Freshly unsealed court documents have unveiled a startling revelation about former US President Donald Trump's involvement in the Jeffrey Epstein case. According to these records, Trump proactively contacted law enforcement authorities in 2006 to report the disgraced financier, while specifically drawing attention to the criminal activities of Epstein's associate, Ghislaine Maxwell.
Trump's 2006 Police Contact Revealed in FBI Summary
The documents, released as part of the US Department of Justice's ongoing disclosure of Epstein-related material, detail how Trump reached out to the Chief of the Palm Beach Police during the early stages of the investigation into Epstein's activities. This contact occurred shortly after Epstein's initial arrest on state charges for soliciting prostitution in July 2006.
According to an FBI summary of an October 2019 interview with the former Palm Beach Police chief who oversaw the local investigation, Trump made a direct phone call to express his concerns. "Thank goodness you're stopping him. Everyone has known he's been doing this," Trump allegedly told the police chief during that conversation.
Focus on Maxwell's Role
The FBI record indicates Trump went beyond simply reporting Epstein's behavior. He specifically urged authorities to concentrate their investigative efforts on Ghislaine Maxwell, whom he described as "evil" and characterized as Epstein's "operative." Trump reportedly told the chief that people in New York were well aware of Epstein's disturbing conduct, stating "people in New York knew Epstein was disgusting."
Perhaps most significantly, Trump disclosed to the police chief that he had been in Epstein's presence on an occasion when teenagers were present, and that he had "got the hell out of there" upon realizing the situation. This statement suggests Trump had direct knowledge of concerning circumstances surrounding Epstein's activities.
Contrasting Public Statements
These newly revealed 2006 communications stand in stark contrast to Trump's subsequent public statements about Epstein and Maxwell. In the years following his police contact, Trump repeatedly denied having knowledge of Epstein's alleged sex crimes.
In July 2019, when questioned by reporters, Trump stated emphatically: "No, I had no idea. I had no idea. I haven't spoken to him in many, many years." He has also claimed previously that he expelled Epstein from his private Florida club, Mar-a-Lago, after discovering the financier was attempting to recruit spa employees.
Regarding Maxwell, who faced federal charges in 2020 for helping Epstein recruit and abuse underage girls, Trump offered a notably different tone than his 2006 characterization. When asked about her case in October 2020, he responded: "I just wish her well, frankly." Maxwell was subsequently convicted on federal charges for her role in Epstein's crimes and is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence for sex trafficking.
Document Release and Current Developments
The Department of Justice has been systematically releasing tens of thousands of Epstein-related emails, records, and law enforcement files throughout 2025 and early 2026. This ongoing disclosure has prompted renewed scrutiny of Epstein's extensive network and the actions of individuals who interacted with him.
In recent developments, Maxwell appeared before the US House Oversight Committee but refused to answer questions, invoking her Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination during a video deposition conducted from a federal prison camp in Texas.
Her legal representative, David Markus, has stated that Maxwell would be prepared to speak "fully and honestly" if granted clemency by Donald Trump. Markus emphasized that "the truth matters" while claiming both Trump and former President Bill Clinton were innocent of any wrongdoing related to Epstein's activities.
Political Response and Future Releases
Republican chairman James Comer has responded to these developments by asserting that Maxwell should not be entitled to immunity as lawmakers continue their efforts to identify anyone who may have facilitated Epstein's alleged abuse. The political dimension of this case remains significant as investigators pursue leads and examine the extensive network surrounding Epstein's criminal enterprise.
Supporters of Donald Trump have been circulating screengrabs of these 2006 exchanges with police on social media platforms, arguing that they exonerate the former president from any wrongdoing in relation to the Epstein scandal. They contend that Trump's proactive contact with law enforcement demonstrates his responsible approach to reporting concerning behavior.
As the investigation continues, authorities have indicated that further documents are expected to be released, potentially shedding additional light on the complex relationships and activities within Epstein's circle. The ongoing disclosures continue to fuel public interest and political debate about accountability and transparency in one of the most high-profile criminal cases of recent decades.
