Jeffrey Epstein survivor Jena-Lisa Jones expressed outrage over Donald Trump’s dismissal of their fight for justice as a “Democrat hoax.” Jones, a Republican who voted for Trump, spoke on MSNBC, calling his comments deeply hurtful. She emphasized that no survivor is accusing Trump of wrongdoing, but his attempt to politicize their trauma shows disregard for their suffering. “He’s supposed to protect us,” Jones said. “Who are you hiding for then?”
Trump Doubles Down at Capitol Protest
As survivors held a press conference outside the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, Trump claimed the Epstein investigation was “a Democrat hoax.” He likened the situation to the Kennedy documents release and insisted that thousands of pages had already been turned over. Trump framed the matter as a distraction from his presidency’s achievements. However, many of the documents released Tuesday were outdated, heavily redacted, or duplicated—further angering those seeking transparency.
Republican Survivors Push Back
Another survivor, Haley Robson, also identified as a Republican, responded forcefully. Speaking at the Capitol, Robson invited Trump to meet her and other survivors face-to-face. “We are real human beings. This is real trauma,” she said. Robson urged Trump to “humanize us” and stop belittling their experience. Her comments highlighted the nonpartisan nature of the survivors’ demands and further challenged Trump’s framing of the issue as politically motivated.
Accusations of Political Obstruction
Critics argue that Trump’s rhetoric serves to protect influential individuals rather than to uncover the truth. They point to the Justice Department’s release of minimally revealing documents as part of a broader effort to stall meaningful accountability. Supporters of the survivors say Trump’s stance undermines justice and disrespects victims. Detractors of the investigation echo Trump’s claims, insisting it is an attempt to tarnish his legacy and distract from national progress.
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Epstein Survivor Who Voted for Trump Questions What He’s Hiding
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