A Republican-led U.S. House committee released over 33,000 pages of documents on the Jeffrey Epstein case, including court files, interviews, and audio recordings. The release aims to increase transparency amid pressure to reveal more details.


USA: Epstein files include flight logs, court filings & depositions 

A US federal judge has rejected the Trump-era Justice Department’s request to unseal grand jury records related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Citing privacy concerns, minimal relevance, and the extensive existing investigative material, Judge Richard Berman ruled against disclosing the documents. The court emphasized that the grand jury files contain just “a hearsay snippet” and are far outweighed by over 100,000 pages of already available material. This marks the third federal rejection of attempts to access sealed grand jury content in the Epstein case.

The Epstein files: U.S. judge blocks Trump-era request to unseal grand jury records

Social media claims have surfaced in recent days saying that convicted sex offender &nbsp;Ghislaine Maxwell "allowed to move freely" or has “disappeared from jail”. Here is a fact check:&nbsp;<h2>What happened to &nbsp;Ghislaine Maxwell?</h2>Maxwell, an associate of the late convicted child abuser Jeffrey Epstein, was sentenced to 20 years in jail for sex offences. Her sentence will end in 2037 unless it's overturned or commuted. Her appeals and requests for pardon are still under consideration.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/-will-ghislaine-maxwell-reveal-the-truth-about-jeffrey-epstein-s-client-list-1752750879595/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/-will-ghislaine-maxwell-reveal-the-truth-about-jeffrey-epstein-s-client-list-1752750879595/embed</a><h2>Was Ghislaine Maxwell moved to a minimum security prison?</h2>Yes, Maxwell was transferred recently to a minimum-security jail. She is now in the federal prison camp, FPC Bryan in Texas, which is less restrictive than her previous facility, FCI Tallahassee in Florida. This reportedly gives more lenient conditions than usual for sex offenders. The US Bureau of Prisons (BOP) confirmed the transfer without explanation. The US Justice Department (DOJ) has not linked it to her recent cooperation with them on the Epstein case.&nbsp;<h2>Can Ghislaine Maxwell move around freely in the new prison?</h2>She will still be under supervision, and cannot leave without authorisation. &nbsp;Minimum-security facilities usually have fewer physical barriers and more lenient rules, yet are controlled environments.<h2>What is FPC Bryan, where Ghislaine Maxwell is lodged, like?</h2>FPC Bryan is an all-female minimum-security camp with around 635 inmates. It has dormitory-style housing, low staff-to-inmate ratios, and limited or no perimeter fencing. Inmates have more freedom of movement within the facility during designated times. They can do work assignments, recreational activities like yoga, which Maxwell reportedly teaches, and vocational training. But the inmates' schedules are strict, and they are under suprevision and regulations. The prison has low or no fencing, with lower BOP staff presence.All this is creating a perception that Maxwell has greater freedom.<h2>Why was Maxwell transferred to a new prison?</h2>BOP did not officially declare a reason, but usually these transfers are on account of security needs, medical requirements and protection measures.Maxwell was moved after speaking to DoJ officials: she was interviewed for two days by DoJ's Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche about the Epstein case, raising speculation that she is getting leeway. The move to a minimum security prison is unusual indeed, given that sex offenders also have a Public Safety Factor (PSF) designation, which BOP has waived in her case.<h2>What are the authorities saying about Maxwell's move to a minimum security prison?</h2>The DOJ did not issue a direct statement on the transfer, but had in the past opposed Maxwell’s Supreme Court appeal to overturn her conviction. Maxwell’s attorney, while confirming the transfer, declined any further comment. He has advocated for a presidential pardon so that Maxwell could testify openly about the Epstein case. The US Congress's House Oversight Committee had subpoenaed Maxwell for deposition, but postponed it until after the Supreme Court appeal decision.&nbsp;<h2>How social media fuelled rumours about Maxwell's ‘free movement’&nbsp;</h2>Recent social media posts suggested that Maxwell was ‘no longer in custody’ or ‘has disappeared’ or ‘is moving freely’. &nbsp;Epstein and Maxwell’s accusers condemned the transfer as preferential treatment, calling the Texas facility a "luxury prison." The lack of government transparency and the timing of the DOJ meeting with Maxwell are fuelling such conspiracy theories online.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Bureau of Prisons did not officially declare a reason, but usually these transfers are on account of security needs, medical requirements and protection measures.

Social media claims have surfaced in recent days saying that convicted sex offender Ghislaine Maxwell "allowed to move freely" or has “disappeared from jail”. Here is a fact check: What happened to Ghislaine Maxwell? Maxwell, an associate of the late convicted child abuser Jeffrey Epstein, was sentenced to 20 years in jail for sex offences. Her sentence will end in 2037 unless it's overturned or commuted. Her appeals and requests for pardon are still under consideration. https://www.wionews.com/videos/-will-ghislaine-maxwell-reveal-the-truth-about-jeffrey-epstein-s-client-list-1752750879595/embed Was Ghislaine Maxwell moved to a minimum security prison? Yes, Maxwell was transferred recently to a minimum-security jail. She is now in the federal prison camp, FPC Bryan in Texas, which is less restrictive than her previous facility, FCI Tallahassee in Florida. This reportedly gives more lenient conditions than usual for sex offenders. The US Bureau of Prisons (BOP) confirmed the transfer without explanation. The US Justice Department (DOJ) has not linked it to her recent cooperation with them on the Epstein case. Can Ghislaine Maxwell move around freely in the new prison? She will still be under supervision, and cannot leave without authorisation. Minimum-security facilities usually have fewer physical barriers and more lenient rules, yet are controlled environments. What is FPC Bryan, where Ghislaine Maxwell is lodged, like? FPC Bryan is an all-female minimum-security camp with around 635 inmates. It has dormitory-style housing, low staff-to-inmate ratios, and limited or no perimeter fencing. Inmates have more freedom of movement within the facility during designated times. They can do work assignments, recreational activities like yoga, which Maxwell reportedly teaches, and vocational training. But the inmates' schedules are strict, and they are under suprevision and regulations. The prison has low or no fencing, with lower BOP staff presence. All this is creating a perception that Maxwell has greater freedom. Why was Maxwell transferred to a new prison? BOP did not officially declare a reason, but usually these transfers are on account of security needs, medical requirements and protection measures. Maxwell was moved after speaking to DoJ officials: she was interviewed for two days by DoJ's Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche about the Epstein case, raising speculation that she is getting leeway. The move to a minimum security prison is unusual indeed, given that sex offenders also have a Public Safety Factor (PSF) designation, which BOP has waived in her case. What are the authorities saying about Maxwell's move to a minimum security prison? The DOJ did not issue a direct statement on the transfer, but had in the past opposed Maxwell’s Supreme Court appeal to overturn her conviction. Maxwell’s attorney, while confirming the transfer, declined any further comment. He has advocated for a presidential pardon so that Maxwell could testify openly about the Epstein case. The US Congress's House Oversight Committee had subpoenaed Maxwell for deposition, but postponed it until after the Supreme Court appeal decision. How social media fuelled rumours about Maxwell's ‘free movement’ Recent social media posts suggested that Maxwell was ‘no longer in custody’ or ‘has disappeared’ or ‘is moving freely’. Epstein and Maxwell’s accusers condemned the transfer as preferential treatment, calling the Texas facility a "luxury prison." The lack of government transparency and the timing of the DOJ meeting with Maxwell are fuelling such conspiracy theories online.

The Bureau of Prisons did not officially declare a reason, but usually these transfers are on account of security needs, medical requirements and protection measures.

Fact check: Is sex offender Ghislaine Maxwell allowed to move freely' in prison? Verifying online claims

Just when the Epstein saga seemed to be taking a backseat with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-announces-new-tariff-rates-for-countries-in-escalation-of-trump-s-trade-war-india-faces-25-full-list-here-1754009429716">Trump's tariff pressure </a>on the world and his possible meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, US Vice President JD Vance might have stirred up a hornets' nest with his latest comments linking Democrats to the Epstein Files. Vance accused former US President Joe Biden of doing nothing to release the Epstein Files and defended Trump, stating that he has demanded transparency on the issue. However, Vice President Vance's comments did the opposite of what he expected. It renewed calls for the release of the Epstein Files.&nbsp;In an interview with Fox News, Vance said that Joe Biden did 'absolutely nothing' to release the Epstein Files. "Now President Trump has demanded full transparency from this. And yet somehow the Democrats are attacking him and not the Biden administration, which did nothing for four years,” he said. “The Democrats have tried to make this whole Epstein thing about anything but the fact that Democrat billionaires and Democrat political leaders went to Epstein's island all the time,“ Vance added. Vance also repeated claims made by US President Donald Trump that former president Bill Clinton went to Epstein's island. "Who knows what they did, but it’s totally reasonable to ask these questions," he said.&nbsp;Read More |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-flip-flops-on-jeffrey-epstein-files-scam-even-as-ghislaine-maxwell-answers-all-questions-by-doj-1753423847252"> Trump flip-flops on Epstein Files 'SCAM'</a><h2>Vance's move backfires</h2>Even as Vance did agree that there was a strategy meeting in the White House with Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI chief Kash Patel, he rejected the claims that they discussed the Epstein Files and the controversy around it. However, if reports are to be believed, the three strategised on how to handle media coverage on the Epstein Files. But Vance's comments did what the White House might not have expected. Republican lawyer George Conway took to X and asked if Democrats are named in the Epstein Files, then why aren't Trump releasing the files. Jon Favreau, Barack Obama’s former head speechwriter, said, "Release the names! Democrats, Republicans, billionaires, or not. What are you afraid of, JD Vance?” &nbsp;House Democratic Whip Katherine Clark shared an article that claimed Trump's name is in the list and wrote on X, “Who’s going to tell him?”<h2>Epstein Files and the controversy around it</h2>Recently, Jeffrey Epstein's former girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell, was transferred from a Florida prison to a lower-security facility in Texas to continue serving her 20-year sentence. She was moved to a Texas prison days after Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, who also served in Trump's legal team, grilled her. Maxwell's lawyer, in a statement after the interrogation, said that she answered all questions and the truth will be out soon. As per several reports, Maxwell was seen carrying a box with her after she met Todd Blanche. Meanwhile, Trump said that he is unaware that Maxwell has been moved to a Texas prison.&nbsp;Last month, Trump also accepted that Jeffrey Epstein 'stole' young girls, including<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jeffrey-epstein-accuser-virginia-giuffre-was-once-employed-by-donald-trump-hired-by-ghislaine-maxwell-1753869624224"> Virginia Giuffre</a>, from his Mar-a-Lago spa. He said that he cut all ties with Epstein after the convicted sex offender did not pay heed to his warnings about stealing girls from Trump's spa. Trump also said that he did not know what he did with these girls. The Trump administration is facing immense pressure for the release of the Epstein Files, with Trump's former buddy Elon Musk claiming that his name is also on the list. Moreover, Trump's alleged handwritten letters, with drawings of a naked woman, for Epstein's 50th birthday in 2003, were also released by the Wall Street Journal. Trump sued the newspaper, denying the claims.&nbsp;&nbsp;

United States Vice President JD Vance wanted to deflect the questions around the ongoing Epstein Files controversy, but his comments renewed calls for the release of the controversial files. He blamed the Democrats including Joe Biden, but his MAGA base now wants the files out

Just when the Epstein saga seemed to be taking a backseat with Trump's tariff pressure on the world and his possible meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, US Vice President JD Vance might have stirred up a hornets' nest with his latest comments linking Democrats to the Epstein Files. Vance accused former US President Joe Biden of doing nothing to release the Epstein Files and defended Trump, stating that he has demanded transparency on the issue. However, Vice President Vance's comments did the opposite of what he expected. It renewed calls for the release of the Epstein Files. In an interview with Fox News, Vance said that Joe Biden did 'absolutely nothing' to release the Epstein Files. "Now President Trump has demanded full transparency from this. And yet somehow the Democrats are attacking him and not the Biden administration, which did nothing for four years,” he said. “The Democrats have tried to make this whole Epstein thing about anything but the fact that Democrat billionaires and Democrat political leaders went to Epstein's island all the time,“ Vance added. Vance also repeated claims made by US President Donald Trump that former president Bill Clinton went to Epstein's island. "Who knows what they did, but it’s totally reasonable to ask these questions," he said. Read More | Trump flip-flops on Epstein Files 'SCAM' Vance's move backfires Even as Vance did agree that there was a strategy meeting in the White House with Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI chief Kash Patel, he rejected the claims that they discussed the Epstein Files and the controversy around it. However, if reports are to be believed, the three strategised on how to handle media coverage on the Epstein Files. But Vance's comments did what the White House might not have expected. Republican lawyer George Conway took to X and asked if Democrats are named in the Epstein Files, then why aren't Trump releasing the files. Jon Favreau, Barack Obama’s former head speechwriter, said, "Release the names! Democrats, Republicans, billionaires, or not. What are you afraid of, JD Vance?” House Democratic Whip Katherine Clark shared an article that claimed Trump's name is in the list and wrote on X, “Who’s going to tell him?” Epstein Files and the controversy around it Recently, Jeffrey Epstein's former girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell, was transferred from a Florida prison to a lower-security facility in Texas to continue serving her 20-year sentence. She was moved to a Texas prison days after Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, who also served in Trump's legal team, grilled her. Maxwell's lawyer, in a statement after the interrogation, said that she answered all questions and the truth will be out soon. As per several reports, Maxwell was seen carrying a box with her after she met Todd Blanche. Meanwhile, Trump said that he is unaware that Maxwell has been moved to a Texas prison. Last month, Trump also accepted that Jeffrey Epstein 'stole' young girls, including Virginia Giuffre, from his Mar-a-Lago spa. He said that he cut all ties with Epstein after the convicted sex offender did not pay heed to his warnings about stealing girls from Trump's spa. Trump also said that he did not know what he did with these girls. The Trump administration is facing immense pressure for the release of the Epstein Files, with Trump's former buddy Elon Musk claiming that his name is also on the list. Moreover, Trump's alleged handwritten letters, with drawings of a naked woman, for Epstein's 50th birthday in 2003, were also released by the Wall Street Journal. Trump sued the newspaper, denying the claims.

United States Vice President JD Vance wanted to deflect the questions around the ongoing Epstein Files controversy, but his comments renewed calls for the release of the controversial files. He blamed the Democrats including Joe Biden, but his MAGA base now wants the files out

'Went to the island...': JD Vance links Democrats to Epstein, ends up renewing calls for release of controversial files

United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Aug 6) said that he was not aware that Jeffrey Epstein's former girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell, was transferred to a different prison recently. Ghislaine Maxwell was transferred from a Florida prison to a lower-security facility in Texas to continue serving her 20-year sentence for helping &nbsp;Epstein sexually abuse underage girls, the U.S. Bureau of Prisons said last Friday. Trump's answer has raised eyebrows as the move came right after the Justice Department's number two, that is, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, grilled Maxwell. The grilling came amid huge demand for the release of the Epstein Files by Trump's critics as well as a few MAGA supporters.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Were you aware of and did you personally approve the prison transfer for Ghislaine Maxwell that your Justice Department —” Trump was asked by CNN’s Kaitlan Collins. “I didn’t know about it at all, nope. I read about it just like you did,” the president cut in, adding later that the transfer was “not a very uncommon thing.”&nbsp;Notably, Maxwell's lawyer, after her meeting with Blanche, said that she answered all the questions and has nothing to hide. He also said that the truth will be out soon. She was also seen carrying a big box after she was grilled by Maxwell. Soon after, she was moved from FCI Tallahassee, a low-security prison, to the Federal Prison Camp in Bryan, Texas.&nbsp;<h2>Epstein Files and Donald Trump</h2>The Epstein files are a collection of legal documents, court records, and investigative materials connected to Jeffrey Epstein, a wealthy financier accused of operating a sex trafficking ring involving underage girls. These files have drawn international attention due to Epstein’s links to high-profile figures in politics, business, and entertainment. A major part of the Epstein files comes from court cases, a defamation lawsuit filed by Virginia Giuffre, one of Epstein’s most outspoken accusers. In early 2024, hundreds of pages of these court documents were unsealed, revealing names, emails, and testimonies involving powerful individuals; however, large portions remain sealed or redacted. Jeffrey Epstein died under controversial circumstances in a Manhattan jail cell in August 2019.&nbsp;&nbsp;During his campaign for the presidency, Donald Trump said he would release the Epstein Files; however, he took a U-turn after coming to power and has now said that he cannot understand why his supporters are demanding its release. He also called it a ‘hoax’ started by the Democrats and the radicals. He said that the Justice Department should release the details to avoid controversy around those not involved. However, his former buddy Elon Musk had in May claimed that US president's name is present in the controversial files.&nbsp;<h2>Melania's involvement in Epstein saga&nbsp;</h2>Speaking to the Daily Beast podcast, Wolff said that Melania was very much involved in Epstein's social circle and Epstein was the link how she met Donald Trump. "She’s introduced by a model agent, both of whom Trump and Epstein are involved with. She’s been introduced to Trump that way. Epstein [knew] her well," Wolff said. Trump and Melania reportedly met in September 1998 through Paolo Zampolli, the founder of ID Models, who helped Melania emigrate to the United States. Zampolli had ties to Epstein and his former girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell, Politico reported. “Where does [Melania] fit into the Epstein story? Where does she fit into this, into this whole culture of models of indeterminate age? So this is another complicated dimension in this,” she added. However, the White House Communications Director Steven Cheung blasted Wolff as a "fraud" over his statement about Melania Trump.&nbsp;

Trump said he was unaware of Ghislaine Maxwell’s recent prison transfer to a lower-security Texas facility. The move followed her grilling by Deputy AG Todd Blanche, raising questions amid calls—including from some MAGA supporters—for the release of the Epstein Files.

