Trump aides mishandled Epstein files response, book says

By The BriefBrief

A new book excerpt says Trump officials miscommunicated and fumbled their behind-closed-doors response to the Epstein files scandal.

WHO: Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan

WHAT: Excerpt claims Trump senior officials miscommunicated and clashed over how to respond to the Epstein files crisis, including a Situation Room meeting and distribution of binders to MAGA influencers.

WHEN: Jun 10, 2026 at 11:46 AM ET

WHERE: USA

WHY: Officials reacted to the Epstein files scandal after Justice Department and FBI released a memo addressing the case.

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