Trump Denies Lewd Epstein Note, Seeks Release of Court Files
A Wall Street Journal report claims that, in 2003, Donald Trump wrote a sexually explicit birthday letter to Jeffrey Epstein—complete with a nude-woman doodle—and signed it “Donald” under her drawing. The note ended mysteriously: “may every day be another wonderful secret”. Trump vehemently denies the claim, calling it “fake,” and has threatened to sue the WSJ, Murdoch, and News Corp for defamation. Why This Matters The memo rekindles scrutiny over Trump’s ties to Epstein and amplifies calls—from both supporters and critics—for the full release of grand‑jury Epstein documents. Trump responded by asking Attorney‑General Pam Bondi to seek declassification and public release of relevant grand‑jury testimony. The controversy has split Trump’s base: some see it as a political hit, while others demand transparency. GOP Speaker Mike Johnson now supports releasing the files, framing it as a matter for public judgment. Key Statements Trump on […]