United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Aug 6) said that he was not aware that Jeffrey Epstein's former girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell, was transferred to a different prison recently. Ghislaine Maxwell was transferred from a Florida prison to a lower-security facility in Texas to continue serving her 20-year sentence for helping Epstein sexually abuse underage girls, the U.S. Bureau of Prisons said last Friday. Trump's answer has raised eyebrows as the move came right after the Justice Department's number two, that is, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, grilled Maxwell. The grilling came amid huge demand for the release of the Epstein Files by Trump's critics as well as a few MAGA supporters. “Were you aware of and did you personally approve the prison transfer for Ghislaine Maxwell that your Justice Department —” Trump was asked by CNN’s Kaitlan Collins. “I didn’t know about it at all, nope. I read about it just like you did,” the president cut in, adding later that the transfer was “not a very uncommon thing.” Notably, Maxwell's lawyer, after her meeting with Blanche, said that she answered all the questions and has nothing to hide. He also said that the truth will be out soon. She was also seen carrying a big box after she was grilled by Maxwell. Soon after, she was moved from FCI Tallahassee, a low-security prison, to the Federal Prison Camp in Bryan, Texas. Epstein Files and Donald Trump The Epstein files are a collection of legal documents, court records, and investigative materials connected to Jeffrey Epstein, a wealthy financier accused of operating a sex trafficking ring involving underage girls. These files have drawn international attention due to Epstein’s links to high-profile figures in politics, business, and entertainment. A major part of the Epstein files comes from court cases, a defamation lawsuit filed by Virginia Giuffre, one of Epstein’s most outspoken accusers. In early 2024, hundreds of pages of these court documents were unsealed, revealing names, emails, and testimonies involving powerful individuals; however, large portions remain sealed or redacted. Jeffrey Epstein died under controversial circumstances in a Manhattan jail cell in August 2019. During his campaign for the presidency, Donald Trump said he would release the Epstein Files; however, he took a U-turn after coming to power and has now said that he cannot understand why his supporters are demanding its release. He also called it a ‘hoax’ started by the Democrats and the radicals. He said that the Justice Department should release the details to avoid controversy around those not involved. However, his former buddy Elon Musk had in May claimed that US president's name is present in the controversial files. Melania's involvement in Epstein saga Speaking to the Daily Beast podcast, Wolff said that Melania was very much involved in Epstein's social circle and Epstein was the link how she met Donald Trump. "She’s introduced by a model agent, both of whom Trump and Epstein are involved with. She’s been introduced to Trump that way. Epstein [knew] her well," Wolff said. Trump and Melania reportedly met in September 1998 through Paolo Zampolli, the founder of ID Models, who helped Melania emigrate to the United States. Zampolli had ties to Epstein and his former girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell, Politico reported. “Where does [Melania] fit into the Epstein story? Where does she fit into this, into this whole culture of models of indeterminate age? So this is another complicated dimension in this,” she added. However, the White House Communications Director Steven Cheung blasted Wolff as a "fraud" over his statement about Melania Trump.

Trump said he was unaware of Ghislaine Maxwell’s recent prison transfer to a lower-security Texas facility. The move followed her grilling by Deputy AG Todd Blanche, raising questions amid calls—including from some MAGA supporters—for the release of the Epstein Files.

Ghislaine Maxwell moved to Texas prison after Trump's nod? Here's what US president says

In the never-ending saga of long-shadowed Epstein files, questions are now swirling around the FBI’s decision to redact former President Donald Trump's name from the documents relating to the Epstein associates. A recent report by Bloomberg cites why Trump's name was redacted from the Epstein-related records.Earlier in Mid July, Senator Richard Durbin asked in letter to the Attorney General Pam Bondi, FBI Director Kash Patel, and Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino, “According to information my office received, the FBI was pressured to put approximately 1,000 personnel in its Information Management Division (IMD) … on 24-hour shifts to review approximately 100,000 Epstein-related records to produce more documents that could then be released on an arbitrarily short deadline.” “Who decided to reassign hundreds of New York Field Office personnel to this March review of Epstein-related records? Why were personnel told to flag records in which President Trump was mentioned?” wrote DurbinThe rationale, even though baffling, but not uncommon. According to the Bloomberg report, prior to potential public release, when the document was with the FOIA officers, they applied redaction with nine exemptions. Particularly for the case of Trump, there were two exemptions. Exemption 6, which protects individuals from “an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy.” The report cites sources which claim that Trump was a private citizen when the Federal Investigation of Epstein was launched in 2006. Thus, it excludes the release of documents that might result in embarrassment to the person. The second is 7C, which exempts the release of personal information contained in law enforcement records.&nbsp;This is not the first documented use of an exemption to conceal information from the public; it is a common practice for government agencies to use privacy grounds to defend public figures like the US President Donald Trump. While FOIA redactions are not unusual, critics argue a broader pattern of selective shielding when it comes to politically powerful figures.

Why did the FBI redact former President Donald Trump's name from the documents relating to the Epstein associates? The bureau's FOIA team tasked with the redaction last month said that releasing the documents ‘would not be appropriate or warranted.’

In the never-ending saga of long-shadowed Epstein files, questions are now swirling around the FBI’s decision to redact former President Donald Trump's name from the documents relating to the Epstein associates. A recent report by Bloomberg cites why Trump's name was redacted from the Epstein-related records. Earlier in Mid July, Senator Richard Durbin asked in letter to the Attorney General Pam Bondi, FBI Director Kash Patel, and Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino, “According to information my office received, the FBI was pressured to put approximately 1,000 personnel in its Information Management Division (IMD) … on 24-hour shifts to review approximately 100,000 Epstein-related records to produce more documents that could then be released on an arbitrarily short deadline.” “Who decided to reassign hundreds of New York Field Office personnel to this March review of Epstein-related records? Why were personnel told to flag records in which President Trump was mentioned?” wrote Durbin The rationale, even though baffling, but not uncommon. According to the Bloomberg report, prior to potential public release, when the document was with the FOIA officers, they applied redaction with nine exemptions. Particularly for the case of Trump, there were two exemptions. Exemption 6, which protects individuals from “an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy.” The report cites sources which claim that Trump was a private citizen when the Federal Investigation of Epstein was launched in 2006. Thus, it excludes the release of documents that might result in embarrassment to the person. The second is 7C, which exempts the release of personal information contained in law enforcement records. This is not the first documented use of an exemption to conceal information from the public; it is a common practice for government agencies to use privacy grounds to defend public figures like the US President Donald Trump. While FOIA redactions are not unusual, critics argue a broader pattern of selective shielding when it comes to politically powerful figures.

Why did the FBI redact former President Donald Trump's name from the documents relating to the Epstein associates? The bureau's FOIA team tasked with the redaction last month said that releasing the documents ‘would not be appropriate or warranted.’

Why did the FBI black out Trump's name from Epstein Files?

After Federal Bureau of Investigation director Kash Patel and the US Justice Department issued a memo on the Epstein case, Patel's girlfriend Alexis Wilkins has been involved in several conspiracy theories, one of which accused her of being Israel's Mossad agent, sent to manipulate the FBI director. Wilkins has now been pushing back the theories and rumours, describing it as "incredibly disheartening." The 26-year-old singer has been slammed on the internet, as some called her "honeypotting" Kash Patel on behalf of another nation, according to a New York Post report. Alexis, while speaking on the "Megyn Kelly Show", said that the critics twisted her background, adding that, "I think people see certain pieces and I get it." “They want to connect things, they want to justify, some of the pain that they’ve been through watching the last four years, and there are pieces of this that, you know, I can understand,” she said. She added, "I think that they’ve taken just these pieces of evidence that you laid out and tied them together in all of the wrong ways.” All this comes after the US Justice Department closed the Epstein case and concluded that there was no foul play in Epstein's death. Since many people believe Epstein was a Mossad agent, they assumed that there is Israeli pressure on the US cover-up of Epstein files and Wilkins is the "honeypot". "The fact that it's accusing me of manipulating the person I love is a horrible accusation," Alexis said on Megyn Kelly's show. Some of the theories were based on Wilkin's past, as she was connected with PragerU, a conservative media nonprofit. Its CEO, Marissa Streit, once served in the Israeli army. But, Kash Patel's girlfriend has no ties with Israel and is Armenian and Christian. When Megyn Kelly asked her directly if she was a spy, Wilkins firmly responded, “Definitely not, that is a firm no on that front.” Earlier last month, Wilkins took to X, and while expressing frustration, called the accusations "insanely ridiculous"."It’s disappointing to see people with no real contribution to political discourse spin ridiculous conspiracy theories out of thin air,” she wrote. “These accusations are obviously insanely ridiculous.”<h2>FBI director frustrated</h2>When Megyn Kelly asked Wilkins about the FBI director's reaction to the online criticism, she said that Patel is fine with people coming after him, but he got frustrated when it came to her. She added that Patel is not allowed to speak about his work with her and she knows nothing more than what the public gets to know. "He was very unhappy to say the least," Wilkins said. Addressing why there's very little information about her personal life, she said that he wanted that "childhood" side to be protected, not because she is a "spy" for any government.&nbsp;

The 26-year-old singer has been slammed on the internet, as some called her "honeypotting" Kash Patel on behalf of another nation, according to a New York Post report.

After Federal Bureau of Investigation director Kash Patel and the US Justice Department issued a memo on the Epstein case, Patel's girlfriend Alexis Wilkins has been involved in several conspiracy theories, one of which accused her of being Israel's Mossad agent, sent to manipulate the FBI director. Wilkins has now been pushing back the theories and rumours, describing it as "incredibly disheartening." The 26-year-old singer has been slammed on the internet, as some called her "honeypotting" Kash Patel on behalf of another nation, according to a New York Post report. Alexis, while speaking on the "Megyn Kelly Show", said that the critics twisted her background, adding that, "I think people see certain pieces and I get it." “They want to connect things, they want to justify, some of the pain that they’ve been through watching the last four years, and there are pieces of this that, you know, I can understand,” she said. She added, "I think that they’ve taken just these pieces of evidence that you laid out and tied them together in all of the wrong ways.” All this comes after the US Justice Department closed the Epstein case and concluded that there was no foul play in Epstein's death. Since many people believe Epstein was a Mossad agent, they assumed that there is Israeli pressure on the US cover-up of Epstein files and Wilkins is the "honeypot". "The fact that it's accusing me of manipulating the person I love is a horrible accusation," Alexis said on Megyn Kelly's show. Some of the theories were based on Wilkin's past, as she was connected with PragerU, a conservative media nonprofit. Its CEO, Marissa Streit, once served in the Israeli army. But, Kash Patel's girlfriend has no ties with Israel and is Armenian and Christian. When Megyn Kelly asked her directly if she was a spy, Wilkins firmly responded, “Definitely not, that is a firm no on that front.” Earlier last month, Wilkins took to X, and while expressing frustration, called the accusations "insanely ridiculous". "It’s disappointing to see people with no real contribution to political discourse spin ridiculous conspiracy theories out of thin air,” she wrote. “These accusations are obviously insanely ridiculous.” FBI director frustrated When Megyn Kelly asked Wilkins about the FBI director's reaction to the online criticism, she said that Patel is fine with people coming after him, but he got frustrated when it came to her. She added that Patel is not allowed to speak about his work with her and she knows nothing more than what the public gets to know. "He was very unhappy to say the least," Wilkins said. Addressing why there's very little information about her personal life, she said that he wanted that "childhood" side to be protected, not because she is a "spy" for any government.

The 26-year-old singer has been slammed on the internet, as some called her "honeypotting" Kash Patel on behalf of another nation, according to a New York Post report.

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Amid growing pressure on the Trump administration over the controversial Epstein Files, US President Donald Trump, for the first time, spoke about his links with child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. He said that he broke links with Epstein after the latter poached workers, including Virginia Giuffre, from his Mar-a-Lago resort. Virginia Giuffre alleged that Epstein arranged for Prince Andrew to sexually abuse her. She died by suicide in April this year.<h2>Who is Virginia Giuffre?</h2>Virginia Louise Giuffre was born as Virginia Roberts in August 1983, in Sacramento, California. She later moved to Palm Beach, Florida. Her father worked in maintenance at Trump’s Mar‑a‑Lago club. In the summer of 2000, while working as a spa attendant and reading a massage‑therapy book, she was approached by Ghislaine Maxwell. Maxwell recruited the 16‑year‑old and introduced her to Jeffrey Epstein, allegedly grooming her for sex trafficking under the guise of massage training. In 2002, she escaped and married Australian martial arts trainer Robert Giuffre and settled in Australia, raising three children together: two sons, Christian and Noah, and a daughter, Emily.&nbsp;She later became one of the most prominent accusers in the legal case against Epstein and Maxwell. She reportedly filed her civil lawsuit under the pseudonym Jane Doe 3. Her testimony and unsealed court documents became pivotal in Ghislaine Maxwell’s criminal conviction in 2021. She also sued Prince Andrew, alleging she was trafficked to him, resulting in an out-of-court settlement in 2022. Giuffre died by suicide in April this year, at age 41, at her home in suburban Perth, Australia. Giuffre launched a nonprofit, first Victims Refuse Silence, later relaunched as Speak Out, Act, Reclaim (SOAR), to support survivors of sex trafficking and push for justice.<h2>What Trump said about Virginia Giuffre?</h2>Speaking for the first time about ties with Epstein, Donald Trump said he cut all ties with Epstein and banished him from Mar‑a‑Lago after learning he had hired away “young women” working at the club’s spa, including, Virginia Giuffre. Trump recalled warning Epstein not to recruit staff. When reporters pressed whether Giuffre was among those employees, Trump said, as reported by PEOPLE, "He took people that worked for me. And I told him, 'Don’t do it anymore.' And he did it." When asked if Giuffre was one of these employees, the president said, "I think she worked at the spa... I think so. I think that was one of the people. He stole her, and by the way, she had no complaints about us, as you know, none whatsoever." Trump also claimed that Giuffre never had a complaint about Mar‑a‑Lago during her employment.

