Summary
Newly released files include a letter from Jeffrey Epstein mentioning a U.S. president's alleged interest in young girls. The Department of Justice released many documents related to Epstein, but the authenticity and claims in the letter remain unverified. President Trump, who signed an act to release Epstein's files, denies any wrongdoing.
Key Facts
- A letter signed by Jeffrey Epstein mentions a president's alleged attraction to young girls but does not name President Trump.
- The letter was postmarked three days after Epstein's death in 2019.
- Newsweek has not confirmed the letter’s authenticity, and the DOJ describes some claims in the documents as untrue and sensational.
- The White House and DOJ say the claims against President Trump are unfounded.
- President Trump had initially called for the release of Epstein files but hesitated once in office.
- The DOJ released many Epstein-related documents, including heavily edited files to protect victims and investigations.
- A DOJ statement mentions restoring an image of Trump in the documents, which concerns transparency.
- The letter was sent from a New York correctional center to Larry Nassar, a convicted sex offender.
