Former US President Donald Trump has vehemently denied any association with the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, branding the allegations as a "hoax" following the release of new court documents.
Trump, who has faced renewed scrutiny over his past interactions with Epstein, dismissed the claims during a recent public appearance. "It's all fake news," he stated, echoing his frequent criticism of media reports.
Pam Bondi Defends Trump
Former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi, a close ally of Trump, also came to his defence, asserting that the documents contained no credible evidence linking him to Epstein's crimes. "This is another attempt to smear the president," Bondi claimed.
The newly unsealed court filings have reignited discussions about Epstein's network of high-profile associates, though Trump's name appears only peripherally in the records.
Public Reaction and Media Frenzy
The release of the documents has sparked a media frenzy, with outlets dissecting every detail for potential connections to powerful figures. However, legal experts caution against drawing conclusions without concrete evidence.
Trump's detractors have seized on the opportunity to question his past statements about Epstein, while his supporters argue the controversy is politically motivated.
As the debate rages on, one thing is clear: the Epstein saga continues to cast a long shadow over American politics.