Did Donald Trump just accept his links with child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein? Virginia Giuffre, one of the most prominent accusers of Epstein, was once Trump's spa assistant at Mar-a-Lago. Here's what he said about her

Amid growing pressure on the Trump administration over the controversial Epstein Files, US President Donald Trump, for the first time, spoke about his links with child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. He said that he broke links with Epstein after the latter poached workers, including Virginia Giuffre, from his Mar-a-Lago resort. Virginia Giuffre alleged that Epstein arranged for Prince Andrew to sexually abuse her. She died by suicide in April this year. Who is Virginia Giuffre? Virginia Louise Giuffre was born as Virginia Roberts in August 1983, in Sacramento, California. She later moved to Palm Beach, Florida. Her father worked in maintenance at Trump’s Mar‑a‑Lago club. In the summer of 2000, while working as a spa attendant and reading a massage‑therapy book, she was approached by Ghislaine Maxwell. Maxwell recruited the 16‑year‑old and introduced her to Jeffrey Epstein, allegedly grooming her for sex trafficking under the guise of massage training. In 2002, she escaped and married Australian martial arts trainer Robert Giuffre and settled in Australia, raising three children together: two sons, Christian and Noah, and a daughter, Emily. She later became one of the most prominent accusers in the legal case against Epstein and Maxwell. She reportedly filed her civil lawsuit under the pseudonym Jane Doe 3. Her testimony and unsealed court documents became pivotal in Ghislaine Maxwell’s criminal conviction in 2021. She also sued Prince Andrew, alleging she was trafficked to him, resulting in an out-of-court settlement in 2022. Giuffre died by suicide in April this year, at age 41, at her home in suburban Perth, Australia. Giuffre launched a nonprofit, first Victims Refuse Silence, later relaunched as Speak Out, Act, Reclaim (SOAR), to support survivors of sex trafficking and push for justice. What Trump said about Virginia Giuffre? Speaking for the first time about ties with Epstein, Donald Trump said he cut all ties with Epstein and banished him from Mar‑a‑Lago after learning he had hired away “young women” working at the club’s spa, including, Virginia Giuffre. Trump recalled warning Epstein not to recruit staff. When reporters pressed whether Giuffre was among those employees, Trump said, as reported by PEOPLE, "He took people that worked for me. And I told him, 'Don’t do it anymore.' And he did it." When asked if Giuffre was one of these employees, the president said, "I think she worked at the spa... I think so. I think that was one of the people. He stole her, and by the way, she had no complaints about us, as you know, none whatsoever." Trump also claimed that Giuffre never had a complaint about Mar‑a‑Lago during her employment.

Did Donald Trump just accept his links with child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein? Virginia Giuffre, one of the most prominent accusers of Epstein, was once Trump's spa assistant at Mar-a-Lago. Here's what he said about her

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US President Donald Trump on Monday (Jul 28) said that he ended his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein and threw him out of his private club in Florida after Epstein betrayed him by “stealing people” who worked for him. The US president did not elaborate on which employees. This comes after the White House gave a different explanation on why Trump cut ties with the sex offender, saying that Trump kicked Epstein out of his club for “being a creep”.&nbsp;Speaking at his golf property in Turnberry, Scotland, Trump was asked to explain why he had a fallout with Epstein. “That’s such old history, very easy to explain, but I don’t want to waste your time by explaining it,” he said. The US president then added, “he did something that was inappropriate.”&nbsp;“He hired help and I said, ‘Don’t ever do that again,’” Trump said. “He stole people that worked for me. I said, ‘Don’t ever do that again.’ He did it again, and I threw him out of the place, persona non grata.”&nbsp;He further added, “I threw him out and that was it. I’m glad I did, if you want to know the truth.”&nbsp;Trump on Monday also denied the allegations reported by the Wall Street Journal. The newspaper said that Trump had sent letters and a drawing of a woman’s body to Epstein on his 50th birthday. “I’m not a drawing person,” Trump said. “I don’t do drawings of women, that I can tell you.”&nbsp;The US president also said that he refused an invitation to visit Epstein’s private island. “I never had the privilege of going to his island, and I did turn it down, but a lot of people in Palm Beach were invited to his island,” Trump said. “In one of my very good moments, I turned it down. I didn’t want to go to his island.”&nbsp;Last week, White House communications director Steven Cheung, earlier said, “The fact is that the President kicked him out of his club for being a creep.”&nbsp;Recently, Trump ordered Attorney General Pam Bondi to seek the public release of the confidential grand jury transcripts in the case. However, one federal judge has denied the request, while another has yet to rule.&nbsp;US Vice President JD Vance on Monday said that the president wants “full transparency” in the Epstein case.&nbsp;“The president has been very clear. We’re not shielding anything,” Vance said in response to a reporter’s question. “The president has directed the attorney general to release all credible information and, frankly, to go and find additional credible information related to the Jeffrey Epstein case.”&nbsp;Vance said, “Some of that stuff takes time,” adding that Trump has been “very clear” and “wants full transparency.”

US President Donald Trump said that he cut ties with Jeffrey Epstein because he stole people who worked for him. Earlier, the White House said he kicked Epstein out of his club for “being a creep”.

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Jul 28) said that he ended his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein and threw him out of his private club in Florida after Epstein betrayed him by “stealing people” who worked for him. The US president did not elaborate on which employees. This comes after the White House gave a different explanation on why Trump cut ties with the sex offender, saying that Trump kicked Epstein out of his club for “being a creep”. Speaking at his golf property in Turnberry, Scotland, Trump was asked to explain why he had a fallout with Epstein. “That’s such old history, very easy to explain, but I don’t want to waste your time by explaining it,” he said. The US president then added, “he did something that was inappropriate.” “He hired help and I said, ‘Don’t ever do that again,’” Trump said. “He stole people that worked for me. I said, ‘Don’t ever do that again.’ He did it again, and I threw him out of the place, persona non grata.” He further added, “I threw him out and that was it. I’m glad I did, if you want to know the truth.” Trump on Monday also denied the allegations reported by the Wall Street Journal. The newspaper said that Trump had sent letters and a drawing of a woman’s body to Epstein on his 50th birthday. “I’m not a drawing person,” Trump said. “I don’t do drawings of women, that I can tell you.” The US president also said that he refused an invitation to visit Epstein’s private island. “I never had the privilege of going to his island, and I did turn it down, but a lot of people in Palm Beach were invited to his island,” Trump said. “In one of my very good moments, I turned it down. I didn’t want to go to his island.” Last week, White House communications director Steven Cheung, earlier said, “The fact is that the President kicked him out of his club for being a creep.” Recently, Trump ordered Attorney General Pam Bondi to seek the public release of the confidential grand jury transcripts in the case. However, one federal judge has denied the request, while another has yet to rule. US Vice President JD Vance on Monday said that the president wants “full transparency” in the Epstein case. “The president has been very clear. We’re not shielding anything,” Vance said in response to a reporter’s question. “The president has directed the attorney general to release all credible information and, frankly, to go and find additional credible information related to the Jeffrey Epstein case.” Vance said, “Some of that stuff takes time,” adding that Trump has been “very clear” and “wants full transparency.”

US President Donald Trump said that he cut ties with Jeffrey Epstein because he stole people who worked for him. Earlier, the White House said he kicked Epstein out of his club for “being a creep”.

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Amid rising pressure on United States President Donald Trump over the Epstein Files, another explosive revelation involving First Lady Melania Trump has surfaced. Trump's biographer, Michael Wolff, said that Melania could be linked to ties between Trump and convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Earlier, it was reported that Trump's Scotland visit came amid immense pressure on him to release the Epstein files and back-to-back bombshell allegations by the Wall Street Journal.&nbsp;Speaking to the Daily Beast podcast, Wolff said that Melania was very much involved in Epstein's social circle and Epstein was the link how she met Donald Trump. "She’s introduced by a model agent, both of whom Trump and Epstein are involved with. She’s been introduced to Trump that way. Epstein [knew] her well," Wolff said. Trump and Melania reportedly met in September 1998 through Paolo Zampolli, the founder of ID Models, who helped Melania emigrate to the United States. Zampolli had ties to Epstein and his former girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell, Politico reported. “Where does [Melania] fit into the Epstein story? Where does she fit into this, into this whole culture of models of indeterminate age? So this is another complicated dimension in this,” she added.&nbsp;The White House Communications Director Steven Cheung blasted Wolff as a "fraud" over his statement about Melania Trump. “Michael Wolff is a lying sack of s--t and has been proven to be a fraud,” he said. “He routinely fabricates stories originating from his sick and warped imagination, only possible because he has a severe and debilitating case of Trump Derangement Syndrome that has rotted his peanut-sized brain.”<h2>'Limited immunity' to Ghislaine Maxwell</h2>Meanwhile, the United States Justice Department granted 'limited immunity' to Ghislaine Maxwell, the former girlfriend of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, as per a report by ABC News quoting sources. The report stated that the immunity given to Maxwell allows her to speak freely to the Justice Department officials. However, David Markus, Maxwell's lawyer, said that there have been no asks or promises. Markus said that Maxwell was asked about 100 different people related to Epstein, to which she reportedly 'didn't hold back anything'. 'Limited immunity' refers to proffer immunity that is granted to individuals who can be made cooperators in a criminal case. Maxwell has already been tried, convicted and sentenced for sex trafficking underage girls.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Amid the complicated tale of Epstein Files, United States President Donald Trump's biographer, Michael Wolff, said that the First Lady Melania could be linked to ties between POTUS and convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

Amid rising pressure on United States President Donald Trump over the Epstein Files, another explosive revelation involving First Lady Melania Trump has surfaced. Trump's biographer, Michael Wolff, said that Melania could be linked to ties between Trump and convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Earlier, it was reported that Trump's Scotland visit came amid immense pressure on him to release the Epstein files and back-to-back bombshell allegations by the Wall Street Journal. Speaking to the Daily Beast podcast, Wolff said that Melania was very much involved in Epstein's social circle and Epstein was the link how she met Donald Trump. "She’s introduced by a model agent, both of whom Trump and Epstein are involved with. She’s been introduced to Trump that way. Epstein [knew] her well," Wolff said. Trump and Melania reportedly met in September 1998 through Paolo Zampolli, the founder of ID Models, who helped Melania emigrate to the United States. Zampolli had ties to Epstein and his former girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell, Politico reported. “Where does [Melania] fit into the Epstein story? Where does she fit into this, into this whole culture of models of indeterminate age? So this is another complicated dimension in this,” she added. The White House Communications Director Steven Cheung blasted Wolff as a "fraud" over his statement about Melania Trump. “Michael Wolff is a lying sack of s--t and has been proven to be a fraud,” he said. “He routinely fabricates stories originating from his sick and warped imagination, only possible because he has a severe and debilitating case of Trump Derangement Syndrome that has rotted his peanut-sized brain.” 'Limited immunity' to Ghislaine Maxwell Meanwhile, the United States Justice Department granted 'limited immunity' to Ghislaine Maxwell, the former girlfriend of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, as per a report by ABC News quoting sources. The report stated that the immunity given to Maxwell allows her to speak freely to the Justice Department officials. However, David Markus, Maxwell's lawyer, said that there have been no asks or promises. Markus said that Maxwell was asked about 100 different people related to Epstein, to which she reportedly 'didn't hold back anything'. 'Limited immunity' refers to proffer immunity that is granted to individuals who can be made cooperators in a criminal case. Maxwell has already been tried, convicted and sentenced for sex trafficking underage girls.

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The United States Justice Department has granted 'limited immunity' to Ghislaine Maxwell, the former girlfriend of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, as per a report by ABC News quoting sources. The report stated that the immunity given to Maxwell allows her to speak freely to the Justice Department officials. However, David Markus, Maxwell's lawyer, said that there have been no asks or promises. Markus said that Maxwell was asked about 100 different people related to Epstein, to which she reportedly 'didn't hold back anything'. 'Limited immunity' refers to proffer immunity that is granted to individuals who can be made cooperators in a criminal case. Maxwell has already been tried, convicted and sentenced for sex trafficking underage girls. The involvement of United States Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche in the questioning of Maxwell has raised questions, as he previously served as a personal attorney to US President Donald Trump.<h2>Trump on Ghislaine Maxwell's pardon</h2>US President Donald Trump, on Friday (July 26) was asked by reporters if he had thought about clemency for Maxwell. The US president said that he has not thought about it yet, even though he is allowed to do it. “It’s something I haven’t thought about. I’m allowed to do it, but I haven’t thought about it.” Pressed again, he declined to comment further, saying, “I don’t want to talk about that.” Meanwhile, Maxwell's lawyer Markus said, "We haven't spoken to the president or anybody about a pardon just yet," adding, “We hope he exercises that power in the right and just way.”&nbsp;This comes after it was reported that Trump might strike a " hidden pardon deal" with Maxwell. Dave Aronberg, Attorney General Pam Bondi’s aide and a former state attorney for Palm Beach County, spoke to CNN and said that Maxwell's grilling might be a plot to "protect the president." He also claimed that Trump was keen to distance himself from the controversy, which is why he had sent Blanche, his former defence attorney and now the DOJ’s second-in-command, to handle the Maxwell meeting.&nbsp;<h2>Day 1 of the interview between Maxwell and Blanche</h2>United States Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche met Maxwell &nbsp;on Thursday and Maxwell's attorney, David Markus, said that she “answered questions truthfully.” The interrogation is part of an ongoing Justice Department effort to cast itself as transparent following fierce backlash from parts of President Donald Trump’s MAGA base over an earlier refusal to release additional records in the Epstein investigation. Markus reiterated that she is cooperating fully: “She’s got no reason to lie. The truth will come out.” Meanwhile, in a social media post, Blanche said that he met Ghislaine Maxwell and the DOJ will share additional information about what they learned “at the appropriate time.” Earlier on Tuesday, he said that Trump “has told us to release all credible evidence” and that if Maxwell has information about anyone who has committed crimes against victims, the FBI and the Justice Department “will hear what she has to say.”

Ghislaine Maxwell, the former girlfriend of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, has been questioned by US Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche. His involvement in the case has raised questions about pardoning and limited immunity, as he served as Trump's personal attorney previously

The United States Justice Department has granted 'limited immunity' to Ghislaine Maxwell, the former girlfriend of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, as per a report by ABC News quoting sources. The report stated that the immunity given to Maxwell allows her to speak freely to the Justice Department officials. However, David Markus, Maxwell's lawyer, said that there have been no asks or promises. Markus said that Maxwell was asked about 100 different people related to Epstein, to which she reportedly 'didn't hold back anything'. 'Limited immunity' refers to proffer immunity that is granted to individuals who can be made cooperators in a criminal case. Maxwell has already been tried, convicted and sentenced for sex trafficking underage girls. The involvement of United States Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche in the questioning of Maxwell has raised questions, as he previously served as a personal attorney to US President Donald Trump. Trump on Ghislaine Maxwell's pardon US President Donald Trump, on Friday (July 26) was asked by reporters if he had thought about clemency for Maxwell. The US president said that he has not thought about it yet, even though he is allowed to do it. “It’s something I haven’t thought about. I’m allowed to do it, but I haven’t thought about it.” Pressed again, he declined to comment further, saying, “I don’t want to talk about that.” Meanwhile, Maxwell's lawyer Markus said, "We haven't spoken to the president or anybody about a pardon just yet," adding, “We hope he exercises that power in the right and just way.” This comes after it was reported that Trump might strike a " hidden pardon deal" with Maxwell. Dave Aronberg, Attorney General Pam Bondi’s aide and a former state attorney for Palm Beach County, spoke to CNN and said that Maxwell's grilling might be a plot to "protect the president." He also claimed that Trump was keen to distance himself from the controversy, which is why he had sent Blanche, his former defence attorney and now the DOJ’s second-in-command, to handle the Maxwell meeting. Day 1 of the interview between Maxwell and Blanche United States Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche met Maxwell on Thursday and Maxwell's attorney, David Markus, said that she “answered questions truthfully.” The interrogation is part of an ongoing Justice Department effort to cast itself as transparent following fierce backlash from parts of President Donald Trump’s MAGA base over an earlier refusal to release additional records in the Epstein investigation. Markus reiterated that she is cooperating fully: “She’s got no reason to lie. The truth will come out.” Meanwhile, in a social media post, Blanche said that he met Ghislaine Maxwell and the DOJ will share additional information about what they learned “at the appropriate time.” Earlier on Tuesday, he said that Trump “has told us to release all credible evidence” and that if Maxwell has information about anyone who has committed crimes against victims, the FBI and the Justice Department “will hear what she has to say.”

