White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt dismissed a claim made by Elon Musk regarding President Donald Trump’s alleged connection to late convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.
Key Points
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Leavitt’s Response: Leavitt stated that the president is mentioned in the files Musk referred to, calling Musk’s comments an "unfortunate episode." She emphasized that the president is focused on passing significant legislation rather than engaging in disputes.
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Background on Musk’s Claims: Musk had previously called for Trump’s impeachment following disagreements over a proposed tax bill. He also suggested decommissioning his Dragon spacecraft amid their public feud.
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Epstein Files: Musk claimed that Trump is included in the Epstein files, which were expected to be released by Attorney General Pam Bondi months ago but remain partially redacted to protect victims’ identities. Trump acknowledged knowing Epstein for 15 years before Epstein’s death in 2019, but the nature of their relationship is unclear.
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Leavitt’s Comments on Musk: During a press briefing, Leavitt did not directly address Musk’s claims about Trump being in the Epstein files. Instead, she noted Musk’s vocal support for President Biden and highlighted his financial contributions to Democratic causes and progressive policies.
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Musk’s Social Media Activity: Leavitt pointed out Musk’s history of using social media to incite violence against those who disagree with him, including supporters of Trump during the Capitol riots in January 2021.
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Consequences of Musk’s Claims: When asked about potential consequences if Musk’s claims about Trump and Epstein were true, Leavitt responded, "I don’t know what you’re talking about," and left the briefing without further comment.
Conclusion
The situation remains uncertain, with no clear direction on whether Musk’s claims will have any significant impact or fade away like previous controversies involving both figures.
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