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Democratic Report Accuses Trump of Rape and Cover-up in Epstein Files
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Core Event
House Judiciary Committee Democrats released a 53-page staff report alleging President Donald Trump participated in Jeffrey Epstein’s sexual-abuse network and raped former beauty-pageant contestant Beatrice Keul in a hotel suite in November 1993. Issued on a Monday before the 2026 midterm elections, the report calls for an independent special counsel to investigate Trump’s alleged crimes, the Justice Department’s handling of the Epstein files, and potential obstruction by Attorney General Todd Blanche.
Background & Context
Trump and Epstein maintained a friendship in the 1990s and early 2000s, with Epstein appearing at Trump-owned venues such as Mar-a-Lago. Prior congressional inquiries have documented multiple accusations of sexual misconduct against Trump, including a 2023 jury finding that writer Jean Carroll’s allegation was “substantially true.” The new report adds Keul’s allegation and cites testimony from 11 women, five of whom directly accuse Trump of rape or sexual assault within Epstein’s circle.
Data & Statistics
- 11 women interviewed are referenced in the report.
- 5 women directly accuse Trump of rape or sexual assault.
- At least 28 women have publicly accused Trump of rape or sexual misconduct in connection with Epstein.
Official Statements & Responses
Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD), the committee’s ranking member, said the women who survived Epstein “deserve to be heard” and urged Congress to obtain the complete files required by law, adding that an independent special counsel is needed to investigate co-conspirators and alleged DOJ cover-up. Rep. Robert Garcia (D-CA) called the investigation “one of our top priorities,” emphasizing public demand for disclosure and justice for survivors.
Attorney General Todd Blanche, a former Trump personal lawyer, has not commented publicly; the report alleges he may have engaged in criminal obstruction while protecting the president.
Why It Matters
Democrats view the report as a vehicle to pressure the Justice Department and to frame the Epstein issue as a central electoral theme. If Democrats regain control of the House after the November 3 midterm elections, they intend to use subpoena power to compel further testimony and document production, potentially reshaping the political narrative around Trump’s ties to Epstein.
Verbatim Quotes
- “The women who survived Epstein deserve to be heard, Congress must have the complete files required by law, and an independent special counsel must investigate Epstein’s co-conspirators and DOJ’s cover-up and ensure that state and foreign prosecutors have the evidence they need to pursue justice,” — Rep. Jamie Raskin
- “I tried everything I could. Finally, I said, ‘Let’s talk first’ or something like that, then he slowed down,” — Beatrice Keul
- “None of these allegations are true. This ‘report’ is nothing more than a desperate attempt by crazed Democrats to distract Americans from the surging Republican momentum driven by President Trump’s historic achievements,” — Lauren Bis, White House spokeswoman
- “directly accused Trump of raping or sexually assaulting them in Epstein’s company or direct physical presence,” — Rep. Jamie Raskin
- “The Epstein investigation is going to be one of our top priorities,” — Rep. Robert Garcia
What’s Next
The committee’s report indicates that, should Democrats secure a House majority on November 3, they will pursue an independent special counsel and seek full access to the remaining Epstein files, aligning with broader Democratic strategies to investigate the Trump administration’s handling of the files and incorporate the issue into upcoming campaign messaging.