new look at Trump and the Epstein files
Release and Removal: Thousands of files were briefly posted on the Justice Department website on Monday before being removed.
Legal Mandate: The release complies with a new law mandating the disclosure of Epstein-related records, which Trump himself signed.
Scope: While an initial tranche had few mentions of Trump, this second batch contains wide-ranging references to him and his properties.
Trump’s Ties to Epstein
Flight Records: Internal DOJ emails from 2020 reveal Trump flew on Epstein’s private jet at least eight times between 1993 and 1996—more than previously reported. Ghislaine Maxwell was present for at least four of those flights.
Mar-a-Lago Subpoena: Investigators subpoenaed Mar-a-Lago in 2021 for employment records from 1999–2001 to assist in the sex-trafficking case against Maxwell.
Uncorroborated Tips: The files include FBI tips from the early 2000s regarding Trump’s involvement with Epstein and parties at their properties; however, the documents do not indicate if these were ever investigated or corroborated.
Epstein’s Incarceration and Death
Suicide Precursors: Emails show prison officials observed Epstein with a “makeshift noose” around his neck approximately two weeks before his death.
Cell Assignment: Officials briefly planned to house Epstein with Cesar Sayoc, a convicted Trump supporter who mailed pipe bombs to Democrats.
Political Context and Reactions
Trump’s Response: Trump maintained he kicked Epstein out of Mar-a-Lago years ago for being a “creep” and criticized the focus on the documents, calling it a distraction from his administration’s successes.
Clinton References: The initial batch of files featured numerous photos of Bill Clinton with Epstein. Clinton’s spokesperson accused the administration of engineering the releases to protect Trump, a claim the DOJ denied.
Criminal Standing: The documents do not demonstrate criminal wrongdoing by Trump, and he has not been accused of involvement in Epstein’s crimes.
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