House Panel Probes Trump Links to Epstein Drawing

Newly released documents from Jeffrey Epstein's estate, including a 238-page tribute book presented to him on his 50th birthday, have renewed scrutiny of President Donald Trump's past relationship with Epstein. Central to the controversy is a bawdy drawing allegedly bearing Trump's signature, featuring a dialogue between the two men framed by the silhouette of a naked woman, which Trump denies creating and has sued The Wall Street Journal for $10 billion over its publication. Another troubling element is a photograph showing Epstein with a novelty check joking about selling a 'fully depreciated' woman to Trump, raising further questions despite the signature on the check not resembling Trump's. Legal experts and politicians like former U.S. Attorney Barbara McQuade and Rep. Dave Min have argued that these revelations warrant a deeper investigation into Trump's potential involvement, while Trump and his allies maintain the materials are fabricated and deny any wrongdoing. Media coverage, including on CNN and The View, reflects a divided response, with some emphasizing the seriousness of the implications if the documents are authentic, and others pointing out the legal challenges in proving culpability. The ongoing debate highlights broader concerns about transparency and accountability among public figures amid the Epstein scandal.