Trump Reveals Epstein Took Young Employees from Mar-a-Lago

President Donald Trump has reignited scrutiny over his past association with Jeffrey Epstein by revealing that young women from his Mar-a-Lago club were among those Epstein allegedly poached from him. This acknowledgment, made during a press briefing on Air Force One while returning from Scotland, has raised new questions about Trump’s awareness of Epstein’s controversial activities.

In his statements, Trump confirmed that the employees taken by Epstein were indeed young women who worked at the spa of his Palm Beach resort. “The answer is yes, they were,” Trump told reporters. This admission adds complexity to the narrative surrounding their falling out, which Trump previously attributed to Epstein “stealing” people from him. While Trump has not faced any legal repercussions in connection with Epstein, his comments have prompted further investigation into the nature of their relationship and what Trump may have known about Epstein’s alleged misconduct.

Trump’s remarks come in the wake of a period marked by intense media scrutiny of Epstein, who was arrested in 2019 on charges of sex trafficking. The former president had initially downplayed the significance of their breakup, stating that the reason did not “make any difference.” Yet, as his recent comments suggest, the implications of Epstein’s actions raise serious questions about Trump’s involvement or knowledge of Epstein’s illegal activities.

Trump elaborated on the circumstances leading to their fallout, indicating that Epstein had repeatedly recruited employees from the Mar-a-Lago spa, despite being warned against it. “I said, ‘Listen, we don’t want you taking our people, whether it was spa or not spa,'” Trump recounted. “And then not too long after that he did it again and I said, ‘outta here.'” This account aligns with the White House’s previous statements, which characterized Epstein’s removal from the club as a consequence of his inappropriate behavior.

The background of their relationship has been the subject of various reports. A 2019 article from The Washington Post suggested that the rift between the two men stemmed from competition over a property in Palm Beach, rather than issues related to employee recruitment. When questioned about the discrepancies in these accounts, a White House spokesperson stated, “Nothing more to add to POTUS’ comments.”

The implications of Trump’s statements extend beyond mere employee recruitment. By framing Epstein’s actions as simply “stealing” employees, Trump raises troubling questions about his understanding of Epstein’s broader misconduct. This is particularly relevant given Trump’s past comments regarding Epstein’s preference for young women, including a notable statement from 2002 where he remarked, “Epstein likes beautiful women as much as I do, and many of them are on the younger side.”

The discourse surrounding Epstein’s influence has also involved testimonies from other individuals. For instance, a Florida businessman recounted expressing concerns to Trump about hosting a “calendar girl” event in Epstein’s presence, highlighting a potential awareness of Epstein’s predatory behavior. Additionally, longtime Trump advisor Roger Stone referenced a conversation in which Trump mentioned Epstein’s swimming pool being frequented by “beautiful young girls.”

Trump’s decision to sever ties with Epstein reportedly occurred after Epstein made unwanted advances toward a teenage daughter of a Mar-a-Lago member. This incident suggests that Trump’s distancing from Epstein was not solely a reaction to Epstein’s criminal behavior but also to protect his brand.

The timeline of events indicates that Trump’s actions could have preceded public awareness of Epstein’s illegal activities. Reports from former Trump aide Sam Nunberg suggest that Trump’s decision to expel Epstein from Mar-a-Lago occurred years before the sex trafficking investigation became widely known, hinting at a possible early awareness of Epstein’s misconduct.

As the narrative unfolds, Trump’s recent remarks continue to generate questions regarding his relationship with Epstein and the extent of his knowledge about Epstein’s activities. While Trump remains reticent about discussing specific details, his comments inevitably lead to further inquiries into the nature of their association and the implications of his awareness of Epstein’s actions.