Larry Summers, the former President of Harvard and U.S. Treasury Secretary, has announced he is stepping back from public commitments after a cache of emails linked him to Jeffrey Epstein surfaced. Expressing deep shame over the revelations, Summers faces growing criticism for his ties to the disgraced financier. The emails suggest a close relationship between Summers and Epstein, raising questions about his judgment, especially as details emerge of Summers seeking advice from Epstein on personal matters. In light of the backlash, including calls from figures like Senator Warren for institutions to sever ties, Summers has decided to pause all public engagements while grappling with the fallout from the correspondence. His decision marks a significant retreat from public life, as various media outlets, including The New York Times, have also distanced themselves from him.