Trump faced criticism for stating he was never briefed about his name in the Epstein files. A report revealed that Attorney General Pam Bondi had briefed him earlier about appearing in those files. Multiple high-profile figures were also mentioned in these records, which do not imply wrongdoing according to the report. Trump had previously acknowledged a brief discussion with Bondi but was not asked about the specifics of his name. Criticism has mounted regarding the administration's response to the Epstein case and its handling of related conspiracy theories.
On Friday, Trump claimed he was never briefed about his name being in the Epstein files, despite widespread reports indicating otherwise.
The Wall Street Journal reported that Attorney General Pam Bondi briefed Trump in May about his name appearing in the Epstein files.
Being mentioned in the Epstein records is not an indication of wrongdoing, said reports confirmed by multiple news outlets.
Trump's former ally Elon Musk accused him of being in the Epstein files, emphasizing growing criticism stemming from the administration's handling of the case.
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