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11 stories on Jeffrey Epstein. For each one: what the left says, what the right says, and what both agree on. RSS feed
- Judge Rejects Trump's Epstein Defamation Suit Against WSJ, With Prejudice
Nov 1, 2026
Left: The ruling reinforces that New York Times v. Sullivan's actual malice standard remains intact, protecting rigorous investigative journalism on matters of public concern from being chilled by litigation from powerful public figures.
Right: Trump and his legal team maintain the letter is fake and that the Journal's story caused significant reputational harm that merits legal recourse.
- Epstein's alleged suicide note released after years under seal
May 7, 2026
Left: The note's authenticity remains unverified, with no court or investigative agency confirming Epstein actually wrote it
Right: The note suggests Epstein felt vindicated by investigations that 'found nothing' despite facing serious charges
- Melania Trump's surprise Epstein denial sparks questions about timing
Apr 11, 2026
Left: The first lady's unexpected statement appears to be an attempt to get ahead of potentially damaging new information about her connections to Epstein
Right: Melania Trump courageously defended herself against years of baseless smears and politically motivated attacks on her reputation
- Judge Says Epstein File Release Incriminates Maxwell, Not Exonerates Her
Aug 26, 2026
Left: The ruling reinforces that Maxwell's 2021 conviction rested on overwhelming testimonial and documentary evidence, including detailed accounts of how she and Epstein groomed and silenced victims as young as 14.
Right: Maxwell, representing herself without an attorney, raised legitimate due-process concerns, including allegations that a juror concealed a history of sexual abuse and that exculpatory evidence was withheld.
- New Mexico Sues DOJ, Accuses Trump Officials of Hiding Epstein Files
Aug 6, 2026
Left: Survivors of Epstein's abuse at Zorro Ranch have waited years for accountability, and federal foot-dragging compounds their trauma by denying them a path to justice.
Right: The Justice Department is bound by federal court orders that restrict disclosure of victim-identifying information, and it cannot simply hand over unredacted files without a lawful basis.
- Billionaire Sues Congress Rather Than Testify About Epstein Ties
Sep 4, 2026
Left: Black defied two congressional subpoenas after already walking out of a voluntary interview, a pattern lawmakers say shows contempt for legitimate oversight authority.
Right: Black's attorneys argue the committee is exceeding its legislative authority by demanding private nondisclosure agreements that have no clear connection to lawmaking.
- Melania Trump Denies Epstein Ties in Surprise White House Statement
Apr 11, 2026
Left: The statement appears to be a preemptive defense against potential damaging revelations, raising questions about what prompted this unusual public address
Right: Melania Trump courageously addressed false and defamatory claims head-on, demonstrating integrity by speaking truth against politically motivated attacks on her reputation
- Billionaire Leon Black Held in Contempt Over Epstein Ties
Sep 17, 2026
Left: Black's $170 million in payments to Epstein, framed as tax and estate planning fees, warrant serious scrutiny given Epstein's crimes and Black's position atop Apollo Global Management.
Right: Rep. James Comer's framing that 'no one is above the law' emphasizes that this contempt action is about transparency and justice for survivors, not political targeting.
- Senate Unanimously Votes to Block Any Maxwell Pardon
Jul 30, 2026
Left: Sen. Jacky Rosen introduced the resolution now specifically to pressure Republicans as they weigh confirming Todd Blanche, who personally interviewed Maxwell and floated that her lawyer might expect something in exchange for her cooperation, to lead DOJ permanently.
Right: Republicans joined Democrats without objection, showing bipartisan agreement that Maxwell's crimes are indefensible and clemency should never be considered regardless of political affiliation.
- Melania Trump's Surprise Epstein Denial Sparks Speculation About Hidden Motives
Apr 11, 2026
Left: The timing and surprise nature of Melania's statement suggests she may be trying to get ahead of damaging information that reporters are investigating
Right: Melania had every right to publicly defend herself against persistent false rumors linking her to Jeffrey Epstein that have circulated online
- Bill Gates to Testify on Jeffrey Epstein Ties
Apr 8, 2026
Left: Gates welcomes the opportunity to testify and cooperate fully with the committee's investigation, demonstrating transparency and accountability
Right: Gates maintained a relationship with Epstein from 2011-2014, three years after Epstein's conviction for soliciting a minor for prostitution