Ghislaine Maxwell, the former girlfriend of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, has been questioned by US Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche. His involvement in the case has raised questions about pardoning and limited immunity, as he served as Trump's personal attorney previously

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Amid controversy over the Epstein Files, United States President Donald Trump has now called it a “scam" even as the Justice Department grilled Ghislaine Maxwell, the imprisoned accomplice of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. In a long post on Truth Social, the US president claimed that the Epstein files ‘hoax’ was brought up by radical left democrats to undermine and distract from the achievements of his six-month-old presidency. He also added that the Democrats have gone “absolutely crazy”, like they went on the election fraud matter involving Russia. However, in a sort of U-turn, Trump said that people have the right to know whose names are mentioned in the Epstein Files, so that it's an end to “Democrat con job” and innocents are not targeted.&nbsp;&nbsp;Trump wrote on Truth Social, “The Radical Left Democrats are doing everything in their power to distract and obfuscate from our GREAT six months of service to America, results of which many are saying is the BEST six months in Presidential history. They have gone absolutely CRAZY, and are playing another Russia, Russia, Russia Hoax but, this time, under the guise of what we will call the Jeffrey Epstein SCAM. As things are revealed and, I hope will take place quickly, you will see that it is yet another Democrat CON JOB. Hopefully, the Grand Jury Files will put an end to this HOAX. Everyone should see what is there, but people who are innocent should not be hurt. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!”

<h2>Ghislaine Maxwell grilled by Justice Department &nbsp;</h2>The Justice Department officials met with Ghislaine Maxwell, the imprisoned former girlfriend of financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, on Thursday (July 24). The interrogation is part of an ongoing Justice Department effort to cast itself as transparent following fierce backlash from parts of President Donald Trump’s MAGA base over an earlier refusal to release additional records in the Epstein investigation. David Markus, Ghislaine Maxwell's attorney, said that she answered every question asked during a day-long meeting at a courthouse in Tallahassee, Florida. “Ms. Maxwell answered every single question. She never stopped, she never invoked a privilege, she never declined to answer. She answered all the questions truthfully, honestly and to the best of her ability,” Markus told reporters outside the federal courthouse.&nbsp;&nbsp;Meanwhile, in a social media post, Blanche said that he met Ghislaine Maxwell and the DOJ will share additional information about what they learned “at the appropriate time.” Earlier on Tuesday, he said that Trump “has told us to release all credible evidence” and that if Maxwell has information about anyone who has committed crimes against victims, the FBI and the Justice Department “will hear what she has to say.”

Amid the Epstein Files row, US President Trump called it a scam, blaming radical Democrats for trying to distract from his presidency's achievements. Meanwhile, the Justice Department grilled Ghislaine Maxwell, the imprisoned accomplice of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

Amid controversy over the Epstein Files, United States President Donald Trump has now called it a “scam" even as the Justice Department grilled Ghislaine Maxwell, the imprisoned accomplice of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. In a long post on Truth Social, the US president claimed that the Epstein files ‘hoax’ was brought up by radical left democrats to undermine and distract from the achievements of his six-month-old presidency. He also added that the Democrats have gone “absolutely crazy”, like they went on the election fraud matter involving Russia. However, in a sort of U-turn, Trump said that people have the right to know whose names are mentioned in the Epstein Files, so that it's an end to “Democrat con job” and innocents are not targeted. Trump wrote on Truth Social, “The Radical Left Democrats are doing everything in their power to distract and obfuscate from our GREAT six months of service to America, results of which many are saying is the BEST six months in Presidential history. They have gone absolutely CRAZY, and are playing another Russia, Russia, Russia Hoax but, this time, under the guise of what we will call the Jeffrey Epstein SCAM. As things are revealed and, I hope will take place quickly, you will see that it is yet another Democrat CON JOB. Hopefully, the Grand Jury Files will put an end to this HOAX. Everyone should see what is there, but people who are innocent should not be hurt. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!”

Amid the Epstein Files row, US President Trump called it a “scam,” blaming radical Democrats for trying to distract from his presidency's achievements. Meanwhile, the Justice Department grilled Ghislaine Maxwell, the imprisoned accomplice of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

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The US Justice Department informed Donald Trump that his name appears several times in official documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. Attorney General Pam Bondi reportedly told Trump during a White House meeting in May that his name was mentioned, alongside others, in material that included “unverified hearsay” about individuals who had previously socialised with Epstein.A senior official told the Journal that “hundreds of names” are included in the files, and that a mention does not imply any wrongdoing. White House communications director Steven Cheung dismissed the report, calling it “another fake news story”.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-24-to-48-hour-ceasefires-prisoners-swap-ukraine-russia-conclude-peace-talks-in-istanbul-as-kyiv-pushes-for-zelensky-putin-meeting-1753299653042">'24 to 48-hour ceasefires, prisoners swap': Ukraine, Russia conclude peace talks in Istanbul as Kyiv pushes for Zelensky-Putin meeting</a><h2>Trump’s past links to Epstein</h2>Trump’s relationship with Epstein has long drawn scrutiny. In 2002, he told New York Magazine, “I’ve known Jeff for 15 years. Terrific guy… He likes beautiful women as much as I do, and many of them are on the younger side.” The Journal also revealed that Trump once wrote Epstein a salacious birthday note, a claim he has denied. Trump has since sued the publication. Last month, Elon Musk posted on X that Trump “is in the Epstein files,” suggesting that was the reason they hadn’t been made public. “Have a nice day, DJT!” Musk added.<h2>MAGA backlash grows over Epstein files</h2>The Justice Department’s decision to close its internal review into Epstein earlier this month has sparked backlash among Trump’s own supporters. In a July 6 memo, the DOJ confirmed Epstein had died by suicide and declined to release further material. That announcement triggered anger within Republican circles, who had hoped for more transparency after Trump promised on the campaign trail to declassify files related to the case.Earlier this year, Bondi said she had a “truckload” of documents to review and that a “client list” was sitting on her desk. She released “Phase 1” of the files in February, containing mostly public documents.<h2>Judge blocks move to unseal Florida grand jury records</h2>Amid public pressure, Trump had asked Bondi to make any “pertinent” grand jury transcripts public. Bondi then approached judges overseeing both the Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell cases. However, on Wednesday, a federal judge in Florida rejected the administration’s request to unseal grand jury records from Epstein’s 2000s-era investigation in the state.Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche has since announced that officials plan to meet with Maxwell “in the coming days”. The House Oversight Committee also approved a subpoena for Maxwell, to which Trump responded: “Sounds appropriate.”ABC News asked Trump whether Bondi had told him about his name being in the files. “No, no,” he replied, while praising her handling of the case.

The Justice Department’s decision to close its internal review into Epstein earlier this month has sparked backlash among Trump’s own supporters. In a July 6 memo, the DOJ confirmed Epstein had died by suicide and declined to release further material. 

The US Justice Department informed Donald Trump that his name appears several times in official documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. Attorney General Pam Bondi reportedly told Trump during a White House meeting in May that his name was mentioned, alongside others, in material that included “unverified hearsay” about individuals who had previously socialised with Epstein. A senior official told the Journal that “hundreds of names” are included in the files, and that a mention does not imply any wrongdoing. White House communications director Steven Cheung dismissed the report, calling it “another fake news story”. Also read: '24 to 48-hour ceasefires, prisoners swap': Ukraine, Russia conclude peace talks in Istanbul as Kyiv pushes for Zelensky-Putin meeting Trump’s past links to Epstein Trump’s relationship with Epstein has long drawn scrutiny. In 2002, he told New York Magazine, “I’ve known Jeff for 15 years. Terrific guy… He likes beautiful women as much as I do, and many of them are on the younger side.” The Journal also revealed that Trump once wrote Epstein a salacious birthday note, a claim he has denied. Trump has since sued the publication. Last month, Elon Musk posted on X that Trump “is in the Epstein files,” suggesting that was the reason they hadn’t been made public. “Have a nice day, DJT!” Musk added. MAGA backlash grows over Epstein files The Justice Department’s decision to close its internal review into Epstein earlier this month has sparked backlash among Trump’s own supporters. In a July 6 memo, the DOJ confirmed Epstein had died by suicide and declined to release further material. That announcement triggered anger within Republican circles, who had hoped for more transparency after Trump promised on the campaign trail to declassify files related to the case. Earlier this year, Bondi said she had a “truckload” of documents to review and that a “client list” was sitting on her desk. She released “Phase 1” of the files in February, containing mostly public documents. Judge blocks move to unseal Florida grand jury records Amid public pressure, Trump had asked Bondi to make any “pertinent” grand jury transcripts public. Bondi then approached judges overseeing both the Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell cases. However, on Wednesday, a federal judge in Florida rejected the administration’s request to unseal grand jury records from Epstein’s 2000s-era investigation in the state. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche has since announced that officials plan to meet with Maxwell “in the coming days”. The House Oversight Committee also approved a subpoena for Maxwell, to which Trump responded: “Sounds appropriate.” ABC News asked Trump whether Bondi had told him about his name being in the files. “No, no,” he replied, while praising her handling of the case.

The Justice Department’s decision to close its internal review into Epstein earlier this month has sparked backlash among Trump’s own supporters. In a July 6 memo, the DOJ confirmed Epstein had died by suicide and declined to release further material.&nbsp;

Trump’s name appears 'multiple times' in Epstein files? Report reveals DOJ told US president his name among 'hundreds' linked to Jeffrey Epstein

In what can be only described as a bombshell revelation, photos of sex offender and disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein attending US President Donald Trump's 1993 wedding to Marla Maples have come to light. The photos have been made public by CNN's KFile service. The ceremony at Manhattan's iconic Plaza Hotel had no shortage of celebrity guests — but until now, Epstein's attendance hadn’t been widely documented or publicly known. Amid recent uproar over the Epstein files and Trump's attempt to distance himself from the child sex offender, these photos present proof that Trump and Epstein were associated once. &nbsp;<h2>The Trump-Epstein conundrum</h2>Apart from confirming Epstein's presence at Trump's second wedding in 1993, CNN has also published archival footage from a 1999 Victoria’s Secret fashion show in New York, where Trump and Epstein were filmed chatting and laughing before the runway event began. The tape, reviewed by CNN's KFile as part of a broader dig through Trump's appearances in 90s-era footage, adds to the archive of visual evidence showing the two men as more than casual acquaintances.The material predates Epstein's first known legal troubles — which began with child sex abuse allegations in 2005 — but its rediscovery comes at a time of renewed scrutiny. The US Department of Justice in recent days has faced mounting pressure over its failure to release long-promised files tied to Epstein and his alleged co-conspirators. Ironically, some of the loudest outrage is coming from Trump's own MAGA base.Reports suggest that Trump and Epstein's relationship stretches back to at least the 1980s, according to multiple reports. They were often spotted together at events in both Palm Beach and New York. In 2002, Trump even offered a quote to New York Magazine describing Epstein as a "terrific guy" who "likes beautiful women as much as I do, and many of them are on the younger side." However, no criminal accusations have been levelled against Trump in connection with Epstein.<h2>What did Trump say about the photos?</h2>As per the CNN report, the new organisation contacted Trump about the photos, and all the US President had to say was, "You've got to be kidding me," and called the outlet "fake news," before hanging up. Meanwhile, later, in a statement, White House spokesperson, Steven Cheung, offered a more formal rebuttal, calling the images "nothing more than out-of-context frame grabs of innocuous videos and pictures of widely attended events". He insisted that the pictures were being used "to disgustingly infer something nefarious". He insisted that “The fact is that the President kicked him out of his club for being a creep. This is nothing more than a continuation of the fake news stories concocted by the Democrats and the liberal media.” &nbsp;

Apart from confirming Epstein's presence at Trump's second wedding in 1993, CNN has also published archival footage from a 1999 Victoria’s Secret fashion show in New York, where Trump and Epstein were filmed chatting and laughing before the runway event began.

In what can be only described as a bombshell revelation, photos of sex offender and disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein attending US President Donald Trump's 1993 wedding to Marla Maples have come to light. The photos have been made public by CNN's KFile service. The ceremony at Manhattan's iconic Plaza Hotel had no shortage of celebrity guests — but until now, Epstein's attendance hadn’t been widely documented or publicly known. Amid recent uproar over the Epstein files and Trump's attempt to distance himself from the child sex offender, these photos present proof that Trump and Epstein were associated once. The Trump-Epstein conundrum Apart from confirming Epstein's presence at Trump's second wedding in 1993, CNN has also published archival footage from a 1999 Victoria’s Secret fashion show in New York, where Trump and Epstein were filmed chatting and laughing before the runway event began. The tape, reviewed by CNN's KFile as part of a broader dig through Trump's appearances in 90s-era footage, adds to the archive of visual evidence showing the two men as more than casual acquaintances. The material predates Epstein's first known legal troubles — which began with child sex abuse allegations in 2005 — but its rediscovery comes at a time of renewed scrutiny. The US Department of Justice in recent days has faced mounting pressure over its failure to release long-promised files tied to Epstein and his alleged co-conspirators. Ironically, some of the loudest outrage is coming from Trump's own MAGA base. Reports suggest that Trump and Epstein's relationship stretches back to at least the 1980s, according to multiple reports. They were often spotted together at events in both Palm Beach and New York. In 2002, Trump even offered a quote to New York Magazine describing Epstein as a "terrific guy" who "likes beautiful women as much as I do, and many of them are on the younger side." However, no criminal accusations have been levelled against Trump in connection with Epstein. What did Trump say about the photos? As per the CNN report, the new organisation contacted Trump about the photos, and all the US President had to say was, "You've got to be kidding me," and called the outlet "fake news," before hanging up. Meanwhile, later, in a statement, White House spokesperson, Steven Cheung, offered a more formal rebuttal, calling the images "nothing more than out-of-context frame grabs of innocuous videos and pictures of widely attended events". He insisted that the pictures were being used "to disgustingly infer something nefarious". He insisted that “The fact is that the President kicked him out of his club for being a creep. This is nothing more than a continuation of the fake news stories concocted by the Democrats and the liberal media.”

Apart from confirming Epstein's presence at Trump's second wedding in 1993, CNN has also published archival footage from a 1999 Victoria’s Secret fashion show in New York, where Trump and Epstein were filmed chatting and laughing before the runway event began.

Did Epstein attend Trump’s 1993 wedding? After birthday letter row, new photos suggest their ties go back years

Maria Farmer, an artist who first accused Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell of sexual assault almost 30 years ago, said that she urged law enforcement officials to investigate powerful people in their orbit, including Donald Trump. This comes as speculations grow over whether the US president's name is mentioned in the "Epstein files".According to a New York Times report, the accuser's account is among the "clearest indications yet" of how Trump's name might have been there in the files of a sex offender.&nbsp;Farmer was among the first women to report Epstein and his partner Maxwell for sexual crimes back in the 90s. During an interview with The Times, she identified Trump among the close ones to Epstein.&nbsp;She said that when she was reinterviewed by the FBI about Epstein in 2006, she stressed that she raised Trump's name specifically because of an unsettling encounter with him late one night in 1995 in Epstein's offices. The artist said that she recounted that incident to the law enforcement agents and even publicly.&nbsp;Farmer said that she had no evidence of criminal wrongdoing by Epstein; however, she was alarmed by what she saw as Epstein's pattern of pursuing girls and young women while making friendships with prominent people, including Trump.&nbsp;Farmer brought Trump in her complaints in 1996 and later in 2006. She did this not just because Trump was close to Epstein, but because of an encounter she had.<h2>Farmer's encounter with Trump</h2>In 1995, as Farmer was preparing to work for Epstein, she met Trump. According to the New York Times, she told the authorities that late one night, Epstein unexpectedly called her to his offices in a luxury building in Manhattan. Farmer arrived to meet Epstein in her running shorts.&nbsp;Later, Trump arrived there, wearing a business suit, and started to "hover over her", she told the authorities. She further claimed she recalled feeling scared as Trump "stared at her bare legs".&nbsp;Epstein then entered the room and told Trump, "No, no. She’s not here for you.” Epstein and Trump then left the room, Farmer said that she recalls hearing from Trump that he thought she was 16 years old, according to the NYT report.Following that incident, Farmer said she had no interactions with Trump and did not see him engage in inappropriate conduct with girls or women.<h2>White House defends and clarifies</h2>Earlier on Friday, the White House reportedly contested Farmer's statement, citing Trump's long-ago decision to end his friendship with Epstein.&nbsp;Steven Cheung, the White House communications director, said, "The president was never in his office", referring to Epstein. “The fact is that the president kicked him out of his club for being a creep," the NYT reported.&nbsp;

Farmer said that she had no evidence of criminal wrongdoing by Epstein; however, she was alarmed by what she saw as Epstein's pattern of pursuing girls and young women while making friendships with prominent people, including Trump.

