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One particularly notable email from Epstein mentions that Trump "never once" was involved in any criminal activity concerning Epstein, and a victim, Virginia Guy, explicitly cleared Trump of wrongdoing, stating he was "never a participant" and "never did anything inappropriate." These victims’ sworn statements contradict the narrative that Trump had a malicious or complicit relationship with Epstein.
Redacted Victim and The Importance of Context
A recurring theme in this controversy is the redaction of victims' names — a practice both sides scrutinize. Democrats, certain media outlets, and opposition figures highlight the redacted names to speculate on possible misconduct. Conversely, defenders argue that victims' privacy is paramount, and redactions are standard.