The DOJ Told Trump He's in the Epstein Files: Report
The president's name appears in the files multiple times, according to senior administration officials who spoke to the Journal. Attorney General Pam Bondi informed Trump that his name appeared in the files during a meeting at the White House in May. She told him that several other notable figures appeared in the files, and that the files contained what they believed to be, as the Journal puts it, 'unverified hearsay' about people who had socialized with Epstein in the past, including the president. Trump was also told that the Justice Department would not release any additional information on Epstein because the files contain child pornography and the personal information of Epstein's victims. Trump said he would let the Justice Department handle the matter as they saw fit, the officials told the Journal.
The Journal adds that FBI Director Kash Patel has privately told other government officials that Trump's name appears in the files.
The Journal's report comes as the Trump administration struggles to tamp down MAGA outrage over their handling of the case. Earlier this month, the DOJ and FBI released a joint memo announcing they would be closing the administration's review of Epstein, affirming that the financier killed himself in jail, and declining to release additional material related to the case. The announcement triggered a revolt among the Republican base, which for months — if not years — had been teased with promises of transparency and additional prosecutions of individuals connected to Epstein once Trump returned to power.
Trump has responded to the backlash by repeatedly calling the Epstein files a 'hoax,' claiming nonsensically that they were 'made up' by Barack Obama and other Democratic figures. He bashed his supporters who still care about the 'bullshit' case. The president this week launched an effort to redirect attention to conspiracy theories about the 2016 election, telling reporters on Tuesday that 'whether it's right or wrong, it's time to go after people,' citing Obama, whom he claimed is guilty of 'treason.'
Trump has a long history with Epstein, and the two were friends for many years. Trump has bashed Epstein in recent years, but spoke glowingly of him while they were still on good terms. 'I've known Jeff for 15 years. Terrific guy,' Trump famously said in 2002. 'He's a lot of fun to be with. It is even said that he likes beautiful women as much as I do, and many of them are on the younger side. No doubt about it — Jeffrey enjoys his social life.'
The Journal reported last week that he wrote the future convicted sex offender a salacious birthday note in the early 2000s, noting that the two have 'certain things in common.' Trump denied the report and sued the outlet days later. He's not likely to take kindly to the Journal now reporting that his name is in the Epstein files.
Amid his ongoing feud with Trump, billionaire Elon Musk, a former Trump White House adviser, posted on X last month that Trump 'is in the Epstein files,' adding: 'That is the real reason they have not been made public. Have a nice day, DJT!'
ABC News asked Trump last week if Bondi had told him that his name appears in the Epstein files. 'No, no,' he said, adding that Bondi had handled the Epstein situation 'very well.'
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"They'll cross the street in a group," Powell said of companies raising prices together, citing as an example the price hikes on both washing machines and dryers that occurred during the first Trump administration, even though only washing machine imports faced higher tariffs. Powell's comments echoed some of what we've heard from companies so far this earnings season. While companies haven't hiked prices across the board, some with businesses most exposed to President Trump's tariffs have noted that they will raise prices to protect margins and offset higher costs. Procter & Gamble (PG), for instance, said on Tuesday it would raise prices by about 2.5% across its portfolio. Mondelez (MDLZ) also said it plans to raise prices, though with a "surgical" approach amid some signs of consumer stress. And L'Oréal affirmed plans to raise prices to offset higher costs from tariffs. Graco Inc. (GGG), a Minneapolis-based industrial equipment manufacturer, said it waited to see what its competitors did on price before taking a price increase. "That gave us the opportunity and the confidence to know that we could also do the same thing," CEO Mark Sheahan said. Read more live coverage of corporate earnings. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said on Wednesday that the central bank is seeing the "early beginnings" of tariff inflation on goods. "They'll cross the street in a group," Powell said of companies raising prices together, citing as an example the price hikes on both washing machines and dryers that occurred during the first Trump administration, even though only washing machine imports faced higher tariffs. Powell's comments echoed some of what we've heard from companies so far this earnings season. While companies haven't hiked prices across the board, some with businesses most exposed to President Trump's tariffs have noted that they will raise prices to protect margins and offset higher costs. Procter & Gamble (PG), for instance, said on Tuesday it would raise prices by about 2.5% across its portfolio. Mondelez (MDLZ) also said it plans to raise prices, though with a "surgical" approach amid some signs of consumer stress. And L'Oréal affirmed plans to raise prices to offset higher costs from tariffs. Graco Inc. (GGG), a Minneapolis-based industrial equipment manufacturer, said it waited to see what its competitors did on price before taking a price