Republican presidential candidate and former US president Donald Trump says Jeffrey Epstein is a ‘Good Salesman’
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Trump denied any personal connection to Epstein's infamous private island, where many of Epstein’s alleged crimes are believed to have taken place. Trump admitted that "several people went to that island," but he insisted that he was "fortunately not one of them." He described Epstein as a "good salesman" and a "hardy type of guy," implying that Epstein's charm and persuasive nature attracted many influential people to him.
During the interview, Trump expressed his willingness to release more information about Epstein if he were re-elected as President. He commented that it was "very interesting" how the list of Epstein's connections had been kept secret, suggesting that this information should be made public.
When Fridman asked why so many "smart, powerful people" were close to Epstein, Trump reiterated that Epstein was skilled at using his wealth and assets, including private islands, to draw attention and build relationships with powerful individuals.
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Trump's remarks also touched on the broader public interest in the list of people who were associated with Epstein. He recognized the curiosity surrounding the list and hinted that it might eventually be made public, stating, "Probably will be [made public], by the way. Probably." He highlighted that if given the chance, he would have "no problem" with the Epstein records being released and scrutinized.
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In a broader context, Trump mentioned the Epstein case alongside the assassination of John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States. He noted that while the Kennedy assassination occurred many years ago, the secrecy surrounding certain details was likely due to the potential danger to individuals involved.
Trump suggested that the secrecy surrounding the Kennedy assassination was different from the Epstein case but did not explicitly state that the Epstein case should be more transparent.
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| Donald Trump speaking during a news conference in the lobby of Trump Tower in New York, Jan. 11, 2017. Photo by Evan Vucci/Associated Press. |
Epstein, who pleaded guilty in 2008 to charges of sexual misconduct, died in 2019 under circumstances that have fueled widespread speculation and conspiracy theories. He was accused of running a sex trafficking operation that involved underage girls between 2002 and 2005.
Earlier this year, in January, a court unsealed documents that mentioned some of Epstein's prominent associates and victims who had previously made public statements.
These records referenced well-known figures like Trump, Prince Andrew, and former President Bill Clinton. However, the documents did not provide any new information beyond what was already publicly known about their connections to Epstein.
Trump's comments during the interview suggest that he is interested in revisiting the Epstein case and potentially bringing more information to light if he returns to the White House.
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Despite the serious nature of the allegations against Epstein, Trump’s remarks have reignited discussions about the transparency and accountability surrounding Epstein’s powerful associates.
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