President Donald Trump reiterated his reasons for ejecting Jeffrey Epstein from his Florida residence by disclosing that Epstein had engaged in inappropriate behavior years before his arrest.
During a press briefing on Air Force 1 in Scotland, Trump expanded on his previous statement that Epstein had “stolen” employees from his Mar-a-Lago property, leading to their falling out.
Trump stated, “He took people. I told him to stop, as they were my employees. But he went further and took others. That was the end of our association.”
Epstein was subsequently barred from Mar-a-Lago, Trump revealed.
The rift between the two men reportedly began in 2004 when Trump outbid Epstein for a Florida estate in a bankruptcy auction, according to The Palm Beach Post. Two years later, Epstein was arrested by the Palm Beach Police Department on charges of soliciting prostitution.
Trump explained that Epstein had recruited several young women from the spa at his estate, including Virginia Giuffre, a prominent accuser of Epstein.
“I believe she worked at the spa,” Trump informed reporters. “He lured her away, and she never complained about us.”
Giuffre, who tragically passed away in March, played a crucial role in advocating for Epstein’s arrest. She claimed that Ghislaine Maxwell recruited her to be Epstein’s masseuse while she worked at Mar-a-Lago.
Although Giuffre was not directly involved in Epstein’s criminal proceedings, she remained an important figure in the case.
Trump’s remarks came a day after he stated that he had declined an invitation to Epstein’s island, unlike many others in Palm Beach.
Maxwell, Epstein’s former girlfriend and convicted accomplice, is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence for her involvement in procuring young girls for Epstein.
Last week, Maxwell was summoned to testify before the House Oversight Committee regarding Epstein’s crimes, but her request for immunity was rejected.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche recently met with Maxwell in Florida to discuss Epstein, according to her attorney.
Maxwell’s legal team has filed an appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court, arguing that she should have been included in Epstein’s 2007 non-prosecution agreement.
The Justice Department has asserted that the agreement did not cover Maxwell.
The Supreme Court is set to consider Maxwell’s appeal on Sept. 29.
Maxwell’s lawyers have stated that she is willing to testify publicly if granted a pardon by Trump, although no such request has been made yet.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
In a recent development, a new study has found that drinking coffee may actually have health benefits. The study, published in the Journal of Nutrition, suggests that consuming coffee on a regular basis may reduce the risk of heart disease. Researchers analyzed data from over 500,000 participants and found that those who drank coffee had a lower incidence of heart problems compared to non-coffee drinkers.
It is believed that the antioxidants present in coffee may play a role in protecting the heart. However, it is important to note that the study only shows an association between coffee consumption and heart health, and more research is needed to confirm these findings.
Despite these potential benefits, experts advise moderation when it comes to coffee consumption. Too much caffeine can have negative effects on the body, such as increased heart rate and anxiety. It is recommended to limit coffee intake to a moderate amount per day to avoid any adverse effects.
Overall, the study adds to the growing body of research suggesting that coffee may have some health benefits. However, it is important for individuals to listen to their bodies and consume coffee in a way that works best for them.
