Jeffrey Epstein Pleads Fifth on Trump Question in 2010 Testimony

Epstein's 2010 Deposition

• 🎤 A resurfaced 2010 deposition shows Jeffrey Epstein pleading the fifth when asked about socializing with Donald Trump in the presence of underage girls.
• 🤝 Epstein admitted to socializing with Trump but provided no direct evidence of wrongdoing.
• 🚫 Trump has consistently denied any ties to crimes committed by Epstein and faces no allegations of legal wrongdoing.

Associated Figures and Documents

• 🎂 A 2003 birthday album for Epstein, compiled by Ghislaine Maxwell, reportedly includes messages from Donald Trump and Bill Clinton.
• 📰 Trump has denied writing a sexually suggestive note in the album, calling it fake.
• ⚖️ Ghislaine Maxwell, currently imprisoned for sex trafficking, may testify next month.

Government Files and Media Mergers

• 📂 Controversy has renewed calls for the full release of Epstein-related government files, a move the Trump administration has resisted.
• 🤝 In unrelated news, the FCC approved an $8.4 billion media merger between Skyance Media and Paramount Global.
• 📰 Sky Dance CEO David Ellison will lead the combined company, with FCC chair Brendan Carr supporting plans to revamp CBS.

Federal Reserve and Interest Rates

• 🏛️ President Trump visited the Federal Reserve building, discussing a $2.5 billion renovation with Fed Chairman Jerome Powell.
• 💰 A debate ensued over project costs and Trump's push for lower interest rates.
• 📈 Powell stated he was unaware of cost overruns, while Trump expressed a desire for rates to decrease significantly.
• ⚠️ Some in the Republican party are reportedly seeking justification to remove Powell, potentially using the building's construction costs as a reason.