Former President Bill Clinton has come under scrutiny after a letter he wrote to Jeffrey Epstein surfaced, in which he praised the convicted sex offender for his “childlike curiosity.” The letter, dated 2003, was part of a collection of birthday messages compiled for Epstein’s 50th birthday by his former girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell, and a team of assistants.
The Wall Street Journal reported on the letter, which expresses admiration for Epstein’s drive to learn and make a difference. This revelation has sparked controversy, especially given Epstein’s criminal history as a child sex trafficker. Clinton’s office has not commented on the letter or its implications.
In addition to Clinton’s note, the birthday book also included a letter from former President Donald Trump, who has since labeled the letter as “FAKE” and filed a libel lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal over its publication. Trump claims he warned the publication not to print the letter.
Flight logs have shown that Clinton flew on Epstein’s private plane, known as the “Lolita Express,” at least six times, with some trips taken without Secret Service protection. This connection has raised eyebrows and led to further questions about his relationship with Epstein.
Other notable figures who contributed messages to the birthday book include billionaire Leon Black, fashion designer Vera Wang, and media mogul Mort Zuckerman. The book categorized contributors into sections like “Friends,” “Business,” and “Family,” with Clinton being one of the most prominent names listed.
Epstein died in a jail cell in 2019 while awaiting trial for sex trafficking charges. Maxwell was convicted in 2021 and is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence for her role in Epstein’s crimes. The resurfacing of Clinton’s letter adds another layer to the complex narrative surrounding Epstein and the influential people connected to him.
