Secret recordings reveal that Dr Jay Varma, New York City’s former Covid-19 advisor, attended sex parties and underground dance events during the peak of the pandemic. These revelations have prompted city council members to call for an investigation into his actions.
Conservative podcaster Steven Crowder released the edited footage, showing Varma admitting to participating in these gatherings, despite the city’s strict covid guidelines. In one clip, Varma describes attending a dance party under a Wall Street bank, where he and others took MDMA (ecstasy or molly). He expressed relief that he wasn’t recognised, stating, “If anybody sees me, they’re gonna be pissed.”
The recordings, cut from multiple conversations, also show Varma discussing a sex party he hosted in a hotel room with eight or nine people. This gathering reportedly occurred during August, in the early months of the pandemic.
BREAKING: Former NYC Covid Czar Held Secret Drug-Fueled Sex Parties During Global Pandemic; Says New Yorkers Would Have Been “Pissed” If They Found Out Because He Was Running Entire Covid Response For City
Dr. Jay Varma, Former Senior Advisor for Public Health, NYC Mayor’s… pic.twitter.com/YrgniDUdFc
— Steven Crowder (@scrowder) September 19, 2024
During this time, Varma frequently appeared at public health briefings alongside Mayor Bill de Blasio, providing guidance and helping to craft health policies for New York City.
In a statement on Thursday, Jay Varma condemned the recordings, accusing a “right-wing organisation” of secretly taping and editing the footage. He acknowledged attending two private gatherings during his tenure at City Hall between April 2020 and May 2021 but maintained that some of the events mentioned took place four years earlier. He admitted to poor judgement but stood by his role in promoting vaccinations.
The revelations have led to calls for formal investigations. Queens Council Member Robert Holden wrote to Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg and NYPD Interim Commissioner Thomas Donlin, urging them to investigate. Holden emphasised that Varma, responsible for enforcing the city’s covid mandates, violated the same restrictions.
Dr. Jay Varma is seen in undercover footage bragging about having drug-fueled orgies while he locked down NYC.
Back in 2022, Varma was upset that the new Mayor Eric Adams was getting rid of the private sector vaccine mandate.
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— Breanna Morello (@BreannaMorello) September 19, 2024
Councilwoman Vickie Paladino and the Common Sense Caucus also called for an inquiry into New York’s covid policies, highlighting Varma’s involvement in mass firings and vaccine mandates.
A City Hall spokesperson clarified that Varma’s employment ended in May 2021 and reaffirmed the health department’s efforts to protect New Yorkers during both the de Blasio and Adams administrations.
What Other Media Are Saying
- Fox 5 NY views Varma’s admission of attending sex parties while promoting strict covid measures as undermining the public trust in health officials during a critical time. (Read more)
- New York Post reported that the allegations against Varma reveal a stark hypocrisy. While he enforced health guidelines, his private life contradicts the very principles he advocated, damaging public confidence. (Read more)
- NBC News sees Varma’s secret life during the pandemic as a troubling disconnect between public health messaging and personal conduct, raising concerns about accountability among those in leadership positions. (Read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
What did Dr Jay Varma do during the pandemic that caused controversy?
Varma attended sex parties and an underground dance event during the pandemic, despite promoting strict covid safety measures for New Yorkers.
Who released the recordings of Varma?
Conservative podcaster Steven Crowder released the edited videos showing Varma admitting to attending parties during the pandemic.
When did Varma’s controversial gatherings take place?
he gatherings occurred during his tenure between April 2020 and May 2021, though some events he referred to happened four years earlier.
What did Varma say in his statement?
Varma criticised the recordings as edited and out of context, acknowledging poor judgment but standing by his public health efforts during the pandemic.
Are there any investigations into Varma’s actions?
Yes, city council members have called for formal investigations into Varma’s actions during the pandemic, including requests sent to the Manhattan DA and NYPD.
