Trump’s History With Jeffrey Epstein: Here’s The Full Timeline

Key Concepts

• Jeffrey Epstein
• Donald Trump
• Mara Lago
• Victoria's Secret Angel's party
• Calendar girl party
• Flight logs
• Sexual assault allegations
• House Oversight Committee
• Adelita Grahalva
• Mike Johnson
• Epstein's estate
• Federal government files

Trump's History with Jeffrey Epstein: A Detailed Timeline

This report details the long-standing connection between Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein, spanning from the 1980s until their reported falling out in 2004. Newly released emails from Epstein's estate allege that Trump was aware of Epstein's underage victims and spent significant time with one of them at Epstein's home. These revelations come as Democrats on the House Oversight Committee push for the release of federal government files related to Epstein, with a House vote expected soon.

Early Connections and Public Appearances (1980s - 1992)

• 1980s: Trump and Epstein first met in Palm Beach around 1985, coinciding with Trump's purchase of Mara Lago. At this time, Epstein was also a resident of Palm Beach.
• 2002 Statement: Trump described his acquaintance with Epstein to New York magazine, stating he had known him for "15 years," calling him a "terrific guy," and noting that Epstein "likes beautiful women as much as I do and many of them are on the younger side."
• 1992: Trump and Epstein were observed together at a party hosted by Trump at Mara Lago. NBC footage from 1992 captured them laughing at this event.
• 1992 "Calendar Girl" Party: At a party at Mara Lago, Trump reportedly invited only two other guests: Florida businessman George Hera and Epstein. Hera's then-girlfriend, Jill Hearth, alleged that Trump forcibly kissed and fondled her, and prevented her from leaving a bedroom. Hearth also claimed Trump entered the bed of another 22-year-old woman present at the party. Trump later settled a lawsuit with Hearth in 1997, while denying her allegations.

Flights on Epstein's Jets and Wedding Attendance (1993 - 1995)

• 1993: According to flight logs made public during Ghislaine Maxwell's trial, Trump took four flights on Epstein's private jets in 1993.
• 1993 Wedding: Photos released by CNN show Epstein attending Trump's 1993 wedding to his second wife, Marla Maples, at the Plaza Hotel in New York.
• 1993 Cafe Opening: Another CNN-published photo from a few months prior to the wedding depicts Epstein and Trump together at the opening of the Harley-Davidson Cafe in New York.
• 1993 Groping Allegation: Model Stacy Williams alleged in a 2024 interview with The New York Times that Trump groped her when Epstein brought her to Trump Tower.
• 1994: Trump reportedly took another flight on one of Epstein's private jets, as indicated by flight logs.
• 1995 Office Encounter: Maria Farmer, who has accused Epstein and Maxwell of sexual assault, told the FBI, as reported by The New York Times, that in 1995, Epstein called her to his New York office late at night. Trump then allegedly arrived, "started to hover over Farmer," who was in her mid-20s, and "stared at her bare legs" before Epstein intervened, saying, "No, no, she's not here for you."
• 1995 Jet Flight: Flight logs indicate Trump took an additional flight on an Epstein jet in 1995.

Continued Association and Public Appearances (1997 - 2000)

• 1997 Book Dedication: In his book, "Trump: The Art of the Comeback," Trump signed a note to Epstein stating, "To Jeff, you are the greatest," as reported by The New York Times.
• 1997 Jet Flight: Trump reportedly took a seventh flight on one of Epstein's jets in 1997.
• 1997 Victoria's Secret Party: Trump and Epstein were photographed near each other at a Victoria's Secret Angel's party. A Getty image shows Trump posing with model Ingrid Sinhave, with Epstein visible in the background.
• 1999 Victoria's Secret Event: Video footage released by CNN shows Trump and Epstein laughing and conversing at another Victoria's Secret event.

Epstein Victim Recruitment at Mara Lago (2000)

• 2000 Mara Lago Resort: Virginia Giuffre, an Epstein victim, was working at Trump's Mara Lago resort when she was recruited by Ghislaine Maxwell to serve as Epstein's personal masseuse. Giuffre stated in a 2019 deposition that she was groomed by Epstein and Maxwell to provide sexual services for Epstein and his wealthy associates.

Birthday Card Allegation and Falling Out (2003 - 2004)

• 2003 Birthday Card: A July 2025 Wall Street Journal report alleged that Trump sent Epstein a birthday card with the message, "May everyday be another wonderful secret." Trump denied this report and sued the newspaper over it. The New York Times later reported that Trump was listed as a contributor to the book of birthday cards where the alleged letter appeared.
• 2004 Falling Out: The timeline provided focuses on their association up until their reported falling out in 2004.

Current Developments and Political Context

• Newly Released Emails: In newly released emails from 2011 to 2019, Epstein allegedly claimed Trump "knew about the girls" and spent hours with one of his victims at his home.
• House Oversight Committee Action: Democrats on the House Oversight Committee released these emails from Epstein's estate. This action precedes a House vote on legislation to release federal government files into Epstein, a vote that Adelita Grahalva, Democrat of Arizona, is expected to finalize.
• Legislative Process: The House is anticipated to vote on the legislation in the upcoming week. However, for the files to be released, the bill must also be approved by the Senate and signed into law by the President.
• White House Response: The White House has criticized the release of these new emails, labeling them part of an "Epstein hoax."

Conclusion

The extensive timeline presented highlights a decades-long relationship between Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein, marked by social engagements, flights on private jets, and alleged encounters with underage victims. The recent release of Epstein's emails and the ongoing legislative efforts to unseal federal files related to Epstein are bringing renewed scrutiny to this connection. The report emphasizes the need for further investigation and transparency regarding the full extent of their association and any potential implications.