Maria Farmer, an artist who first accused Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell of sexual assault almost 30 years ago, said that she urged law enforcement officials to investigate powerful people in their orbit, including Donald Trump. This comes as speculations grow over whether the US president's name is mentioned in the "Epstein files". According to a New York Times report, the accuser's account is among the "clearest indications yet" of how Trump's name might have been there in the files of a sex offender. Farmer was among the first women to report Epstein and his partner Maxwell for sexual crimes back in the 90s. During an interview with The Times, she identified Trump among the close ones to Epstein. She said that when she was reinterviewed by the FBI about Epstein in 2006, she stressed that she raised Trump's name specifically because of an unsettling encounter with him late one night in 1995 in Epstein's offices. The artist said that she recounted that incident to the law enforcement agents and even publicly. Farmer said that she had no evidence of criminal wrongdoing by Epstein; however, she was alarmed by what she saw as Epstein's pattern of pursuing girls and young women while making friendships with prominent people, including Trump. Farmer brought Trump in her complaints in 1996 and later in 2006. She did this not just because Trump was close to Epstein, but because of an encounter she had. Farmer's encounter with Trump In 1995, as Farmer was preparing to work for Epstein, she met Trump. According to the New York Times, she told the authorities that late one night, Epstein unexpectedly called her to his offices in a luxury building in Manhattan. Farmer arrived to meet Epstein in her running shorts. Later, Trump arrived there, wearing a business suit, and started to "hover over her", she told the authorities. She further claimed she recalled feeling scared as Trump "stared at her bare legs". Epstein then entered the room and told Trump, "No, no. She’s not here for you.” Epstein and Trump then left the room, Farmer said that she recalls hearing from Trump that he thought she was 16 years old, according to the NYT report. Following that incident, Farmer said she had no interactions with Trump and did not see him engage in inappropriate conduct with girls or women. White House defends and clarifies Earlier on Friday, the White House reportedly contested Farmer's statement, citing Trump's long-ago decision to end his friendship with Epstein. Steven Cheung, the White House communications director, said, "The president was never in his office", referring to Epstein. “The fact is that the president kicked him out of his club for being a creep," the NYT reported.

Farmer said that she had no evidence of criminal wrongdoing by Epstein; however, she was alarmed by what she saw as Epstein's pattern of pursuing girls and young women while making friendships with prominent people, including Trump.

'Trump stared at bare legs': Epstein accuser shares chilling encounter with US president, suggests how Trump might appear in Epstein files

As Republicans push for Jeffrey Epstein files, US President Donald Trump called the handling of the files by his administration a "hoax". However, it did not work, as on Thursday, more Republicans came forward to attack the US president over not releasing the Epstein files. Not just that, some of his supporters also recorded videos burning their signature Make America Great Again hats.House Speaker Mike Johnson, a key official of the Trump administration, called for the release of all documents relating to the convicted sex offender Epstein. He even urged Attorney General Pam Bondi to "come forward and explain" the situation.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Just burnt my MAGA hat. Why the fuck would you go to that island? <a href="https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@realDonaldTrump</a> <a href="https://t.co/InxuvpgtlW">pic.twitter.com/InxuvpgtlW</a>&mdash; Grim ✞ (@grimcalls) <a href="https://twitter.com/grimcalls/status/1944162157169438786?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Mike Pence, Trump's former vice president, told CBS News on Wednesday that the time has come now for the US president to release all the files regarding Jeffrey Epstein’s investigation and prosecution. Meanwhile, podcast host Theo Von, who also attended Trump's inauguration in January and called the ceremony "inspiring", called for the full Epstein list to be released.Conspiracy theories. Laura Loomer, a close advisor to Trump, called for the appointment of a special counsel to handle the Epstein files. She said, "Obviously, this is not a complete hoax given the fact that [Epstein associate] Ghislaine Maxwell is currently serving 20 years in prison in Florida for her crimes and activities with Jeffrey Epstein, who we know is a convicted sexual predator."The list doesn't end here, even Trump's most loyal people in Congress said that they are not satisfied with the US president's decision not to release those files.Senator Josh Hawley questioned the FBI's judgment, saying, "I think it is maybe a little difficult to believe the idea that DoJ and the FBI … don’t have any idea who Epstein’s clients were."Following this, Trump slammed "foolish Republicans," saying that they were helping Democrats by focusing on documents related to Epstein. Calling it the "Epstein hoax", he said, “Some stupid Republicans and foolish Republicans fall into the net, and so they try and do the Democrats’ work."

Mike Pence, Trump's former vice president, told CBS News on Wednesday that the time has come now for the US president to release all the files regarding Jeffrey Epstein’s investigation and prosecution.

As Republicans push for Jeffrey Epstein files, US President Donald Trump called the handling of the files by his administration a "hoax". However, it did not work, as on Thursday, more Republicans came forward to attack the US president over not releasing the Epstein files. Not just that, some of his supporters also recorded videos burning their signature Make America Great Again hats. House Speaker Mike Johnson, a key official of the Trump administration, called for the release of all documents relating to the convicted sex offender Epstein. He even urged Attorney General Pam Bondi to "come forward and explain" the situation.

Mike Pence, Trump's former vice president, told CBS News on Wednesday that the time has come now for the US president to release all the files regarding Jeffrey Epstein’s investigation and prosecution.

Epstein hoax: How Epstein files divided MAGA as Trump's supporters burn 'Make America Great Again' hats

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (July 16) said that Attorney General Pam Bondi should release "whatever she thinks is credible" on Jeffrey Epstein. These comments come amid an ongoing MAGA civil war, which started after Trump's FBI and DOJ released a memo saying that Epstein killed himself and no "client list" existed. While Attorney General Bondi has come under scrutiny for fueling false hopes in Trump's supporters, another name has been making the rounds, and that is FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-sounds-like-you-re-in-the-list-maga-turns-on-trump-s-fbi-chief-kash-patel-over-epstein-files-1752425713913">‘Sounds like you’re in the list’: MAGA turns on Trump's FBI chief Kash Patel over Epstein files</a>Bongino, a former right-wing media personality, is at the centre of a political storm that’s causing deep cracks within Donald Trump’s inner circle. According to CNN, Trump has been “very angry” with Bongino behind the scenes, and tensions are now threatening to split the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement.Bongino is reportedly considering resigning after a heated clash over the fallout from a Department of Justice memo on Jeffrey Epstein, which has disappointed many of Trump’s supporters.<h2>‘Out of control furious’ after Bondi clash</h2>The tipping point came last week during a heated meeting with Trump’s attorney general, Pam Bondi. Sources told CNN Bongino left the meeting “out of control furious”. Also present were White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, her deputy Taylor Budowich, and FBI Director Kash Patel. JD Vance, the vice president, reportedly spent the weekend trying to mediate the feud. Watch: Russia-Ukraine War: Trump Backtracks From Suggestion Ukraine Should ‘Target Moscow’https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-trump-backtracks-from-suggestion-ukraine-should-target-moscow-1752663541173/embedBondi and Bongino had both previously given way to MAGA theories by hinting at a hidden Epstein client list. Bondi even told Fox News that it was “sitting on my desk right now.” But those claims collapsed when a DOJ memo concluded Epstein had taken his own life, and no such client list existed.<h2>Who is Dan Bongino?</h2>A former NYPD officer and Secret Service agent, he rose to fame as a Fox News host and vocal critic of what he called the “deep state”. He frequently pushed conspiracy theories, including claims that Epstein was murdered and that the 2020 election was rigged. His appointment as FBI deputy director in February was the first time in the agency’s 117-year history that the post was given to someone without prior FBI experience.<h2>MAGA civil war over Epstein files</h2>The Epstein memo fallout has now turned into a full-blown internal battle. Trump has publicly backed Bondi, who has faced criticism over her handling of the case. Despite being angry with Bongino privately, Trump tried to downplay the rift, telling reporters, “He’s a very good guy… I think he’s in good shape.”

FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino, a former right-wing media personality, has found himself at the centre of MAGA backlash over Epstein files. He is reportedly considering resigning after a heated clash with Attorney General Pam Bondi.

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (July 16) said that Attorney General Pam Bondi should release "whatever she thinks is credible" on Jeffrey Epstein. These comments come amid an ongoing MAGA civil war, which started after Trump's FBI and DOJ released a memo saying that Epstein killed himself and no "client list" existed. While Attorney General Bondi has come under scrutiny for fueling false hopes in Trump's supporters, another name has been making the rounds, and that is FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino. Also read: ‘Sounds like you’re in the list’: MAGA turns on Trump's FBI chief Kash Patel over Epstein files Bongino, a former right-wing media personality, is at the centre of a political storm that’s causing deep cracks within Donald Trump’s inner circle. According to CNN, Trump has been “very angry” with Bongino behind the scenes, and tensions are now threatening to split the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement. Bongino is reportedly considering resigning after a heated clash over the fallout from a Department of Justice memo on Jeffrey Epstein, which has disappointed many of Trump’s supporters. ‘Out of control furious’ after Bondi clash The tipping point came last week during a heated meeting with Trump’s attorney general, Pam Bondi. Sources told CNN Bongino left the meeting “out of control furious”. Also present were White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, her deputy Taylor Budowich, and FBI Director Kash Patel. JD Vance, the vice president, reportedly spent the weekend trying to mediate the feud. Watch: Russia-Ukraine War: Trump Backtracks From Suggestion Ukraine Should ‘Target Moscow’ https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-trump-backtracks-from-suggestion-ukraine-should-target-moscow-1752663541173/embed Bondi and Bongino had both previously given way to MAGA theories by hinting at a hidden Epstein client list. Bondi even told Fox News that it was “sitting on my desk right now.” But those claims collapsed when a DOJ memo concluded Epstein had taken his own life, and no such client list existed. Who is Dan Bongino? A former NYPD officer and Secret Service agent, he rose to fame as a Fox News host and vocal critic of what he called the “deep state”. He frequently pushed conspiracy theories, including claims that Epstein was murdered and that the 2020 election was rigged. His appointment as FBI deputy director in February was the first time in the agency’s 117-year history that the post was given to someone without prior FBI experience. MAGA civil war over Epstein files The Epstein memo fallout has now turned into a full-blown internal battle. Trump has publicly backed Bondi, who has faced criticism over her handling of the case. Despite being angry with Bongino privately, Trump tried to downplay the rift, telling reporters, “He’s a very good guy… I think he’s in good shape.”

FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino, a former right-wing media personality, has found himself at the centre of MAGA backlash over Epstein files. He is reportedly considering resigning after a heated clash with Attorney General Pam Bondi.

Who is Dan Bongino? FBI deputy chief Trump is 'very angry' with over Epstein files backlash and MAGA infighting

FBI Director Kash Patel is facing sharp criticism from Trump’s own supporters after dismissing rumours surrounding Jeffrey Epstein’s death. Patel denied claims of a cover-up and rejected the idea that he planned to resign over the controversy. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), he said, “The conspiracy theories just aren’t true, never have been. It’s an honour to serve the President of the United States, and I’ll continue to do so for as long as he calls on me.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/could-trump-assassination-attempt-have-been-stopped-secret-service-officials-were-aware-of-threat-to-trump-s-life-says-report-1752410748611">Could Trump assassination attempt have been stopped? Secret Service officials were aware of threat to Trump’s life, says report</a>Patel also added that there was no “smoking gun” in the Epstein files, pushing back against long-standing conspiracy theories about a secret client list linked to the disgraced financier.<h2>Internal tensions rise inside Trump’s FBI team</h2>Patel’s comments followed reports of growing tensions between him, FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino, and Attorney General Pam Bondi. According to The New York Times, Bongino clashed with Bondi during a meeting at the White House last week and later threatened to resign. “It’s me or her. She goes or I go,” Bongino reportedly told colleagues, according to Axios.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-war-trump-to-announce-major-russia-move-tomorrow-what-s-next-for-kyiv-and-moscow-1752408988579">Trump to announce ‘major’ Russia move tomorrow: What's next for Kyiv and Moscow?</a>The disagreement stemmed from Bondi’s failure to deliver more documents linked to the Epstein case. Bongino was said to be frustrated with the lack of progress and transparency, fuelling frustration among MAGA supporters already suspicious of the FBI’s handling of the files.<h2>MAGA supporters accuse Patel of hiding Epstein documents</h2>Patel’s public denial only added fuel to the fire. A number of right-wing commentators lashed out on social media, accusing him of being part of a cover-up or even being named in the documents himself. “Sounds like you might be in the files, Kash,” wrote the account Polling USA. “Release the Epstein files!” posted Republicans Against Trump, referencing Patel’s own previous comments that the files were under the “direct control of the FBI director.”Right-wing lawyer Robert Barnes also criticised Patel, posting: “It was YOU who said Bill Gates is in #EpsteinFiles &amp; now YOU are hiding those files. Inexcusable!”<h2>Trump calls for focus on ‘real priorities’</h2>Donald Trump stepped in on Saturday in an attempt to ease the tension. In a post on Truth Social, he appeared to back Patel while calling on his base to focus their energy on Democrat corruption and voter fraud instead of conspiracy theories.“We are about to achieve more in 6 months than any other Administration has achieved in over 100 years… Kash Patel, and the FBI, must be focused on investigating Voter Fraud, Political Corruption, ActBlue, The Rigged and Stolen Election of 2020… instead of spending month after month looking at nothing but the same old, Radical Left inspired Documents on Jeffrey Epstein,” Trump wrote. He also defended Bondi, adding: “LET PAM BONDI DO HER JOB, SHE’S GREAT!”<h2>What next for the FBI and the Epstein files?</h2>So far, neither Bondi nor Bongino has issued any public comment. The FBI also did not respond to media requests for a statement. Meanwhile, the internal fallout has revealed growing cracks within Trump’s team, especially as pressure from the MAGA base intensifies.

Patel also added that there was no “smoking gun” in the Epstein documents, pushing back against long-standing conspiracy theories about a secret client list linked to the disgraced financier.

FBI Director Kash Patel is facing sharp criticism from Trump’s own supporters after dismissing rumours surrounding Jeffrey Epstein’s death. Patel denied claims of a cover-up and rejected the idea that he planned to resign over the controversy. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), he said, “The conspiracy theories just aren’t true, never have been. It’s an honour to serve the President of the United States, and I’ll continue to do so for as long as he calls on me.” Also read: Could Trump assassination attempt have been stopped? Secret Service officials were aware of threat to Trump’s life, says report Patel also added that there was no “smoking gun” in the Epstein files, pushing back against long-standing conspiracy theories about a secret client list linked to the disgraced financier. Internal tensions rise inside Trump’s FBI team Patel’s comments followed reports of growing tensions between him, FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino, and Attorney General Pam Bondi. According to The New York Times, Bongino clashed with Bondi during a meeting at the White House last week and later threatened to resign. “It’s me or her. She goes or I go,” Bongino reportedly told colleagues, according to Axios. Also read: Trump to announce ‘major’ Russia move tomorrow: What's next for Kyiv and Moscow? The disagreement stemmed from Bondi’s failure to deliver more documents linked to the Epstein case. Bongino was said to be frustrated with the lack of progress and transparency, fuelling frustration among MAGA supporters already suspicious of the FBI’s handling of the files. MAGA supporters accuse Patel of hiding Epstein documents Patel’s public denial only added fuel to the fire. A number of right-wing commentators lashed out on social media, accusing him of being part of a cover-up or even being named in the documents himself. “Sounds like you might be in the files, Kash,” wrote the account Polling USA. “Release the Epstein files!” posted Republicans Against Trump, referencing Patel’s own previous comments that the files were under the “direct control of the FBI director.” Right-wing lawyer Robert Barnes also criticised Patel, posting: “It was YOU who said Bill Gates is in #EpsteinFiles & now YOU are hiding those files. Inexcusable!” Trump calls for focus on ‘real priorities’ Donald Trump stepped in on Saturday in an attempt to ease the tension. In a post on Truth Social, he appeared to back Patel while calling on his base to focus their energy on Democrat corruption and voter fraud instead of conspiracy theories. “We are about to achieve more in 6 months than any other Administration has achieved in over 100 years… Kash Patel, and the FBI, must be focused on investigating Voter Fraud, Political Corruption, ActBlue, The Rigged and Stolen Election of 2020… instead of spending month after month looking at nothing but the same old, Radical Left inspired Documents on Jeffrey Epstein,” Trump wrote. He also defended Bondi, adding: “LET PAM BONDI DO HER JOB, SHE’S GREAT!” What next for the FBI and the Epstein files? So far, neither Bondi nor Bongino has issued any public comment. The FBI also did not respond to media requests for a statement. Meanwhile, the internal fallout has revealed growing cracks within Trump’s team, especially as pressure from the MAGA base intensifies.

