The Story The new Epstein emails about Trump
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Nov 13, 2025 Josie Ensor, Chief US reporter at The Times with extensive experience covering the Epstein case, dives into newly released emails linking Donald Trump to Jeffrey Epstein. She explains the implications of these documents, including allegations that Trump 'knew about the girls.' The conversation covers their history from the 1990s and the mixed reactions from the White House. Josie also discusses how the political narrative is shaped around these leaks and what it means for Trump's supporters. Intriguing insights shed light on a complex web of relationships.
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New Emails Reignite Trump-Epstein Scrutiny
- Democrats released new Epstein emails that specifically mention Donald Trump, prompting renewed scrutiny of their relationship.
- The release is part of a broader drip of documents from the House Oversight Committee tied to Epstein's estate.
Longstanding Social Ties And Public Falling Out
- Trump and Epstein moved in the same New York and Palm Beach social circles from the 1990s, attending events together.
- Their public falling out is tied to incidents at Mar-a-Lago involving female employees, per Trump's statements.
Emails Claim Trump Knew About 'The Girls'
- One April 2011 email from Epstein to Ghislaine Maxwell states a redacted victim 'spent hours at my house with him' referencing Trump.
- Another 2019 email quotes Epstein claiming 'of course he knew about the girls' addressing Trump's awareness.
