A former Sports Illustrated model has made explosive new claims about the relationship between the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and former US President Donald Trump, alleging it was partly built on discussions about sex and the pursuit of 'trophy' women.
Model's Allegation Details 1993 Incident
According to an interview with the New York Times, the model, Stacey Williams, stated that the future president, Donald Trump, groped her during an encounter in 1993. She alleges that this act occurred while Jeffrey Epstein was present and watching. This claim adds a new, personal dimension to the long-documented association between Trump and the disgraced financier, who died in jail in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges.
The Social and Photographic Links
The report underscores that Epstein and Trump were known to move in similar social circles during the early 2000s. Photographic evidence exists showing both Donald Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, attending events with Epstein and his long-time associate, Ghislaine Maxwell. Maxwell was later convicted for her role in Epstein's crimes. These images have circulated for years, providing a public record of their social connections prior to Epstein's criminal notoriety.
Ongoing Developments and Context
This story is described as developing, with further updates expected. The allegations from Stacey Williams contribute to a complex web of accounts surrounding Epstein's powerful network. While Trump has previously distanced himself from Epstein in later years, describing their relationship as a falling out, these new claims focus on the nature of their earlier interactions and the alleged behaviour witnessed.
The testimony adds to a series of allegations from various women about Trump's conduct, which he has consistently denied. It also places a specific incident within the context of Epstein's company, a detail that continues to fuel scrutiny and investigation into the extent of the financier's connections.
