In a recent interview, former President Donald Trump pledged to release files related to convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein if he wins the upcoming U.S. election.
According to The Telegraph, Trump expressed his willingness to disclose more information about Epstein's associates should he return to the White House.
Trump, who is currently running for the presidency, made these remarks during a conversation with computer scientist turned podcaster Lex Friedman.
When questioned about the alleged "list of clients" who had visited Epstein's private island, Trump suggested that such information would likely be made public in the future.
Trump emphasized his lack of involvement with Epstein's notorious activities, stating, "I'm not involved. I never went to his island, fortunately, but a lot of people did." He described Epstein as a "good salesman" and a "hailing, hearty type of guy" who possessed attractive assets like islands.
The former president acknowledged that many prominent individuals had visited Epstein's island, but he reiterated that he was not among them. Trump's comments came in response to Friedman's inquiry about why many intelligent and powerful people allowed Epstein to get close to them.
When pressed about the absence of a public "list of clients" who visited Epstein's island, Trump responded, "It's very interesting, isn't it? It probably will be, by the way, probably." He added that he would "certainly take a look at it" if given the opportunity.
Earlier this year, a significant number of documents related to Epstein were unsealed by a judge in New York. These files, which included depositions, police reports, and emails from a 2015 defamation case, mentioned various public figures such as Prince Andrew, former U.S. President Bill Clinton, and Trump himself.
However, it's important to note that many names in these documents were mentioned in passing, and their inclusion does not necessarily imply wrongdoing related to Epstein. The unsealed files did not contain a specific "list of clients," and it remains unclear whether such a document actually exists.
Some portions of the Epstein documents remain redacted, particularly those identifying victims abused by the convicted pedophile. This ongoing secrecy has fueled speculation and debate about the full extent of Epstein's network and activities.
During the interview, Trump drew a comparison between the Epstein case and historical document releases, specifically mentioning John F. Kennedy. He suggested that the passage of time can affect the decision to release sensitive information.
Trump stated:
Now, [John F] Kennedy's interesting because it's so many years ago. They do that for danger too, because it endangers certain people... so Kennedy is very different from the Epstein thing but I'd be inclined to do the Epstein. I'd have no problem with it.
In conclusion, Trump's promise to release Epstein-related files if elected has reignited interest in the controversial case. The former president's comments highlight the ongoing public curiosity surrounding Epstein's associates and activities. While Trump expressed openness to disclosure, questions remain about the existence and content of any potential "client list." The Epstein case continues to be a topic of intense speculation and debate in political and social circles.
