U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked a fresh round of controversy by denying any knowledge of his name appearing in investigation files tied to Jeffrey Epstein. Speaking to reporters in Scotland, he stated emphatically, "No, I was never — never briefed, no," challenging recent reports on the matter.
The Wall Street Journal reported that Attorney General Pam Bondi had informed him in May about multiple mentions of his name alongside other high-profile figures in a collection of documents assembled for conservative influencers. While an initial White House statement dismissed the claims as "fake news," subsequent comments acknowledged that Trump was indeed included in materials prepared earlier this year.
Historical records, including flight logs from the 1990s and entries in a contact book, have long linked Trump with Epstein. However, he has consistently denied flying on Epstein's private plane or being involved in any misconduct. The Justice Department recently stated there is no basis for further investigation, a decision that has only deepened debates among his supporters, who are calling for greater transparency about the interactions of wealthy and powerful individuals with Epstein.
This unfolding story continues to provoke heated discussions in U.S. political circles and on social media, leaving both fans and skeptics wondering what the next chapter holds. 🤔
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Trump says he was 'never' informed his name appeared in Epstein files
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