President Donald Trump has categorically denied writing a letter to Jeffrey Epstein that surfaced recently. The letter, reportedly part of a 2003 birthday album for Epstein, allegedly includes a hand-drawn image and a message signed by Trump. The Wall Street Journal reported on the letter's existence, prompting Trump to label the report as "false, malicious, and defamatory." He has threatened legal action against the newspaper, its parent company News Corp, and its owner Rupert Murdoch, stating, "These are not my words, not the way I talk. Also, I don’t draw pictures."
In response to the controversy, President Trump has directed Attorney General Pam Bondi to seek court approval for the release of grand jury testimony related to Epstein's case. This move aims to address public concerns and provide transparency regarding the investigation into Epstein's activities. The Justice Department has previously concluded that there is no evidence supporting conspiracy theories about Epstein's clients or the circumstances of his 2019 death in prison.
The relationship between Trump and Epstein has been a subject of public interest for years. They were known to socialize in the 1990s, with footage from a 1992 party at Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate showing the two men together. Trump has stated, "I knew him like everybody in Palm Beach knew him," and mentioned that he had not spoken to Epstein for about 15 years. Despite their past association, Trump has consistently denied any involvement in Epstein's criminal activities.
The recent developments have intensified discussions about the handling of Epstein-related records and the transparency of the investigation. Critics have called for the release of all pertinent documents to fully understand the extent of Epstein's network and any potential connections to other individuals. The situation continues to evolve as legal actions and public debates unfold.