increase. "That gave us the opportunity and the confidence to know that we could also do the same thing," CEO Mark Sheahan said. Read more live coverage of corporate earnings. Trump ends tariff break for low-value goods in blow to online retailers President Trump is ending a policy that spared lower-value goods from being impacted by tariffs. The policy will come to an end in late August and will impact goods valued at less than $800. Bloomberg reports: Read more here from Bloomberg. President Trump is ending a policy that spared lower-value goods from being impacted by tariffs. The policy will come to an end in late August and will impact goods valued at less than $800. Bloomberg reports: Read more here from Bloomberg. Trump signs order to justify 50% tariffs on Brazil President Trump has imposed 50% tariffs on Brazil by citing a 1977 law that revolves around the prosecution of former President Jair Bolsonaro. AP reports: Read more here. President Trump has imposed 50% tariffs on Brazil by citing a 1977 law that revolves around the prosecution of former President Jair Bolsonaro. AP reports: Read more here. Fed's Powell speaks on tariff effects on inflation: 'It doesn't feel like we're very close to the end' Fed Chair Jerome Powell said on Wednesday that increased tariffs are beginning to push up inflation in some categories, but longer-term inflation expectations remain anchored around the central bank's 2% goal. "Higher tariffs have begun to show through more clearly to prices of some goods, but their overall effects on economic activity and inflation remain to be seen," Powell said in a press conference after the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady. Powell reiterated that central bank policymakers remain in wait-and-see mode. Though two policymakers dissented during the FOMC's meeting for the first time since 1993, as the effects of President Trump's tariff policies have divided central banker. 'It's been a very dynamic time for these trade negotiations, and lots and lots of events in the intermeeting period," Powell continued. "But we're still, you know, a ways away from seeing where things settle down." "It doesn't feel like we're very close to the end of that [trade negotiation] process, and that's not for us to judge, but it feels like there's much more to come." Fed Chair Jerome Powell said on Wednesday that increased tariffs are beginning to push up inflation in some categories, but longer-term inflation expectations remain anchored around the central bank's 2% goal. "Higher tariffs have begun to show through more clearly to prices of some goods, but their overall effects on economic activity and inflation remain to be seen," Powell said in a press conference after the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady. Powell reiterated that central bank policymakers remain in wait-and-see mode. Though two policymakers dissented during the FOMC's meeting for the first time since 1993, as the effects of President Trump's tariff policies have divided central banker. 'It's been a very dynamic time for these trade negotiations, and lots and lots of events in the intermeeting period," Powell continued. "But we're still, you know, a ways away from seeing where things settle down." "It doesn't feel like we're very close to the end of that [trade negotiation] process, and that's not for us to judge, but it feels like there's much more to come." Trump administration announces 50% tariffs on some copper imports President Trump signed a proclamation on Wednesday to impose 50% tariffs on certain copper imports starting Aug. 1. According to a White House fact sheet, "The Proclamation imposes universal 50% tariffs on imports of semi-finished copper products (such as copper pipes, wires, rods, sheets, and tubes) and copper-intensive derivative products (such as pipe fittings, cables, connectors, and electrical components), effective August 1." The measure came after a US investigation under Section 323, which US President Donald Trump ordered in February. The tariffs do not apply to the copper content of a product and they do not stack with auto 232 tariffs. Copper input materials (such as copper ores, concentrates, mattes, cathodes, and anodes) and copper scrap are also exempt from the measure. Read more here from Reuters. President Trump signed a proclamation on Wednesday to impose 50% tariffs on certain copper imports starting Aug. 1. According to a White House fact sheet, "The Proclamation imposes universal 50% tariffs on imports of semi-finished copper products (such as copper pipes, wires, rods, sheets, and tubes) and copper-intensive derivative products (such as pipe fittings, cables, connectors, and electrical components), effective August 1." The measure came after a US investigation under Section 323, which US President Donald Trump ordered in February. The tariffs do not apply to the copper content of a product and they do not stack with auto 232 tariffs. Copper input materials (such as copper ores, concentrates, mattes, cathodes, and anodes) and copper scrap are also exempt from the measure. Read more here from Reuters. Trump's trade deals come with few details to flesh out big numbers President Trump has announced a flurry of trade agreements, but many so far are proving light on detail, with key aspects still under negotiation, partners giving mixed signals about what they signed up for, and big numbers shrinking under scrutiny. Bloomberg reports: Read more here. President Trump has announced a flurry of trade agreements, but many so far are proving light on detail, with key aspects still under negotiation, partners giving mixed signals about what they signed up for, and big numbers shrinking under scrutiny. Bloomberg reports: Read more here.
