After House Democrats unveiled a scrapbook gifted to Jeffrey Epstein for his 50th birthday, many are questioning how much his connections knew about his dark side. The scrapbook, put together by Ghislaine Maxwell, features letters filled with sexual innuendo, including one attributed to Donald Trump.
One notable note quotes Trump saying, “We have certain things in common, Jeffrey,” hinting at a close relationship. Underneath, the message suggests a secretive bond. This mirrors earlier reports from the Wall Street Journal, which Trump has vigorously denied, even filing a $10 billion defamation lawsuit.
The scrapbook also shows a photo of Epstein with a $22,500 check made out to “DJ Trump.” This entry raises eyebrows about what kind of ties Epstein had with Trump. While Trump has denied knowing about Epstein’s crimes, the evidence seems to paint a different picture.
Other troubling entries include crude drawings and notes hinting at Epstein’s dealings with young girls, dating back to the 1980s. Some models from that era recall a “whisper network” that warned them about people like Epstein. Carré Otis, a model who rose to fame in the mid-1980s, said, “There were definitely names that we knew amongst ourselves, to keep ourselves safe.”
Otis recalled how young women felt pressure to please powerful men, making the abuse seem almost normal. “It was a way of survival,” she said. Another former model, Stacey Williams, who briefly dated Epstein, claimed he often referenced Trump as a close friend.
In October 2024, Williams recounted an unsettling encounter with Trump at Trump Tower. She felt there was a dangerous game between the two men, hinting at their shared complicity in a toxic culture.
The revelations from the scrapbook only intensify scrutiny on Trump. Despite his promises to release files related to Epstein, many documents remain hidden. Survivors are calling for greater transparency to hold perpetrators accountable.
Trump’s press secretary insists the scrapbook’s content is fabricated, stating that Trump didn’t have any involvement in its creation. In contrast, others, like former UK ambassador Peter Mandelson, lost positions over their connections with Epstein. Mandelson described Epstein as his “best pal” in personal notes and even supported him during legal troubles.
The book’s release isn’t just a scandal; it raises broader themes of accountability for powerful figures, especially in an era where many once turned a blind eye to such behavior. As public pressure mounts, it seems the stakes have never been higher for those connected to Epstein.
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