Patel also added that there was no “smoking gun” in the Epstein documents, pushing back against long-standing conspiracy theories about a secret client list linked to the disgraced financier.

‘Sounds like you’re in the list’: MAGA turns on Trump's FBI chief Kash Patel over Epstein files

A new report has raised questions over a video shared by the US Department of Justice (DOJ), which claimed to show unedited footage of Jeffrey Epstein’s final hours in prison.<h2>DOJ footage was edited, Wired reports</h2>According to Wired, the hours-long clip released by the DOJ this week was likely edited using Adobe Premiere Pro. The DOJ had claimed the footage was “full raw” and unaltered, but experts told the magazine that the video appeared to be stitched together from multiple files.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jeffrey-epstein-s-brother-says-he-was-murdered-refutes-fbi-report-1752082203945">Jeffrey Epstein’s brother says he was ‘murdered’, refutes&nbsp;FBI&nbsp;report</a>“The file appears to have been assembled from at least two source clips, saved multiple times, exported, and then uploaded to the DOJ’s website,” Wired reported.<h2>Metadata and aspect ratio raise doubts</h2>Digital forensics expert Hany Farid from the University of California at Berkeley said the clip would not pass legal scrutiny due to the way it was processed. “If a lawyer brought me this file and asked if it was suitable for court, I’d say no. Go back to the source. Do it right. Do a direct export from the original system, no monkey business,” Farid told Wired. Farid also said the video’s aspect ratio changed “noticeably” several times, further suggesting it had been altered. “Why am I suddenly seeing a different aspect ratio?” he asked.<h2>Pressure mounts on Trump and DOJ</h2>The findings have renewed scrutiny of the Trump administration, which has faced internal tensions over how it is handling the Epstein case. President Donald Trump previously vowed to declassify information about Epstein’s associates and the circumstances of his 2019 death in a New York prison. Many of Trump’s supporters believe Epstein was murdered to protect powerful figures connected to his alleged crimes.Critics have also pointed to confusion surrounding an FBI-DOJ memo leaked earlier this week. The memo claimed there was no “client list” tied to Epstein’s alleged trafficking ring, despite Attorney General Pam Bondi stating in February that such a list existed and was on her desk.<h2>Trump brushes off Epstein questions</h2>When asked again about Epstein at a recent press event, Trump dismissed the topic. “Are you still talking about Jeffrey Epstein? This guy’s been talked about for years … We have Texas, we have this, we have all of the things, and are people still talking about this guy, this creep? That is unbelievable,” he said. Trump has previously been photographed with Epstein and has been criticised for his changing stance on the case.Senator Brian Schatz, a Democrat from Hawaii, responded to the Wired story by saying he now suspects something is being covered up. “I am probably among the least conspiracy-minded people you would ever meet, but this is getting pretty nearly impossible to explain,” he posted on social media.While the Wired analysis does not accuse the DOJ of tampering with evidence, experts say calling the footage “raw” when it clearly has signs of editing only fuels public distrust.

“The file appears to have been assembled from at least two source clips, saved multiple times, exported, and then uploaded to the DOJ’s website,” Wired reported.

A new report has raised questions over a video shared by the US Department of Justice (DOJ), which claimed to show unedited footage of Jeffrey Epstein’s final hours in prison. DOJ footage was edited, Wired reports According to Wired, the hours-long clip released by the DOJ this week was likely edited using Adobe Premiere Pro. The DOJ had claimed the footage was “full raw” and unaltered, but experts told the magazine that the video appeared to be stitched together from multiple files. Also read: Jeffrey Epstein’s brother says he was ‘murdered’, refutes FBI report “The file appears to have been assembled from at least two source clips, saved multiple times, exported, and then uploaded to the DOJ’s website,” Wired reported. Metadata and aspect ratio raise doubts Digital forensics expert Hany Farid from the University of California at Berkeley said the clip would not pass legal scrutiny due to the way it was processed. “If a lawyer brought me this file and asked if it was suitable for court, I’d say no. Go back to the source. Do it right. Do a direct export from the original system, no monkey business,” Farid told Wired. Farid also said the video’s aspect ratio changed “noticeably” several times, further suggesting it had been altered. “Why am I suddenly seeing a different aspect ratio?” he asked. Pressure mounts on Trump and DOJ The findings have renewed scrutiny of the Trump administration, which has faced internal tensions over how it is handling the Epstein case. President Donald Trump previously vowed to declassify information about Epstein’s associates and the circumstances of his 2019 death in a New York prison. Many of Trump’s supporters believe Epstein was murdered to protect powerful figures connected to his alleged crimes. Critics have also pointed to confusion surrounding an FBI-DOJ memo leaked earlier this week. The memo claimed there was no “client list” tied to Epstein’s alleged trafficking ring, despite Attorney General Pam Bondi stating in February that such a list existed and was on her desk. Trump brushes off Epstein questions When asked again about Epstein at a recent press event, Trump dismissed the topic. “Are you still talking about Jeffrey Epstein? This guy’s been talked about for years … We have Texas, we have this, we have all of the things, and are people still talking about this guy, this creep? That is unbelievable,” he said. Trump has previously been photographed with Epstein and has been criticised for his changing stance on the case. Senator Brian Schatz, a Democrat from Hawaii, responded to the Wired story by saying he now suspects something is being covered up. “I am probably among the least conspiracy-minded people you would ever meet, but this is getting pretty nearly impossible to explain,” he posted on social media. While the Wired analysis does not accuse the DOJ of tampering with evidence, experts say calling the footage “raw” when it clearly has signs of editing only fuels public distrust.

“The file appears to have been assembled from at least two source clips, saved multiple times, exported, and then uploaded to the DOJ’s website,” Wired reported.

'Nearly impossible to explain': DOJ’s Epstein prison video wasn’t ‘raw’, report says it was edited in Premiere Pro

Mark Epstein, the brother of financier Jeffrey Epstein, has strongly rejected the Trump administration’s final report into his brother’s controversial death, suggesting the official explanation doesn’t add up.<h2>What did the Trump administration’s report conclude?</h2>The Justice Department and FBI, under President Donald Trump, this week released a long-awaited report declaring that Jeffrey Epstein had died by suicide. It also said there was no evidence that Epstein had kept a list of powerful clients to use for blackmail.But the findings have angered many of Trump’s own supporters, who had long speculated that Epstein’s death involved foul play, suspicions encouraged by several MAGA officials.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-complete-disappointment-kash-patel-once-pushed-epstein-conspiracies-now-leads-trump-s-fbi-and-dismisses-them-but-maga-isn-t-buying-it-1751892825511">‘Complete disappointment’: Kash Patel once pushed Epstein conspiracies, now leads Trump’s FBI and dismisses them, but MAGA&nbsp;isn’t&nbsp;buying&nbsp;it</a><h2>What is Mark Epstein saying now?</h2>Speaking to NewsNation’s Chris Cuomo on Tuesday, Mark Epstein said he doesn’t trust the government’s version of events. “Every time they say or do something to try to quash the fact that he was most likely murdered, they just put their foot further down their mouth,” he said. Mark has long voiced concerns about how his brother died in a high-security jail while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges in 2019.The official autopsy was conducted by New York City’s Chief Medical Examiner Barbara Sampson, with renowned pathologist Dr Michael Baden observing at the request of Epstein’s legal team. Baden said at the time that Epstein’s injuries were “more consistent with homicidal strangulation than suicide.”Kash Patel, the FBI director and one of the Trump officials who had previously fuelled speculation about Epstein’s alleged blackmail operation, made a sharp U-turn in May. “You know a suicide when you see one, and that’s what that was,” Patel said.Mark Epstein, reacting to that statement, said, “When Kash Patel came out with that statement, I laughed at how stupid it was.”Trump has not directly addressed Mark Epstein’s claims, but during a press briefing on Monday, his press secretary refused to answer questions related to Jeffrey Epstein.

The Justice Department and FBI, under President Donald Trump, this week released a long-awaited report declaring that Jeffrey Epstein had died by suicide. It also said there was no evidence that Epstein had kept a list of powerful clients to use for blackmail.

Mark Epstein, the brother of financier Jeffrey Epstein, has strongly rejected the Trump administration’s final report into his brother’s controversial death, suggesting the official explanation doesn’t add up. What did the Trump administration’s report conclude? The Justice Department and FBI, under President Donald Trump, this week released a long-awaited report declaring that Jeffrey Epstein had died by suicide. It also said there was no evidence that Epstein had kept a list of powerful clients to use for blackmail. But the findings have angered many of Trump’s own supporters, who had long speculated that Epstein’s death involved foul play, suspicions encouraged by several MAGA officials. Also read: ‘Complete disappointment’: Kash Patel once pushed Epstein conspiracies, now leads Trump’s FBI and dismisses them, but MAGA isn’t buying it What is Mark Epstein saying now? Speaking to NewsNation’s Chris Cuomo on Tuesday, Mark Epstein said he doesn’t trust the government’s version of events. “Every time they say or do something to try to quash the fact that he was most likely murdered, they just put their foot further down their mouth,” he said. Mark has long voiced concerns about how his brother died in a high-security jail while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges in 2019. The official autopsy was conducted by New York City’s Chief Medical Examiner Barbara Sampson, with renowned pathologist Dr Michael Baden observing at the request of Epstein’s legal team. Baden said at the time that Epstein’s injuries were “more consistent with homicidal strangulation than suicide.” Kash Patel, the FBI director and one of the Trump officials who had previously fuelled speculation about Epstein’s alleged blackmail operation, made a sharp U-turn in May. “You know a suicide when you see one, and that’s what that was,” Patel said. Mark Epstein, reacting to that statement, said, “When Kash Patel came out with that statement, I laughed at how stupid it was.” Trump has not directly addressed Mark Epstein’s claims, but during a press briefing on Monday, his press secretary refused to answer questions related to Jeffrey Epstein.

The Justice Department and FBI, under President Donald Trump, this week released a long-awaited report declaring that Jeffrey Epstein had died by suicide. It also said there was no evidence that Epstein had kept a list of powerful clients to use for blackmail.

‘I laughed at how stupid it was’: Jeffrey Epstein’s brother says he was ‘murdered’, refutes FBI report

Elon Musk led a wave of anger from Trump supporters after the FBI and Justice Department officially ruled out the existence of a so-called “Epstein client list”. A memo obtained by Axios revealed that federal investigators found no evidence that Jeffrey Epstein blackmailed powerful people or kept a list of clients.The document also said that no further charges will be filed, apart from those already brought against Epstein’s close associate, Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving 20 years in prison for child sex trafficking.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-complete-disappointment-kash-patel-once-pushed-epstein-conspiracies-now-leads-trump-s-fbi-and-dismisses-them-but-maga-isn-t-buying-it-1751892825511">‘Complete disappointment’: Kash Patel once pushed Epstein conspiracies, now leads Trump’s FBI and dismisses them, but MAGA&nbsp;isn’t&nbsp;buying&nbsp;it</a>The FBI also plans to release surveillance footage that it says confirms Epstein took his own life in a New York jail cell while awaiting trial.<h2>Trump loyalists turn on FBI over ‘missing’ Epstein list</h2>The update triggered a backlash from MAGA influencers and Trump allies, many of whom had long claimed the files would reveal damning information about political elites.Musk, who once claimed Donald Trump was in the Epstein files, and later retracted it posted on X, “What’s the time? Oh look, it’s no-one-has-been-arrested-o’clock again,” Musk wrote on X, alongside an image of a fake “Jeffrey Epstein pedophile arrest counter” stuck at zero. He also posted a meme of a man applying clown makeup, ending with the words, “There is no Epstein list.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">What’s the time? Oh look, it’s no-one-has-been-arrested-o’clock again … <a href="https://t.co/CO9xJz68Tf">pic.twitter.com/CO9xJz68Tf</a>&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1942132189229162960?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 7, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Pam Bondi once promised release, now under fire</h2>Trump’s Attorney General Pam Bondi had told Fox News in February that the list was “sitting on my desk right now to review,” promising transparency. That hasn’t happened. MAGA influencer Chad Prather wrote, “You told us it existed and now you say it doesn’t? America deserves answers.”Robby Starbuck added, “Pam Bondi said the Epstein client list was on her desk… Now the DOJ she leads claims that there’s no Epstein client list. Sorry but this is unacceptable.”Laura Loomer, a far-right commentator, accused Bondi of “lying” and criticised the timing of the DOJ’s update, saying, “Who releases a statement about the Epstein files on the Sunday night of 4th of July weekend?”<h2>FBI leaders once doubted Epstein’s death, now backtrack</h2>Before joining the FBI, both current Director Kash Patel and Deputy Director Dan Bongino had pushed claims that Epstein didn’t kill himself. They have since changed their stance. “He killed himself. I’ve seen the whole file,” Bongino said in May.

Trump’s Attorney General Pam Bondi had told Fox News in February that the list was “sitting on my desk right now to review,” promising transparency. That hasn’t happened.

Elon Musk led a wave of anger from Trump supporters after the FBI and Justice Department officially ruled out the existence of a so-called “Epstein client list”. A memo obtained by Axios revealed that federal investigators found no evidence that Jeffrey Epstein blackmailed powerful people or kept a list of clients. The document also said that no further charges will be filed, apart from those already brought against Epstein’s close associate, Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving 20 years in prison for child sex trafficking. Also read: ‘Complete disappointment’: Kash Patel once pushed Epstein conspiracies, now leads Trump’s FBI and dismisses them, but MAGA isn’t buying it The FBI also plans to release surveillance footage that it says confirms Epstein took his own life in a New York jail cell while awaiting trial. Trump loyalists turn on FBI over ‘missing’ Epstein list The update triggered a backlash from MAGA influencers and Trump allies, many of whom had long claimed the files would reveal damning information about political elites. Musk, who once claimed Donald Trump was in the Epstein files, and later retracted it posted on X, “What’s the time? Oh look, it’s no-one-has-been-arrested-o’clock again,” Musk wrote on X, alongside an image of a fake “Jeffrey Epstein pedophile arrest counter” stuck at zero. He also posted a meme of a man applying clown makeup, ending with the words, “There is no Epstein list.”

Trump’s Attorney General Pam Bondi had told Fox News in February that the list was “sitting on my desk right now to review,” promising transparency. That hasn’t happened.

