哈佛调查学生记录Summers对Epstein关系道歉, 引发自由言论辩论。 Harvard investigates students for recording Summers’ apology on Epstein ties, sparking free speech debate.

哈佛正在调查两名学生秘密拍摄前总统劳伦斯·萨默斯(Lawrence Summers)在一次演讲中, 他对过去与杰弗里·埃普斯坦(Jeffrey Epstein)的关系表示遗憾, Harvard is investigating two students for secretly recording former president Lawrence Summers during a lecture where he expressed regret over his past ties to Jeffrey Epstein, including correspondence that resumed after Epstein’s 2013 conviction. 记录显示Summers承认自己与Epstein的关系, 并宣布他将从公共生活中后退。 The recordings, which went viral, captured Summers acknowledging his relationship with Epstein and announcing he would step back from public life. 哈佛列举了其反对未经授权的课堂录音的政策,警告可能采取纪律处分行动。 Harvard cited its policy against unauthorized classroom recording, warning of potential disciplinary action. 调查引发了立法者和学者的强烈反响, 他们认为这威胁言论自由和问责制, The probe has sparked backlash from lawmakers and academics who argue it threatens free speech and accountability, especially given the broader scrutiny of Epstein’s network and its connections to powerful figures.