defend himself or “try to ignore” the matter.

Seven years later, when the Department of Justice has declassified the last batch of documents, which has shed light on more than three million documents, thousands of photos and videos, which reveal the power relations of the New York magnate, Valeria Chomsky, the intellectual’s wife, has published a letter in which she asks for “forgiveness” for her partner’s relationship with Epstein.

Victoria Chomsky, the author’s second wife, describes this relationship as a “serious mistake.” “We were negligent in not thoroughly investigating his background. It was a serious mistake, and for that error in judgment, I apologize on behalf of both of us. Noam told me, before his stroke, that he felt the same way,” wrote the author’s partner. Syntactic Structures. “It was deeply disturbing for both of us to realize that we had had a relationship with someone who presented himself as a helpful friend, but who led a hidden life of criminal, inhumane and perverted acts,” he added in the three-page letter. “Since the extent of his crimes was revealed, we have been shocked,” he emphasizes.

José María Santana, associate researcher of Noam Chomsky, has published the couple’s apology letter through the social network “When we were introduced to Epstein, he presented himself as a philanthropist who supported science and as a financial expert. By presenting himself in this way, Epstein caught Noam’s attention and they began to exchange correspondence. Without knowing it, we opened the door to a Trojan horse,” justifies the wife of the left-wing intellectual, who continues. “Epstein began circling Noam, sending him gifts and creating opportunities for interesting conversations in areas Noam has worked extensively in. We regret that we did not perceive this as a strategy to ensnare us and attempt to undermine the causes Noam champions.”

The documents also reveal a payment of $20,000 (about 17,000 euros) from Epstein to Chomsky. “To explain the nature of the check sent to us from Epstein’s office, Epstein asked Noam to develop a language challenge that Epstein wanted to establish as a regular prize. Noam worked on it and Epstein sent a check for $20,000 as payment. Epstein’s office contacted me to arrange for the check to be sent to our home address,” the wife explains in her letter.

In another of the files a transfer to the philosopher appears. This is a Deutsche Bank bank document containing various payments and transfers. In one of the notes, in March 2018, a money transfer of $269,159 to “a renowned linguist” stands out. Chomsky’s partner confirms that the money reached her husband’s account, but explains the movement. “With regard to the reported transfer of approximately $270,000, I must clarify that these were Noam’s own funds. At that time, Noam had identified inconsistencies in his retirement resources that threatened his financial independence and caused him great distress. Epstein offered technical assistance to resolve this specific situation.”

Although the appearance of Noam Chomsky’s name does not imply any irregularity, it does represent a blow to the reputation of the famous critical thinker against capitalism and US imperialism.

Another of the surprising contacts that Epstein organized is that of Chomsky with Steve Bannon, Donald Trump’s former advisor during his first term. A far-right communicator, who likes to spread hoaxes and fuel conspiracy theories.

Epstein put both characters in contact in 2018 to try to cleanse his image already marred by accusations of abuse, pedophilia and exploitation of minors. Bannon proposed making a documentary about the financier’s philanthropic work. “There is no one further left than him or further right than you. It’s like putting Hitler and Gandhi together to share a hot dog,” Epstein wrote to Bannon.

A few days later, Chomsky contacted Bannon: “Jeffrey gave me your address. I hope we can agree on something.” Trump’s influential adviser, a key figure in the Republican’s nationalist and populist thinking, responded: “I’m delighted to connect.”