Fresh Epstein documents have reignited debate over President Trump’s bygone friendship with the disgraced financier, prompting a clear White House rebuttal. Press Secretary Caroline Leavitt reaffirmed severed connections and defended a top aide amid intense questioning.
Central to her remarks: Trump’s proactive ban of Epstein from Mar-a-Lago over misconduct. ‘Consistent statements from the President—ties ended decisively years back,’ Leavitt asserted, pointing to his candid disclosures.
The files cite an alleged early-2000s police chief call. Leavitt hedged: ‘Possibly happened, but unconfirmed; the ouster fact stands.’ She lauded the public release of 3 million+ pages as evidence of transparency resolve.
No mercy for Maxwell: ‘Pardon? No plans whatsoever.’
Commerce Secretary Lutnick, who owned up to old Epstein ties in testimony, received unqualified endorsement: ‘Indispensable asset with the President’s full trust.’
Leavitt highlighted momentum—the Dow’s first 50,000 close and a federal ruling solidifying migrant detention, with zero unlawful southern crossings for nine months running.
Epstein’s sex trafficking empire crumbled with his 2019 custodial death; Maxwell followed with convictions. The files’ notable names keep pressure on for comprehensive disclosures, but the White House champions openness through action.