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Trump Threatens Rupert Murdoch Over Alleged Epstein Letter

The Wall Street Journal recently published a report claiming a 2003 birthday letter from Donald Trump to Jeffrey Epstein featured a suggestive drawing of a naked woman, accompanied by signed text sharing “secrets” between the two men. The letter was enclosed within a leather-bound album, which Ghislaine Maxwell compiled for Epstein’s 50th birthday.

Trump has vehemently denied the allegation, labeling the story “fake, malicious, and defamatory” and threatening legal action against both the Journal and its owner, Rupert Murdoch.

Trump’s Accusations & Murdoch Connection

According to Trump, he personally warned Murdoch and WSJ editor Emma Tucker that the letter was false—but the article was published anyway, setting the stage for a lawsuit. Trump wrote on Truth Social:

“I told Rupert Murdoch it was a Scam…now I’m going to sue his ass off, and that of his third‑rate newspaper”.

Calls for Transparency on Epstein Case

In response to the article, Trump directed Attorney General Pam Bondi to seek court approval to release grand jury testimony from the Epstein case. Bondi soon confirmed her office would pursue this in cour. Supporters and critics alike have seized on the issue, pressing for more transparency on Epstein's activities, though the DOJ has previously stated there's no evidence of a broader "client list".

Political Fallout and Media Reactions

Trump’s MAGA allies rallied behind him, dismissing the WSJ story as false and politically motivated. Vice President JD Vance called it “complete and utter bullshit,” while far-right activists like Laura Loomer and Charlie Kirk echoed the sentiment. Meanwhile, Democrats and others have intensified calls for disclosure of Epstein-related evidence.

Broader Implications

This confrontation adds another layer to the complicated relationship between Trump and Murdoch's media empire. Although Trump has leveraged Murdoch-aligned outlets in past campaigns, he has alternately criticized the Journal’s editorial choices.

If the legal threat proceeds and transcripts are released, it could reignite scrutiny of Epstein’s network and relationships—potentially affecting Trump’s standing with the public and within Republican ranks.

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