‘It’s no-one’s-been-arrested-o’clock’: Elon Musk slams Trump's FBI and DOJ over Epstein memo

Donald Trump’s FBI has concluded there is no evidence that Jeffrey Epstein kept a secret “client list”, blackmailed powerful individuals, or was murdered, directly contradicting years of speculation, some of which was once pushed by the same people now leading the agency.The revelations, first reported by Axios, come from a two-page memo summarising the findings of an internal Justice Department investigation under the Trump administration. It comes shortly after Elon Musk publicly accused Trump of being named in the long-rumoured Epstein files, an accusation he later deleted.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musk-s-new-america-party-gets-support-from-mark-cuban-anthony-scaramucci-here-s-who-wants-in-1751803571320">'Billionaire, Ex-Trump ally': Elon Musk’s new ‘America Party’ gets support from surprising allies: Here’s who wants in</a><h2>Elon Musk’s accusation went viral</h2>In early June, Musk escalated his feud with Donald Trump by writing on X, “Time to drop the really big bomb: Donald Trump is in the Epstein files.” The post was deleted later. Trump responded by dismissing the claim, telling NBC News, “That’s called old news… Even Epstein’s lawyer said I had nothing to do with it.” He added, “I was not at all friendly with him [Epstein] for probably 18 years before he died.”<h2>The memo: No client list, no blackmail, no conspiracy</h2>The FBI memo reviewed by Axios said there was “no credible evidence” that Epstein was running a blackmail operation or maintained a so-called “client list”. Investigators said they found no grounds to charge anyone else and had viewed prison footage that backed up the official ruling that Epstein died by suicide in a Manhattan jail cell in 2019.Trump’s Attorney General Pam Bondi, who previously said she had access to Epstein’s client list and promised to release it, has not commented since the FBI memo came out. Earlier this year, she told Fox News, “It’s sitting on my desk right now to review… Americans have a right to know.” At that time, Trump Jr. also chimed in, reposting news that Bondi had the files and adding “LFG” — let’s f***ing go.<h2>From conspiracy to contradiction: What changed?</h2>The memo’s publication marks a sharp turnaround, especially from figures like Kash Patel, who is now Trump’s FBI director. Before his appointment, Patel was one of the most vocal Epstein conspiracy theorists in pro-Trump media. Dan Bongino, now deputy director of the FBI, also frequently questioned the official version of Epstein’s death, suggesting a cover-up. Both now say Epstein died by suicide and there is no wider plot.“He killed himself,” Bongino said in May on Fox News. “I’ve seen the whole file.” Yet many on the right remain unconvinced. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) posted in May, “THIS IS NOT WHAT WE OR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE ASKED FOR and a complete disappointment. GET US THE INFORMATION WE ASKED FOR!”<h2>What the Epstein memo didn’t reveal</h2>Despite the FBI’s statement, some key questions remain. Bondi had earlier said that the FBI initially gave her only a few hundred pages, but eventually handed over thousands of documents. She claimed they contained flight logs, victim names, and more. As of now, the full contents of those documents have not been made public. Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s long-time associate, is currently serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking of minors and related charges. No further prosecutions are planned.

In early June, Musk escalated his feud with Donald Trump by writing on X, “Time to drop the really big bomb: Donald Trump is in the Epstein files.” The post was deleted later.

Donald Trump’s FBI has concluded there is no evidence that Jeffrey Epstein kept a secret “client list”, blackmailed powerful individuals, or was murdered, directly contradicting years of speculation, some of which was once pushed by the same people now leading the agency. The revelations, first reported by Axios, come from a two-page memo summarising the findings of an internal Justice Department investigation under the Trump administration. It comes shortly after Elon Musk publicly accused Trump of being named in the long-rumoured Epstein files, an accusation he later deleted. Also read: 'Billionaire, Ex-Trump ally': Elon Musk’s new ‘America Party’ gets support from surprising allies: Here’s who wants in Elon Musk’s accusation went viral In early June, Musk escalated his feud with Donald Trump by writing on X, “Time to drop the really big bomb: Donald Trump is in the Epstein files.” The post was deleted later. Trump responded by dismissing the claim, telling NBC News, “That’s called old news… Even Epstein’s lawyer said I had nothing to do with it.” He added, “I was not at all friendly with him [Epstein] for probably 18 years before he died.” The memo: No client list, no blackmail, no conspiracy The FBI memo reviewed by Axios said there was “no credible evidence” that Epstein was running a blackmail operation or maintained a so-called “client list”. Investigators said they found no grounds to charge anyone else and had viewed prison footage that backed up the official ruling that Epstein died by suicide in a Manhattan jail cell in 2019. Trump’s Attorney General Pam Bondi, who previously said she had access to Epstein’s client list and promised to release it, has not commented since the FBI memo came out. Earlier this year, she told Fox News, “It’s sitting on my desk right now to review… Americans have a right to know.” At that time, Trump Jr. also chimed in, reposting news that Bondi had the files and adding “LFG” — let’s f***ing go. From conspiracy to contradiction: What changed? The memo’s publication marks a sharp turnaround, especially from figures like Kash Patel, who is now Trump’s FBI director. Before his appointment, Patel was one of the most vocal Epstein conspiracy theorists in pro-Trump media. Dan Bongino, now deputy director of the FBI, also frequently questioned the official version of Epstein’s death, suggesting a cover-up. Both now say Epstein died by suicide and there is no wider plot. “He killed himself,” Bongino said in May on Fox News. “I’ve seen the whole file.” Yet many on the right remain unconvinced. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) posted in May, “THIS IS NOT WHAT WE OR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE ASKED FOR and a complete disappointment. GET US THE INFORMATION WE ASKED FOR!” What the Epstein memo didn’t reveal Despite the FBI’s statement, some key questions remain. Bondi had earlier said that the FBI initially gave her only a few hundred pages, but eventually handed over thousands of documents. She claimed they contained flight logs, victim names, and more. As of now, the full contents of those documents have not been made public. Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s long-time associate, is currently serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking of minors and related charges. No further prosecutions are planned.

In early June, Musk escalated his feud with Donald Trump by writing on X, “Time to drop the really big bomb: Donald Trump is in the Epstein files.” The post was deleted later.

‘Complete disappointment’: Kash Patel once pushed Epstein conspiracies, now leads Trump’s FBI and dismisses them, but MAGA isn’t buying it

Even as tech giant Elon Musk said that he is holding back in escalating tensions with United States President Donald Trump, the billionaire has dropped a bombshell response on a post on X that demanded the release of Epstein files. Musk's response came hours before the US House passed Trump's mega tax and spending bill - that Donald Trump has termed as ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’. An user on X shared a post urging the release of “the unredacted Epstein files,” to which the Tesla boss responded with a resounding “yes.” Elon Musk, during his tussle with Trump last month had claimed that the US president's name is present in the Epstein files. He later deleted his post and apologised for his remark, stating that “he went too far.” Now even as the US House passed the tax bill, Musk has been silent for hours, with no post on his X.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250704/image-1751589049776.png"></figure>&nbsp;Musk's renewed campaign against the bill began when he declared that 'America Party' will be launched the day after the bill is passed. To this, Trump issued a threat of DOGE investigation on Musk and spoke about his deportation. However, this latest feud is not same as the previous one as Musk said he is holding his temptation back. While he has attacked the big beautiful bill and all US lawmakers supporting it, he has refrained from attacking the POTUS personally - something that he did last month. Here's a screenshot of his post from last month:&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250704/image-1751589431437.png"></figure>&nbsp;Last month, the row started after Musk expressed his vehement disapproval of Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill,” calling it a <a href="https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1929954109689606359?s=46">“disgusting abomination” </a>and encouraging people to “kill the bill.” Meanwhile, Trump maintained that the fall-out was prompted by <a href="https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/114632205177163456">Musk being upset over the removal of electric vehicle subsidies</a>—a provision that made Tesla vehicles more affordable.<h2>'Just plain wrong' to 'credit is due': Elon Musk seems confused</h2>In a post on X, Musk responded to a tweet criticising the president’s Truth Social post threatening to scrap federal subsidies received by his companies, writing that the remarks were: “Just plain wrong...So disappointing.” He also said that he is tempted to escalate the situation but he won't. The billionaire also made a post urging people to follow a meme account posting screenshots of old tweets by GOP lawmakers criticising the national debt alongside posts hailing the passage of tax and spending bill. However, after a few hours, when Trump shared a post about a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to stop the war in Gaza, the tech giant wrote: “Credit where credit is due...[Trump] has successfully resolved several serious conflicts around the world.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Credit where credit is due. <a href="https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@realDonaldTrump</a> has successfully resolved several serious conflicts around the world. <a href="https://t.co/0EyHHy5Gfo">pic.twitter.com/0EyHHy5Gfo</a>&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1940280279631110257?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>What is Epstein Files?</h2>The Epstein files are a collection of legal documents, court records, and investigative materials connected to Jeffrey Epstein, a wealthy financier accused of operating a sex trafficking ring involving underage girls. These files have drawn international attention due to Epstein’s links to high-profile figures in politics, business, and entertainment. A major part of the Epstein files comes from court cases, a defamation lawsuit filed by Virginia Giuffre, one of Epstein’s most outspoken accusers. In early 2024, hundreds of pages of these court documents were unsealed, revealing names, emails, and testimonies involving powerful individuals.

 Elon Musk said that he is holding back in escalating tensions with United States President Donald Trump amid feud over ‘one big beautiful bill’ but he has now given his nod to a post demanding the release of Epstein Files 

Even as tech giant Elon Musk said that he is holding back in escalating tensions with United States President Donald Trump, the billionaire has dropped a bombshell response on a post on X that demanded the release of Epstein files. Musk's response came hours before the US House passed Trump's mega tax and spending bill - that Donald Trump has termed as ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’. An user on X shared a post urging the release of “the unredacted Epstein files,” to which the Tesla boss responded with a resounding “yes.” Elon Musk, during his tussle with Trump last month had claimed that the US president's name is present in the Epstein files. He later deleted his post and apologised for his remark, stating that “he went too far.” Now even as the US House passed the tax bill, Musk has been silent for hours, with no post on his X. Musk's renewed campaign against the bill began when he declared that 'America Party' will be launched the day after the bill is passed. To this, Trump issued a threat of DOGE investigation on Musk and spoke about his deportation. However, this latest feud is not same as the previous one as Musk said he is holding his temptation back. While he has attacked the big beautiful bill and all US lawmakers supporting it, he has refrained from attacking the POTUS personally - something that he did last month. Here's a screenshot of his post from last month: Last month, the row started after Musk expressed his vehement disapproval of Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill,” calling it a “disgusting abomination” and encouraging people to “kill the bill.” Meanwhile, Trump maintained that the fall-out was prompted by Musk being upset over the removal of electric vehicle subsidies—a provision that made Tesla vehicles more affordable. 'Just plain wrong' to 'credit is due': Elon Musk seems confused In a post on X, Musk responded to a tweet criticising the president’s Truth Social post threatening to scrap federal subsidies received by his companies, writing that the remarks were: “Just plain wrong...So disappointing.” He also said that he is tempted to escalate the situation but he won't. The billionaire also made a post urging people to follow a meme account posting screenshots of old tweets by GOP lawmakers criticising the national debt alongside posts hailing the passage of tax and spending bill. However, after a few hours, when Trump shared a post about a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to stop the war in Gaza, the tech giant wrote: “Credit where credit is due...[Trump] has successfully resolved several serious conflicts around the world.”

Elon Musk said that he is holding back in escalating tensions with United States President Donald Trump amid feud over ‘one big beautiful bill’ but he has now given his nod to a post demanding the release of Epstein Files&nbsp;

Elon Musk drops one-word answer on post demanding release of Epstein files amid feud with Trump over 'big beautiful bill'

Los Angeles saw intense protests over the weekend following a series of ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) raids across California. In response, President Donald Trump authorised the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops to the city for 60 days or “at the discretion of the Secretary of Defense,” the White House said late on Saturday.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musk-went-nuclear-on-trump-can-he-ever-return-to-us-president-s-good-books-here-s-what-jd-vance-has-to-say-1749383195989">Elon Musk ‘went nuclear’ on Trump, can he ever return to US President's good books? Here's what JD Vance has to say</a><h2>Social media buzzes with conspiracy theories</h2>As the unrest continued, several users on social media began linking the timing of the protests to tech billionaire Elon Musk’s recent claims about Trump and Jeffrey Epstein.Some users suggested the chaos in Los Angeles might be a distraction. “Elon: Trump is in the Epstein files. Next day: Los Angeles riots begin,” one person wrote on X, formerly Twitter.Another added, “LOS ANGELES IS A DISTRACTION. Elon was forced to take down his 1M+ likes re Trump and Epstein, in Congress the flagship tax bill is stalling out, and tariff confusion is spiking prices. DONT GET DISTRACTED BY KEY JANGLES.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-bypass-security-no-tracking-no-records-elon-musk-s-doge-secretly-transmitted-white-house-data-via-starlink-1749380621741">‘Bypass security, no tracking, no records’: Elon Musk’s DOGE secretly transmitted White&nbsp;House&nbsp;data via Starlink</a><h2>What did Musk say about Trump and Epstein?</h2>Earlier this week, Elon Musk posted a controversial message accusing Trump of having ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The message, which quickly gained over a million likes, read, “Time to drop the really big bomb: (Trump) is in the Epstein files.” He followed up with, “That is the real reason they have not been made public.”Musk later deleted the post and did not provide any specific evidence.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/maga-loves-musk-too-here-s-how-elon-musk-s-popularity-among-republicans-could-hurt-donald-trump-s-future-plans-1749298584471">MAGA loves Musk too! Here's how Elon Musk's popularity among Republicans could hurt Donald Trump's future plans</a>The claims came during a highly public falling out between Musk and Trump. While the timing of the LA protests has sparked speculation, there is no evidence linking them directly to Musk’s Epstein post.<h2>DHS blames Democratic leaders for chaos</h2>Meanwhile, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has accused Democratic leaders of worsening the violence.“The violent targeting of law enforcement in Los Angeles by lawless rioters is despicable and Mayor Bass and Governor Newsom must call for it to end,” said DHS spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin in a statement.

Earlier this week, Elon Musk posted a controversial message accusing Trump of having ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The message, which quickly gained over a million likes, read, “Time to drop the really big bomb: (Trump) is in the Epstein files.”

Los Angeles saw intense protests over the weekend following a series of ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) raids across California. In response, President Donald Trump authorised the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops to the city for 60 days or “at the discretion of the Secretary of Defense,” the White House said late on Saturday. Also read: Elon Musk ‘went nuclear’ on Trump, can he ever return to US President's good books? Here's what JD Vance has to say Social media buzzes with conspiracy theories As the unrest continued, several users on social media began linking the timing of the protests to tech billionaire Elon Musk’s recent claims about Trump and Jeffrey Epstein. Some users suggested the chaos in Los Angeles might be a distraction. “Elon: Trump is in the Epstein files. Next day: Los Angeles riots begin,” one person wrote on X, formerly Twitter. Another added, “LOS ANGELES IS A DISTRACTION. Elon was forced to take down his 1M+ likes re Trump and Epstein, in Congress the flagship tax bill is stalling out, and tariff confusion is spiking prices. DONT GET DISTRACTED BY KEY JANGLES.” Also read: ‘Bypass security, no tracking, no records’: Elon Musk’s DOGE secretly transmitted White House data via Starlink What did Musk say about Trump and Epstein? Earlier this week, Elon Musk posted a controversial message accusing Trump of having ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The message, which quickly gained over a million likes, read, “Time to drop the really big bomb: (Trump) is in the Epstein files.” He followed up with, “That is the real reason they have not been made public.” Musk later deleted the post and did not provide any specific evidence. Also read: MAGA loves Musk too! Here's how Elon Musk's popularity among Republicans could hurt Donald Trump's future plans The claims came during a highly public falling out between Musk and Trump. While the timing of the LA protests has sparked speculation, there is no evidence linking them directly to Musk’s Epstein post. DHS blames Democratic leaders for chaos Meanwhile, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has accused Democratic leaders of worsening the violence. “The violent targeting of law enforcement in Los Angeles by lawless rioters is despicable and Mayor Bass and Governor Newsom must call for it to end,” said DHS spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin in a statement.

Earlier this week, Elon Musk posted a controversial message accusing Trump of having ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The message, which quickly gained over a million likes, read, “Time to drop the really big bomb: (Trump) is in the Epstein files.”

