Archive · 29 Jul 2025
Trump Explains Epstein Split, Denies Drawing Allegations
President Trump discussed his past relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
He said that he ended their friendship because Epstein hired away Trump's employees.
Trump said he 'threw him out' of his club and denied claims of sending Epstein drawings.
He also said he turned down an invitation to Epstein's island.
Vice President Vance stated the president wants complete transparency in the Epstein case.
Trump stated he ended his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein after Epstein hired away Trump's staff.
Trump said he 'threw him out' of his club and considered him persona non grata.
Trump denied the allegations of sending letters and a drawing to Epstein.
Trump claims he refused an invitation to Epstein's private island.
Vice President JD Vance said the President wants 'full transparency' in the Epstein case.
- Who
- Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein
- What
- Trump discussed the details of his fallout with Jeffrey Epstein.
- When
- Monday, July 28, 2025
- Where
- Turnberry, Scotland
- Why
- To clarify the nature of his relationship with Epstein.
Critics
Trump
Nature of Relationship
Critics
Highlight the links between Trump and Epstein
Trump
Downplay any wrongdoing or close association.
- Key Figure
- Donald Trump
- Event
- Press Conference
- Location
- Turnberry, Scotland
- Subject
- Jeffrey Epstein
- Trump's Stance
- Ended relationship; denies island visit
- Reason for Fallout
- Epstein hired Trump's staff
Sources
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Trump says he turned down invitation to Epstein’s island
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Trump Says 'Never Had Privilege' To Visit Epstein Island, Claims Power To Pardon Maxwell
Donald Trump reveals MOST personal details yet on Jeffrey Epstein ‘fallout’, says ‘threw him out, and that was it’