Edith Hejberg
Trump likened the Epstein references to the Steele dossier, calling both “totally fake.”
In a moment during a live phone-in, President Donald Trump appeared to admit his name is mentioned in the infamous Epstein files,before quickly dismissing it as a political fabrication by Democrats. The comments reignited debate over the handling and transparency of the documents tied to Jeffrey Epstein.
Radio Interview Sparks Fresh Controversy
Speaking to Just the News on Real America’s Voice, Trump claimed that Democrats “slipped” his name into the documents during their time in power. He implicates, that evidence was manufactured to implicate him in Epstein’s notorious circle.
Birthday Card Allegation Adds Fuel
The timing of Trump’s remarks coincided with a Wall Street Journal report highlighting a “creepy” birthday card allegedly sent from Trump to Epstein. Though unverified, the detail has only added to public suspicion and media interest in the files’ contents.
“Put Out Anything Credible,” Trump Says
When asked whether he wanted prosecutors to investigate politically motivated accusations, Trump seemed to double down: “All they have to do is put out anything credible.” He then launched into a broader attack on what he sees as a pattern of political framing.
Comparing to the Steele Dossier
Trump likened the Epstein references to the Steele dossier, calling both “totally fake.” He referenced the years it took to discredit the dossier publicly and suggested a similar pattern was at play with the Epstein material.
Blaming Federal Agencies
The President also pointed fingers at key intelligence leaders, including FBI directors Chris Wray and James Comey. He accused them of overseeing a biased process that resulted in “fake” information being included in government files.
Public Records Already Mention Trump
Despite his assertions of Democratic interference, Trump’s ties to Epstein have already appeared in publicly available documents for years. Photos of him with Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell at Mar-a-Lago in 2000 continue to circulate widely.
Trump Team Pushes to Unseal Files
Facing mounting pressure from Republicans, Trump’s legal team filed a motion last week asking a federal court to unseal sealed Epstein-related records. It’s a move aimed at quieting critics and asserting transparency but risks backfiring if damaging details emerge.
House GOP Moves for Transparency
House Republicans are preparing to vote on a resolution urging the Justice Department to release more Epstein-related materials. Although symbolic, the resolution underscores a widening rift over how much the public should know.
Bipartisan Bill Seeks Full Disclosure
Meanwhile, Democrats, joined by nine Republicans have introduced their own bill with real legal teeth, which would compel the Justice Department to disclose more details about the Epstein investigation. With both sides calling for transparency, political motives remain under the microscope.
