Trump recently claimed to have distanced himself from Jeffrey Epstein before it was popular, but this assertion was met with skepticism. Marijke Chartouni, who alleges she was sexually abused by Epstein, responded to Trump’s comment on X, suggesting that his statement implied a confession. Her concise message, “Every accusation is a confession,” reflected her disbelief in Trump’s distancing strategy.
The released letter, allegedly written by Jeffrey Epstein, appears to reference his death by suicide and his shared interests with Nassar and the president, specifically concerning young women. The letter, signed “J. Epstein,” was addressed to Nassar and postmarked August 13, 2019, three days after Epstein’s death. The envelope indicated a return to sender, with Nassar listed at USP Arizona, where he had been held before a 2018 transfer.
The letter, attributed to Jeffrey Epstein, seemingly references his suicide and shared interest in young women. The letter also implicates the president, describing similar behavior. Despite the release of heavily redacted files, the Justice Department, perceived as being under the president’s control, continues to offer cover. A conservative X user pointed out that the Justice Department may be providing pre-emptive justifications for the documents’ content, suggesting an attempt to control public perception.
Following a Christmas greeting to “radical left scum,” the former president extended the sentiment to those associated with Jeffrey Epstein, claiming he distanced himself from the financier before allegations surfaced. He framed the release of the “Epstein files” as a “witch hunt” orchestrated by Democrats and a Republican, predicting it would primarily implicate Democrats. Trump also criticized the media for what he described as a conspiracy with Democrats to damage his reputation, and issued a warning to those potentially implicated by the files’ release.
On Christmas night 2025, President Trump took to Truth Social to address the latest releases of files related to the Jeffrey Epstein case, claiming he was the only one to distance himself from Epstein. The president’s post also attacked Democrats, the New York Times, and reiterated false claims about the 2016 election. This message follows the release of new documents including an unverified allegation of rape against Trump. The Department of Justice released the documents as part of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which Trump signed, despite previously opposing it.
During a Christmas Eve tradition, former President Donald Trump took calls from children, including an 8-year-old girl he complimented on her appearance and intelligence. Simultaneously, the Department of Justice was facing criticism for its delayed and incomplete release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, missing the legal deadline set for their publication. The DOJ attributed the delay to the extensive volume of documents and requested lawyers work through the holiday to expedite the process, sparking further controversy. Critics, including some X users and Republican Representative Thomas Massie, condemned the DOJ’s redactions and failure to meet the deadline.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced the discovery of over a million additional documents potentially related to the Jeffrey Epstein case, delaying the release of files initially slated for public release by last Friday. This postponement, due to the need for review and legally required redactions, prompted criticism from lawmakers, including Rep. Robert Garcia, who accused the White House of a cover-up. A bipartisan group of Senators, including Richard Blumenthal, Lisa Murkowski, and Jeff Merkley, also called for an audit of the DOJ’s handling of the files, alleging violations of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which mandated a full release with minimal redactions by December 19th.
Newly released documents from the Jeffrey Epstein case detail allegations of abuse, including accounts from women, while also identifying at least ten alleged co-conspirators. Although the identities of these co-conspirators remain largely undisclosed, the documents reveal that prosecutors and investigators were actively pursuing leads on these individuals as early as 2019. Despite the release of thousands of documents, key memos detailing decisions on whether to charge these alleged co-conspirators are still unavailable, raising concerns of a potential cover-up and demands for greater transparency from lawmakers. Critics argue that the redacted documents provide more questions than answers about the scope of Epstein’s crimes and who was involved.
The Justice Department has announced a delay in releasing all Jeffrey Epstein-related records, citing the discovery of over a million additional potentially relevant documents. This delay comes after a deadline mandated by Congress and follows a demand from a bipartisan group of senators for a full disclosure and independent audit of the records. Department officials had previously suggested a comprehensive review had been completed, making this a significant last-minute development. Former Attorney General Pam Bondi had also previously directed the Justice Department to deliver the complete Epstein files.
In a recent development, Republican Representative Thomas Massie and Democratic Representative Ro Khanna have initiated inherent contempt charges against former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi. These charges stem from the release of files associated with the Jeffrey Epstein case, raising concerns about the handling of sensitive information. The bipartisan action signifies a united front in holding Bondi accountable for her actions regarding the Epstein case files. Further details regarding the specific nature of the released files and the reasons for the contempt charges are expected to emerge as the legal process unfolds.
John Q. Hosedrinker