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Trump Plans Lawsuit Against Wolff Over Epstein Allegations

2/1/2026

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Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to sue Michael Wolff, accusing him of conspiring with the late Jeffrey Epstein to harm his political career.
The announcement, delivered aboard Air Force One, cites Department of Justice (DOJ) files absolving him and showing a Wolff-Epstein plot.
Trump indicated a possible lawsuit against the Epstein estate.
Wolff replied that he has nothing to hide and would litigate.

History

Historical Context

Jeffrey Epstein, a financier and convicted sex offender, was arrested in July 2019 on federal charges of sex trafficking minors. His connections to powerful figures, including Donald Trump, have drawn scrutiny, particularly after Epstein's death in custody in August 2019. The ongoing fallout includes lawsuits against Epstein's estate, which is valued at over $600 million, and the release of documents revealing Epstein's extensive social network.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to sue Michael Wolff, accusing him of conspiring with the late Jeffrey Epstein to harm his political career.
The announcement, delivered aboard Air Force One, cites Department of Justice (DOJ) files absolving him and showing a Wolff-Epstein plot.
Trump indicated a possible lawsuit against the Epstein estate.
Wolff replied that he has nothing to hide and would litigate.

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