Court documents about the case of the late Jeffrey Epstein’s sex-trafficking charges are set to be released soon and are causing major worry for Donald Trump’s supporters. The big concern seems to be over the possibility of Trump’s name showing up in those records.
Social media buzz and NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers have been speculating that the upcoming information may include a “list” of Epstein’s clients or accomplices. However, the Associated Press clarifies that there is no such list, and the truth is actually less scandalous.
The documents that are going to be made public are from a defamation lawsuit filed by Epstein’s victim, Virginia Giuffre, against his associate Ghislaine Maxwell. The documents contain information that has been covered extensively in news stories, documentaries, interviews, books, and Maxwell’s criminal trial.
These records include Epstein’s accusers, his staff, witnesses, and investigators. People named in the records include public figures that have been known to associate with Epstein for years. Supporters of the ex-president are already trying to justify why Trump’s name might appear in the documents before it’s even released. Meanwhile, some speculations and conspiracy theories are also surfacing on social media.
Trump has previously spoken of his friendship with Epstein, saying in 2002, “He’s a lot of fun to be with. ” For more information, you can read the full article here.