Full Breakdown
Epstein's Alleged Letter to Nassar Declared Fake by Justice Department
12/24/2025, 9:38:09 PM
Overview of the Incident
A handwritten letter purportedly from Jeffrey Epstein to Larry Nassar, the former USA Gymnastics team doctor, has been declared fake by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). The letter, which was postmarked on August 13, 2019—three days after Epstein's death—was included in a recent release of nearly 30,000 documents related to Epstein's case. The letter contained disturbing language and references to President Donald Trump, claiming he "shares our love of young, nubile girls."
Details of the Letter
The letter begins with "Dear L.N.," and includes statements such as, "As you know by now, I have taken the ‘short route’ home. Good luck! We shared one thing … our love & caring for young ladies and the hope they’d reach their full potential." It also makes crude references to Trump, stating, "When a young beauty walked by he loved to ‘grab snatch,’ whereas we ended up snatching grub in the mess halls of the system. Life is unfair." The letter was addressed to Nassar at a federal prison in Arizona but was returned to sender, marked "no longer at this address."
DOJ's Findings on the Letter's Authenticity
Shortly after the letter's release, the DOJ stated that the FBI had confirmed the letter was fake. The DOJ cited several reasons for this conclusion:
- The handwriting did not match Epstein's known writing style.
- The letter was postmarked from Virginia, not New York, where Epstein was incarcerated.
- It lacked Epstein's inmate number, which is required for outgoing prison mail.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche emphasized that the letter's release serves as a reminder that not all documents from the DOJ are factual, stating, "This fake letter serves as a reminder that just because a document is released by the Department of Justice does not make the allegations or claims within the document factual."
Context of the Document Release
The letter was part of a broader release of documents mandated by the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which requires the DOJ to disclose files related to Epstein's case. The DOJ has also noted that some documents contain "untrue and sensationalist claims" against Trump, which were submitted to the FBI prior to the 2020 election. The DOJ asserted that these claims are unfounded and false.
Criticism and Public Reaction
The rapid back-and-forth regarding the letter's authenticity has sparked criticism and confusion among survivors of Nassar's abuse. Grace French, a survivor, expressed her frustration, stating that the circulation of such documents can reopen trauma for victims. The controversy surrounding the letter has also fueled speculation about the nature of Epstein's relationship with Trump, although no credible evidence has implicated Trump in Epstein's crimes.
Conclusion
The DOJ's declaration that the letter from Epstein to Nassar is fake underscores the complexities surrounding the Epstein case and the ongoing scrutiny of documents released by the government. As the DOJ continues to release files, the implications of these documents, particularly those referencing high-profile individuals like Trump, remain a focal point of public interest and debate.
