The White House has denied that an alleged letter from Donald Trump to Jeffrey Epstein is authentic, saying the president did not draw this picture, and he did not sign it.
US lawmakers released the letter, which features a drawing of a woman's body, as part of a birthday book given to Epstein in 2003.
The book was part of a trove of documents released by a US House committee, including the late paedophile financier's will and his personal address book, featuring names of royalty, celebrities, and politicians from around the world.
The birthday book also contains a message from Lord Peter Mandelson, the UK Ambassador to the US, who described Epstein as my best pal.
The House Oversight Committee issued a legal summons for the executors of Epstein's estate to produce documents including the birthday book. This release contributes to the pressures facing Trump as he contemplates transparency regarding investigations into Epstein.
Trump, during his 2024 election campaign, suggested he could make more information public but shifted his stance after taking office, insisting that the case was closed.
Victims of Epstein echoed calls for the release of documents while contributing to discussions on abuse endured and transparency regarding Epstein's associates.
The controversial book, authored by Ghislaine Maxwell for Epstein's 50th birthday, contains multiple messages, including one purportedly from Trump. The note allegedly reads: Happy Birthday - and may every day be another wonderful secret. The White House maintains that this note is fabricated, claiming that Trump's signature does not match authentic examples.
Meanwhile, Trump's legal team has initiated litigation against media outlets, asserting defamation regarding stories associated with the Epstein note, as scrutiny continues surrounding his previous friendships and associations with Epstein.
