Former President Donald Trump announced on social media that he has instructed Attorney General Pam Bondi to uncover additional documents related to the late Jeffrey Epstein, following increased pressure from his supporters for more transparency in the notorious sex offender's case.
Trump Calls for More Epstein Documents Amid Pressure from Supporters
Trump Calls for More Epstein Documents Amid Pressure from Supporters
Trump has directed Attorney General Pam Bondi to seek the release of Epstein-related documents, responding to mounting requests from his followers.
Trump's post highlighted the "ridiculous amount of publicity" surrounding Epstein, prompting his request to Bondi to produce any pertinent grand jury testimony, pending court approval. The exact nature of the documents and any potential public release remain unclear, as legal protocols typically require judicial consent for such disclosures.
In a follow-up post, Bondi confirmed that they plan to approach the court to unseal grand jury transcripts associated with Epstein's cases. These grand jury proceedings, known for their role in determining probable cause, have faced scrutiny over the years, particularly regarding past investigations in the early 2000s and the federal charges brought against Epstein before his death in 2019.
Despite a previous announcement suggesting that Epstein's client list would reveal names connected to his crimes, Bondi has since retreated from that stance. This reversal disappointed many of Trump's dedicated followers, leading to calls for Bondi's resignation for not fulfilling promises of substantial revelations. Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk commended Trump's directive, viewing it as a significant step for grassroots activists.
Trump appealed to supporters following a legal dispute with The Wall Street Journal over a sensational birthday message linked to Epstein, which he deemed "fake" and defamatory. The controversy regarding this letter, allegedly part of a collection from Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell, has only intensified the scrutiny surrounding Trump's past relationship with Epstein, who died in prison while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges.
In a follow-up post, Bondi confirmed that they plan to approach the court to unseal grand jury transcripts associated with Epstein's cases. These grand jury proceedings, known for their role in determining probable cause, have faced scrutiny over the years, particularly regarding past investigations in the early 2000s and the federal charges brought against Epstein before his death in 2019.
Despite a previous announcement suggesting that Epstein's client list would reveal names connected to his crimes, Bondi has since retreated from that stance. This reversal disappointed many of Trump's dedicated followers, leading to calls for Bondi's resignation for not fulfilling promises of substantial revelations. Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk commended Trump's directive, viewing it as a significant step for grassroots activists.
Trump appealed to supporters following a legal dispute with The Wall Street Journal over a sensational birthday message linked to Epstein, which he deemed "fake" and defamatory. The controversy regarding this letter, allegedly part of a collection from Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell, has only intensified the scrutiny surrounding Trump's past relationship with Epstein, who died in prison while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges.
