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US Justice Department Dismisses “Untrue” Claims About Trump in Epstein Files
The U.S. Department of Justice has released nearly 30,000 new documents from Jeffrey Epstein’s files, while simultaneously disputing what it calls “untrue and sensationalist” claims about former President Donald Trump contained within them.
The latest document release comes after the DOJ failed to meet a congressionally mandated December 19 deadline for publishing all Epstein-related materials. Officials have cited the need to carefully redact victims’ information as the reason for the delay, though critics remain unsatisfied with the pace and transparency of the process.
Among the most controversial materials is a record of an October 2020 call to the FBI from a former limousine driver who claimed to have driven Trump to Dallas airport in 1995. According to the document, the driver told investigators that during the trip, he overheard Trump speaking on his cell phone about “Jeffrey” and “abusing some girl.” The report further details an alleged conversation the driver had four years later with a woman who claimed Trump and Epstein had raped her.
The Justice Department has firmly rejected these allegations, stating: “To be clear: the claims are unfounded and false, and if they had a shred of credibility, they certainly would have been weaponized against President Trump already.”
Another document raising questions is a 2020 email from a New York prosecutor indicating that Trump traveled on Epstein’s private jet “many more times than previously has been reported.” The email claims flight logs show Trump on at least eight trips between 1993 and 1996, sometimes accompanied by Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s convicted co-conspirator. On one flight, Trump and Epstein were allegedly the only passengers, while on another they traveled with an unnamed 20-year-old.
This contrasts with Trump’s 2024 social media statement where he insisted: “I was never on Epstein’s Plane, or at his ‘stupid’ Island.”
The DOJ also flagged a purported handwritten note from Epstein to Larry Nassar, the imprisoned former USA Gymnastics doctor, as fraudulent. The note, which made crude references to Trump, was determined to be fake based on multiple inconsistencies, including a postmark from a different state than where Epstein was jailed and processing three days after Epstein’s death.
Among other notable revelations is an email sent to Maxwell in 2001 from someone identifying themselves as “A” at the “Balmoral Summer Camp for the Royal Family.” The email asks Maxwell if she has found “some new inappropriate friends” for the sender. While the author’s identity cannot be confirmed, details suggest connections to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Duke of York who has faced scrutiny for his relationship with Epstein.
Additional documents reveal U.S. authorities sought to interview the former royal about his relationships with both Epstein and another convicted sex offender, Peter Nygard, though they noted he was “not presently a target” of either investigation.
The release has sparked anger among Epstein’s victims and accusers. More than a dozen women signed a letter criticizing the DOJ’s handling of the files, claiming the released documents were “riddled with abnormal and extreme redactions with no explanation” while simultaneously failing to protect some victims’ identities.
“While clearer communication would not change the fact that a law was broken, its absence suggests an ongoing intent to keep survivors and the public in the dark as much as possible,” the letter stated.
The political implications of the files continue to unfold. While former President Bill Clinton featured prominently in earlier releases, Democrats suggest the latest documents raise new questions about Trump’s relationship with Epstein. Clinton’s spokesman has accused the Trump administration of selectively releasing material to protect themselves from further revelations.
Thousands more documents are expected to be released in the coming weeks as the Justice Department works to comply with congressional mandates for full transparency regarding the Epstein case.
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9 Comments
The latest Epstein file release highlights the need for meticulous review and transparency. Dismissing false claims is important, but the full truth must still come to light.
This is a complex and controversial case. While the public deserves answers, it’s important to separate verified facts from unproven allegations. Patience and diligence will be key.
Well said. Rushing to judgment based on dubious claims could undermine the integrity of the investigation.
Interesting developments in the Epstein case. Glad to see the DOJ disputing the questionable claims, but transparency is still needed on the full scope of the investigation.
This is a troubling situation, but we must rely on official sources and verified information. Sensationalism and unsubstantiated accusations do not serve justice.
Absolutely. The DOJ’s response is a step in the right direction, but there is still a long way to go in this complex case.
While the Epstein scandal has raised many questions, we must be cautious about accepting unverified claims, no matter how scandalous they may seem. Careful analysis is required.
The alleged connections between Epstein and prominent figures like Trump are concerning, but unsubstantiated claims shouldn’t be taken at face value. Rigorous fact-checking is crucial here.
Agreed. Let’s hope the DOJ can provide more clarity as they continue releasing these sensitive documents.