‘Distraction from Epstein files?’: Netizens suggest Trump is ‘distracting’ voters with LA protests, National Guard showdown

Elon Musk, earlier dropped a "big bombshell" during his feud with US President Donald Trump, claiming that Trump was on the list of Jeffrey Epstein.However, on Saturday, the billionaire and "ex-buddy" of Trump deleted his post.On Thursday night, Musk wrote on X, "Trump is in the Epstein files. That is the real reason they have not been made public. Mark this post for the future. The truth will come out."Musk also responded to a post that claimed, “In 1992 Trump partied with Jeffrey Epstein.”Responding to a post on social media that said whether Trump should be impeached and JD Vance should replace him, Musk said: “Yes.”This started a stream of reactions and outbursts from legacy media, both in Trump's camp and his opposing camp. Those in the opposing camp argued that Trump's name must be in the files; that's why the administration had not made it public.James Fishback, principal architect of the "DOGE Checks" initiative, who earlier criticised Musk for his tweets targeting Trump, praised tech tycoon after he deleted all posts directed at Trump.Noting Musk's deleted posts, Fishback urged the billionaire to take the next steps by offering an apology to Trump. "Elon has deleted his slanderous tweets about the President of the United States. Good first step. Next up: a full-throated apology to Trump and his family," he said.Earlier, it all started when Fishback responded to Musk's post about forming a new political party."You owe President Trump a full-throated apology, and every hour you delay, it'll make an eventual apology less sincere," he wrote."You can substantively disagree with the President on policy, but you should not have baselessly and personally attacked him," Fishback added.&nbsp;Also read: Trump sends 'wish him well' message for Elon Musk after breakup: Tesla boss gives one-word response

On Thursday night, Musk wrote on X, "Trump is in the Epstein files. That is the real reason they have not been made public. Mark this post for the future. The truth will come out."

Elon Musk, earlier dropped a "big bombshell" during his feud with US President Donald Trump, claiming that Trump was on the list of Jeffrey Epstein. However, on Saturday, the billionaire and "ex-buddy" of Trump deleted his post. On Thursday night, Musk wrote on X, "Trump is in the Epstein files. That is the real reason they have not been made public. Mark this post for the future. The truth will come out." Musk also responded to a post that claimed, “In 1992 Trump partied with Jeffrey Epstein.” Responding to a post on social media that said whether Trump should be impeached and JD Vance should replace him, Musk said: “Yes.” This started a stream of reactions and outbursts from legacy media, both in Trump's camp and his opposing camp. Those in the opposing camp argued that Trump's name must be in the files; that's why the administration had not made it public. James Fishback, principal architect of the "DOGE Checks" initiative, who earlier criticised Musk for his tweets targeting Trump, praised tech tycoon after he deleted all posts directed at Trump. Noting Musk's deleted posts, Fishback urged the billionaire to take the next steps by offering an apology to Trump. "Elon has deleted his slanderous tweets about the President of the United States. Good first step. Next up: a full-throated apology to Trump and his family," he said. Earlier, it all started when Fishback responded to Musk's post about forming a new political party. "You owe President Trump a full-throated apology, and every hour you delay, it'll make an eventual apology less sincere," he wrote. "You can substantively disagree with the President on policy, but you should not have baselessly and personally attacked him," Fishback added. Also read: Trump sends 'wish him well' message for Elon Musk after breakup: Tesla boss gives one-word response

On Thursday night, Musk wrote on X, "Trump is in the Epstein files. That is the real reason they have not been made public. Mark this post for the future. The truth will come out."

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As the rift between billionaire Elon Musk and US President Donald Trump grows wider, the Tesla CEO said on Thursday (Jun 5) that the Republican is in the Epstein files, claiming that this is why they are not being released.&nbsp;In an X post, Musk wrote, “Time to drop the really big bomb: DonaldTrump is in the Epstein files. That is the real reason they have not been made public. Have a nice day, DJT!”&nbsp;“Mark this post for the future. The truth will come out,” he added.&nbsp;Musk also responded to a post that claimed, “In 1992 Trump partied with Jeffrey Epstein.”&nbsp;

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&nbsp;Responding to a post on social media that said whether Trump should be impeached and JD Vance should replace him, Musk said: “Yes.”&nbsp;Earlier, he also said, “Is it time to create a new political party in America that actually represents the 80% in the middle?”&nbsp;Talking on tariffs, the billionaire said that the trade duties imposed by Trump would result in a recession.&nbsp;“The Trump tariffs will cause a recession in the second half of this year,” he wrote on X.&nbsp;As the war of words continues on social media, Trump wrote, “I don’t mind Elon turning against me, but he should have done so months ago. This is one of the Greatest Bills ever presented to Congress. It’s a Record Cut in Expenses, $1.6 Trillion Dollars, and the Biggest Tax Cut ever given. If this Bill doesn’t pass, there will be a 68% Tax Increase, and things far worse than that. I didn’t create this mess, I’m just here to FIX IT. This puts our Country on a Path of Greatness. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!”&nbsp;<h2>Musk says SpaceX will begin decommissioning its Dragon spacecraft</h2>Responding to Trump's threats that he would terminate the Tesla CEO’s government subsidies and contracts, Musk said, “In light of the President’s statement about cancellation of my government contracts, SpaceX will begin decommissioning its Dragon spacecraft immediately.”&nbsp;Trump earlier said, “The easiest way to save money in our Budget, Billions and Billions of Dollars, is to terminate Elon’s Governmental Subsidies and Contracts. I was always surprised that Biden didn’t do it!”&nbsp;Meanwhile, Tesla shares plummeted more than 15 per cent on Thursday, recording a loss of over $100 billion in market capitalisation.

Meanwhile, Trump threatened the billionaire that he would terminate the Tesla CEO’s government subsidies and contracts.

As the rift between billionaire Elon Musk and US President Donald Trump grows wider, the Tesla CEO said on Thursday (Jun 5) that the Republican is in the Epstein files, claiming that this is why they are not being released. In an X post, Musk wrote, “Time to drop the really big bomb: DonaldTrump is in the Epstein files. That is the real reason they have not been made public. Have a nice day, DJT!” “Mark this post for the future. The truth will come out,” he added. Musk also responded to a post that claimed, “In 1992 Trump partied with Jeffrey Epstein.”

Meanwhile, Trump threatened the billionaire that he would terminate the Tesla CEO’s government subsidies and contracts.

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Sixteen women have accused the renowned magician David Copperfield of sexual misconduct and inappropriate behaviour spanning decades, an investigation by The Guardian US newspaper revealed. The claims span from the late 1980s to 2014.&nbsp;

The report claimed the American illusionist "drugged three women before he had sexual relations with them, for which they felt they were unable to consent".&nbsp;

The bombshell report also claimed that over half of the alleged offences happened when victims were under the age of 18 with some stating that they were as young as 15. However, it is also possible that Copperfield may not be aware of their ages.&nbsp;

Copperfield's lawyers have rejected the allegations, calling them "false and entirely without foundation".&nbsp;

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He has "never acted inappropriately with anyone, let alone anyone underage" and a "truthful" depiction of the magician would describe his "kindness, shyness and treatment of men and women with respect", his lawyers told the newspaper.&nbsp;

One victim with the alias Gillian told the outlet that she agreed to meet Copperfield for a drink in 1993 after one of his shows. "I … would never just say this to somebody if I didn't truly, honest to God believe that I was drugged at that time," Gillian said as quoted,&nbsp;

Another victim claimed that she met the magician at one of his concerts. She was said to be 15 at that time. The victim alleged that after she performed on stage with him at a gig in Savannah, Georgia, he approached her and her mother in the parking lot.&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dubai-unlocked-why-has-the-city-becomes-a-safe-haven-for-alleged-criminals-and-corrupt-figures-721722">'Dubai Unlocked': Why has the city become a safe haven for alleged criminals and corrupt figures?</a>&nbsp;

As per the report, he took her phone number and handed her a business card. He apparently promised her to take her to dinner when she turned 18. But he started to call her late at night. She said he sent her gifts and tickets to his shows. They had consensual sex after she turned 18. She said that it was her first time.&nbsp;

"I was a young schoolgirl infatuated with a man who was famous and I think he used that to benefit him. Why would he continue to reach out to me through those years if he wasn't planning on pouncing as soon as I turned 18?," she told the paper.&nbsp;

Women in four other cases claimed that Copperfield had groped them or made them touch him in a sexual way during live performances on stage.&nbsp;

One victim even claimed that the magician squeezed her breast after he called her on stage during a performance in January 2014 at the MGM Grand casino-hotel. The report mentioned that she even approached MGM and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. The police told the newspaper that they had to close the case because of "insufficient evidence". According to the report, she felt her claim was never taken seriously.&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;Assassination attempt on Slovakia PM Robert Fico&nbsp;

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<h2>Copperfield's connection with Jeffrey Epstein&nbsp;</h2>

Copperfield has been under fire for his association with Jeffrey Epstein, an indicted child sex trafficker who committed suicide in prison in 2019. His lawyers denied any association, but Copperfield was among the high-profile individuals who were named in Epstein-related court documents that were unsealed in January.&nbsp;

His lawyers told the paper that Copperfield had heard a "rumour" about this, however, he had "no knowledge or belief that anything improper was going on".&nbsp;

"Our client did not know about Epstein's horrific crimes. Like the rest of the world, he learned about it from the press," his lawyers said.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Sixteen women have accused the renowned magician David Copperfield of sexual misconduct and inappropriate behaviour spanning decades, an investigation by The Guardian US newspaper revealed.

Sixteen women have accused the renowned magician David Copperfield of sexual misconduct and inappropriate behaviour spanning decades, an investigation by The Guardian US newspaper revealed. The claims span from the late 1980s to 2014. The report claimed the American illusionist "drugged three women before he had sexual relations with them, for which they felt they were unable to consent". The bombshell report also claimed that over half of the alleged offences happened when victims were under the age of 18 with some stating that they were as young as 15. However, it is also possible that Copperfield may not be aware of their ages. Copperfield's lawyers have rejected the allegations, calling them "false and entirely without foundation". Also read: Antony Blinken plays guitar in Kyiv to signify defiance and hope, ends up getting slammed He has "never acted inappropriately with anyone, let alone anyone underage" and a "truthful" depiction of the magician would describe his "kindness, shyness and treatment of men and women with respect", his lawyers told the newspaper. One victim with the alias Gillian told the outlet that she agreed to meet Copperfield for a drink in 1993 after one of his shows. "I … would never just say this to somebody if I didn't truly, honest to God believe that I was drugged at that time," Gillian said as quoted, Another victim claimed that she met the magician at one of his concerts. She was said to be 15 at that time. The victim alleged that after she performed on stage with him at a gig in Savannah, Georgia, he approached her and her mother in the parking lot. Also read: 'Dubai Unlocked': Why has the city become a safe haven for alleged criminals and corrupt figures? As per the report, he took her phone number and handed her a business card. He apparently promised her to take her to dinner when she turned 18. But he started to call her late at night. She said he sent her gifts and tickets to his shows. They had consensual sex after she turned 18. She said that it was her first time. "I was a young schoolgirl infatuated with a man who was famous and I think he used that to benefit him. Why would he continue to reach out to me through those years if he wasn't planning on pouncing as soon as I turned 18?," she told the paper. Women in four other cases claimed that Copperfield had groped them or made them touch him in a sexual way during live performances on stage. One victim even claimed that the magician squeezed her breast after he called her on stage during a performance in January 2014 at the MGM Grand casino-hotel. The report mentioned that she even approached MGM and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. The police told the newspaper that they had to close the case because of "insufficient evidence". According to the report, she felt her claim was never taken seriously. Watch: Assassination attempt on Slovakia PM Robert Fico × Copperfield's connection with Jeffrey Epstein Copperfield has been under fire for his association with Jeffrey Epstein, an indicted child sex trafficker who committed suicide in prison in 2019. His lawyers denied any association, but Copperfield was among the high-profile individuals who were named in Epstein-related court documents that were unsealed in January. His lawyers told the paper that Copperfield had heard a "rumour" about this, however, he had "no knowledge or belief that anything improper was going on". "Our client did not know about Epstein's horrific crimes. Like the rest of the world, he learned about it from the press," his lawyers said. (With inputs from agencies)

Magician David Copperfield, whose name figured in Epstein files, accused of sexual assault by 16 women: Report

The last batch of documents related to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein was released on Tuesday (Jan 9). It's the fourth release of records related to the survivor Virginia Giuffre's case against Ghislaine Maxwell, the late financier's former girlfriend.

<h2>Who all were accused to be the traffickers?</h2>

The final set of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents revealed the plaintiff had accused Bill Richardson, Marvin Minsky and Les Wexner of sex trafficking her in a 2016 deposition.

The lawsuit, filed in 2015, was settled in 2017. Maxwell has since been jailed for 20 years for helping Epstein abuse young girls. Maxwell is appealing against her conviction.

These documents, unsealed as part of a court ruling, showed that Epstein paid&nbsp;Virginia Giuffre&nbsp;$15,000 to have sex with Britain's Prince Andrew in 2011.&nbsp;

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Prince Andrew has repeatedly denied they had sex.&nbsp;

Giuffre was also directed to have sex with another prince, the unnamed owner of a large hotel chain and a billionaire hedge fund manager Glenn Dubin, according to a transcript cited in the released documents.&nbsp;

Former US presidents Bill Clinton and Donald Trump were also mentioned in unsealed depositions by Maxwell and an Epstein accuser, Johanna Sjoberg.

Sjoberg said that Maxwell recruited her as a massage therapist while she attended Palm Beach Atlantic College in 2001.&nbsp;

Neither of the former US presidents is accused of wrongdoing in the depositions.

<h2>Did Epstein make sex tapes?</h2>

The filings also show that one accuser Sarah Ransome claimed to have seen sex tapes filmed by the disgraced financier.

She later said that she wanted to retract the allegations.

In one undated email from the released files included as evidence, Ransome says: "When my friend had sexual intercourse with Clinton, Prince Andrew, and Richard Branson, sex tapes were filmed on each separate occasion by Jeffery [sic]."

Three other tranches of long-sealed Epstein court files were released last week. They, however, contained few details that weren't previously known.

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Epstein pleaded guilty to soliciting prostitution from a minor in 2008 and allegedly killed himself in 2019 while awaiting trial over sex trafficking charges.

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The last batch of documents related to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein was released on Tuesday (Jan 9). It's the fourth release of records related to the survivor Virginia Giuffre's case against Ghislaine Maxwell, the late financier's former girlfriend.

The last batch of documents related to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein was released on Tuesday (Jan 9). It's the fourth release of records related to the survivor Virginia Giuffre's case against Ghislaine Maxwell, the late financier's former girlfriend. Who all were accused to be the traffickers? The final set of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents revealed the plaintiff had accused Bill Richardson, Marvin Minsky and Les Wexner of sex trafficking her in a 2016 deposition. The lawsuit, filed in 2015, was settled in 2017. Maxwell has since been jailed for 20 years for helping Epstein abuse young girls. Maxwell is appealing against her conviction. These documents, unsealed as part of a court ruling, showed that Epstein paid Virginia Giuffre $15,000 to have sex with Britain's Prince Andrew in 2011. Also read | Jeffrey Epstein's court files unsealed, Bill Clinton and Prince Andrew emerge as big names Prince Andrew has repeatedly denied they had sex. Giuffre was also directed to have sex with another prince, the unnamed owner of a large hotel chain and a billionaire hedge fund manager Glenn Dubin, according to a transcript cited in the released documents. Former US presidents Bill Clinton and Donald Trump were also mentioned in unsealed depositions by Maxwell and an Epstein accuser, Johanna Sjoberg. Sjoberg said that Maxwell recruited her as a massage therapist while she attended Palm Beach Atlantic College in 2001. Neither of the former US presidents is accused of wrongdoing in the depositions. Did Epstein make sex tapes? The filings also show that one accuser Sarah Ransome claimed to have seen sex tapes filmed by the disgraced financier. She later said that she wanted to retract the allegations. In one undated email from the released files included as evidence, Ransome says: "When my friend had sexual intercourse with Clinton, Prince Andrew, and Richard Branson, sex tapes were filmed on each separate occasion by Jeffery [sic]." Three other tranches of long-sealed Epstein court files were released last week. They, however, contained few details that weren't previously known. Also watch | More court documents related to Jeffrey Epstein unsealed × Epstein pleaded guilty to soliciting prostitution from a minor in 2008 and allegedly killed himself in 2019 while awaiting trial over sex trafficking charges. (With inputs from agencies)

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