President Trump firmly denies signing a birthday message in Jeffrey Epstein’s 50th birthday book, labeling it forgery. “Not my signature, not my speaking style,” Trump states. “Anyone covering me long knows that language isn’t mine. Nonsense.”
Message, part of series compiled for Epstein, shows crudely drawn woman’s body outline around words: “We share certain things, Jeffrey. Enigmas never age. Noticed that? Pal wonderful thing. Happy birthday. May every day another wonderful secret.” Below, distinctive scroll in thick marker reads “Donald.”
Trump insists he didn’t sign. Lawyers will argue this in court. White House open to handwriting expert examining document for proof. “Sure, support that,” officials say.
Book handed over by Epstein estate after subpoena from Republican-led House Oversight Committee. Compiled by Epstein’s accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell, who described it as collection of stories, old photos to jog memories about places, people, events.
Trump had 10-year relationship with Epstein, listed as friend. Maxwell now serves 20 years for sex trafficking.
In interview, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanch, former Trump personal lawyer, asked Maxwell about book. “Remember President Trump submitting letter, card, note?” Maxwell replied, “Don’t.”
House Republicans, including Oversight Committee chairman, back Trump. “President says no signature, take his word.”
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Democrats counter Trump initially denied letter existence, now cornered. “Yet to meet anyone on Capitol Hill privately saying not Trump’s signature.”
