Lang, the director of the Arab World Institute in France, resigns following references to him in documents related to the Epstein case, although he maintains his innocence.
Lang, who is 86, is the highest-ranking French official mentioned in the recently released documents regarding the Epstein case. While the inclusion in these documents does not imply he has committed a crime, it casts a shadow over his reputation. He was invited to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to explain his connections but chose to resign instead.
The resignation has sparked discussions about the implications of being associated with Epstein, a convicted sex offender, and the impact such associations can have on professional and personal reputations. Lang's attorney stated that the resignation comes with regret, emphasizing that the interests of the Arab World Institute were his top priority. This situation highlights the scrutiny that public figures face when linked to controversial figures.
Furthermore, the media report that Lang had reached out to Epstein multiple times for assistance, and that his daughter's name surfaced in documents relating to an offshore company she co-owned with Epstein. This revelation forced his daughter, producer Karoline Lang, to also resign from her position at the Independent Producers Union. Resignation in both cases illustrates the far-reaching consequences of the Epstein scandal, affecting not only individuals directly implicated but also their families and associated institutions.
