Democrats released new emails from Jeffrey Epstein in which the late financier discussed Donald Trump, prompting Republicans to accuse Democrats of cherry-picking and to release 20,000-plus pages of other Epstein documents

The Wall Street JournalThursday, November 13, 2025 at 1:03:00 AM
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Democrats released new emails from Jeffrey Epstein in which the late financier discussed Donald Trump, prompting Republicans to accuse Democrats of cherry-picking and to release 20,000-plus pages of other Epstein documents
The recent release of emails by Democrats from Jeffrey Epstein, which mention Donald Trump, has reignited political tensions. Republicans have accused Democrats of cherry-picking these messages to undermine Trump, prompting them to counter with the release of more than 20,000 pages of Epstein-related documents. This back-and-forth not only reflects the contentious nature of current political discourse but also pushes Trump's relationship with Epstein back into the spotlight, raising questions about accountability and transparency in political affiliations. The situation underscores the ongoing struggle between the two parties as they navigate the implications of past associations and their relevance in contemporary political narratives.
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