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Neighbor Grew Concerned by Teens at Church Next Door, Then First Responders Found Them Living in Basement
'We are committed to ensuring that all faculties operating within our county meet the required safety standards to prevent loss of life or injury," authorities saidNEED TO KNOW 12 teenagers were found living in the basement of Now Faith Apostolic Church in Georgia by the Clayton County Fire and Emergency Services on Tuesday, July 29 The CCFES noted that the church allegedly lacked 'significant fire and life safety upgrades' to be considered a 'board and care home' for youth The teens, between the ages of 15-18 were relocated later that evening for their safetyA dozen teens housed in concerning living conditions inside a church basement in Georgia were relocated, according to authorities. Clayton County Fire and Emergency Services (CCFES) shared in a press release that their crew members discovered the 12 teenagers in the basement of Now Faith Apostolic Church while responding to "an incident" at the site on Tuesday, July 29. They said their crew members were directed to the basement level of the facility where they found 'multiple minors' — between the ages of 15 and 18 — inside rooms that contained 'several beds.' CCFES noted that the 'scene raised immediate concerns regarding the facility's occupancy use and fire code compliance prompting a notification of the Clayton County Fire Marshal's Office for further investigation.' The director of the church confirmed to authorities that it was being used as a 'board and care home' for youth in the custody of the State Department of Family and Children Services, per CCFES. However, authorities alleged that the church was lacking 'significant fire and life safety upgrades' in order to be designated as one. It noted that the church was allegedly missing a functioning fire alarm system, automated fire sprinkler system, properly placed fire extinguishers and 'compliance with all other applicable safety codes' among other things. 'Due to the severity of the violations and immediate risk to life safety, CCFES personnel developed an emergency evacuation plan,' the CCFES said, adding that personnel returned and 'evacuated all minors from the premises' later on in the evening. CCFES said their crews stayed on site throughout the night 'to ensure the safety and well-being of every individual involved,' and the last child was relocated by the Department of Family and Children Services on Wednesday, July 30 at around 5:30 a.m. 'The health and safety of all residents — especially our youth — remains a top priority of Clayton County Fire and Emergency Services,' said Fire Chief Tim Sweat, per the release. 'We are committed to ensuring that all faculties operating within our county meet the required safety standards to prevent loss of life or injury.' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. A neighbor of the church, Aquevia Davis, told Atlanta News First that she had suspected something was going on after seeing teens getting on and off the bus at the church parking lot. 'I was surprised that it was so many,' Davis told the outlet. 'It had started to get a little bit out of hand, especially when I started to see kids running away. It seemed like they had all of their belongings.' The property owners for the church were issued citations related to their violations, and could pay up to $1,000 per violation. Those citations are scheduled to be presented before the Clayton County Code Enforcement Board on Sept. 9, per CCFES. PEOPLE reached out to the Now Faith Apostolic Ministries for additional information. Read the original article on People
