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Elon Musk Claims Donald Trump ‘Is in the Epstein Files’: ‘That Is the Real Reason They Haven’t Been Made Public’

  • On Thursday, Elon Musk made a shocking claim that Donald Trump appears within the Epstein-related documents and suggested this is connected to the postponement in releasing additional materials.
  • The Department of Justice released a redacted document trove called 'The Epstein Files: Phase 1' on February 27, 2025, but critics note no full report or explanation for further delays.
  • Rep. Dan Goldman expressed concern that efforts, possibly directed by Trump, are delaying full disclosure to hide potentially embarrassing or criminal conduct.
  • Musk referenced Trump's connection to Epstein by recalling Trump's 2002 comment describing Jeff as a long-time acquaintance who was enjoyable and personable.
  • The accusations escalated tensions, with Trump threatening to cut government contracts to Musk's companies while Tesla's shares dropped 14.3%, losing approximately $150 billion in value.
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Elon Musk has indirectly accused Donald Trump of participating in the human trafficking ring of the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. His vice president, J.D. Vance, just recorded a podcast when the tweet was presented to him in real time ... "Oh, wow! I don't know him yet", Vance reacted a little embarrassed when the moderator Theo Von den Tweet von Musk Wort für Wort read to him. The tech tycoon claimed that Trump's name can be found in Epste…

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