A previously unseen birthday card sent by Donald Trump to the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has surfaced, adding fuel to longstanding speculation about their relationship. The card, obtained by The Independent, includes a handwritten note and a doodle of what appears to be a stick figure.
The revelation comes years after Epstein's arrest and subsequent death in prison, which cut short legal proceedings against him on charges of sex trafficking minors. Trump had previously distanced himself from Epstein, claiming their association ended years before Epstein's crimes came to light.
Political analysts suggest this latest discovery could prove damaging to Trump as he campaigns for a return to the White House in 2024. Opponents are likely to seize on the card as evidence of a closer relationship than Trump has publicly acknowledged.
The doodle itself - a simple sketch of a figure with the words "Happy Birthday!" - appears innocuous at first glance. However, experts in non-verbal communication suggest such personal touches in correspondence typically indicate a degree of familiarity between the parties.
This development follows years of scrutiny over the social circles of powerful men who associated with Epstein before his criminal activities became public knowledge. The card's emergence raises fresh questions about what Trump knew about Epstein's behaviour and when.
