Larry Summers will resign from Harvard amid scrutiny over his past ties to Jeffrey Epstein, citing regret for his actions.

Larry Summers, former Harvard president and U.S. Treasury Secretary, will resign from all academic roles at Harvard by the end of the academic year amid an ongoing university review of his past connections to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The decision follows the release of government documents revealing years of correspondence between Summers and Epstein, including personal and romantic discussions, and multiple flights on Epstein’s private jet. Summers cited regret over his actions, calling them a "misguided decision," and expressed shame for continuing contact despite Epstein’s criminal history. While no evidence links Summers to Epstein’s crimes, Harvard received millions in donations from Epstein during Summers’ presidency. Summers, who served as president from 2001 to 2006, will retire from formal teaching but plans to continue research and commentary on global economic issues.