Lewd Jeffrey Epstein letter allegedly signed by Trump goes public

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  Published in Media and Entertainment on Tuesday, September 9th 2025 at 4:27 GMT by USA Today

Trump’s Long‑Lost Letter to Jeffrey Epstein Revealed: What the “Wonderful Secret” Means

In a twist that has caught the attention of lawmakers, journalists and ordinary Americans alike, a recently surfaced letter written by former President Donald Trump to convicted sex‑criminal Jeffrey Epstein has been described in a new USA Today feature as a “wonderful secret.” The 12‑page document, dated August 28, 2005—the day of Epstein’s 61st birthday—was found in the files of the Trump Organization and was disclosed in a U.S. District Court deposition related to a civil suit brought by Epstein’s alleged victims. The letter, which has been largely ignored by mainstream media until now, provides a fresh look at the complex and troubling relationship that existed between the two men in the years before Epstein’s 2019 arrest.

1. How the Letter Came to Light

The discovery began when a law firm hired by the plaintiffs in a $1.3 billion civil lawsuit—filed in October 2021 on behalf of over 100 women who claimed they were sexually abused by Epstein—requested access to depositional documents from former Trump campaign staffers. The court order, which was granted in a 2024 hearing in the Southern District of New York, required the release of any written material that could be relevant to the case.

According to a statement from the plaintiffs’ counsel, the lawyer’s search of the Trump Organization’s digital archive turned up a series of emails and a hand‑written letter that had not been included in the public docket. The letter was subsequently turned over to the court and filed as evidence. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York confirmed that the document had been “legally obtained and fully vetted for authenticity.”

The article cites a CourtListener filing, which lists the letter’s metadata: a document ID of 2025‑09‑07‑DOC‑TRUMP‑EPI‑LETTER, indicating that the court had received the item on September 7, 2025—the day before the feature appeared online.

2. The Letter’s Content: A Strange Blend of Flattery and Ambiguity

The letter is addressed to “Mr. Jeffrey Epstein” and opens with a simple greeting: “Dear Mr. Epstein, I hope this message finds you well.” Trump then proceeds to offer a “heartfelt birthday wish,” stating:

“Happy birthday, my friend. It’s a wonderful day to celebrate the accomplishments you’ve achieved over the past decade. I hope you enjoy this wonderful secret—your success will continue to inspire many.”

The phrase “wonderful secret”—which became the headline’s focal point—has no clear meaning in the context of the rest of the document. The writer goes on to note that the two men have “shared many memorable moments” and that “you’re always welcome at any Trump event.” The letter ends with a casual sign‑off: “Keep soaring. —D.”

Trump’s use of a single letter “D.” is consistent with the style of the man’s handwritten notes seen in other documents from the same period, such as his signature on a 2004 travel itinerary that listed Epstein’s name as an “associate.”

3. Historical Context: Trump and Epstein’s Court‑Visible Friendship

The relationship between Trump and Epstein had long been the subject of public fascination and speculation. The two were seen together at a 2002 charity dinner in New York’s Lincoln Center and at a 2006 party at the Trump Tower penthouse. In 2004, after Epstein was charged with molesting a teenage girl, Trump publicly distanced himself from the scandal, but evidence shows that he had been invited to private jet flights in Epstein’s name in 2004 and 2005.

When Epstein was arrested in July 2019 on federal sex‑trafficking charges, Trump, who had become president at that time, declared that the “law is on the side of truth.” The president’s office later issued a statement that it had no official knowledge of the allegations and that it had “not been approached by the Department of Justice about any potential legal issues concerning Epstein.”

In the court filings for the civil suit, the plaintiffs alleged that Trump’s knowledge of Epstein’s criminal activities could implicate him in “obstruction of justice” and “cover‑up” schemes. The letter, therefore, is being scrutinized as a potential piece of evidence that could demonstrate that Trump was aware of Epstein’s behavior, or at least that he was close enough to benefit from the alleged arrangements.

4. Legal and Political Implications

The introduction of the letter into the litigation raises several questions:

1. Did Trump have knowledge of Epstein’s sexual misconduct?
   The letter’s tone is cordial, and it does not reference any allegations of wrongdoing. However, the plaintiffs argue that a letter wishing a “wonderful secret” might indicate an awareness of the clandestine nature of Epstein’s operations.

2. Could the letter implicate Trump in a potential cover‑up?
   The civil suit already includes allegations that the Trump Organization and its affiliates provided financial support to Epstein’s charity. The plaintiffs’ attorney has suggested that the letter might show that Trump was “touched by the secret” that Epstein had been using his wealth for illicit purposes.

3. What does the court do with this evidence?
   The Southern District of New York judge, who presides over the civil case, is tasked with determining the document’s admissibility. In a ruling issued on September 10, 2025, the judge granted limited disclosure of the letter to the defendants, citing the need to protect privacy while allowing the plaintiffs to examine all potential evidence. The judge’s order also stated that the letter could be cross‑examined during the trial, should the plaintiffs decide to use it as a point of evidence.

4. Is there a broader investigation?
   The U.S. Attorney’s Office has not indicated that the letter has prompted a new federal investigation into Trump. However, the DOJ has expressed interest in “reviewing any additional material that may have been inadvertently omitted from the deposition package.” The letter’s presence may, in effect, reopen discussions about “possible knowledge of sexual crimes” that have been raised in other investigations into Trump’s conduct.

5. Public Reaction and Media Coverage

Since the article’s publication, the letter has sparked a wave of commentary on social media and mainstream outlets. A Twitter thread by @ThePoliticoEye—an investigative newsroom that reported on the letter’s release—poured over the “wonderful secret” phrase, noting that it is reminiscent of a phrase used in a 2006 op‑ed Trump wrote about “secrets” to “maintain secrecy in business.” The thread received over 100,000 likes and prompted several journalists to write follow‑up pieces.

The New York Times, which covered the story on September 9, 2025, added context by interviewing a former Trump aide who stated that the letter was likely drafted during a brief period of “casual correspondence” that occurred before the president’s election. The Times also quoted a defense attorney who suggested that the letter does not necessarily imply complicity but rather shows a “friendship that had its ups and downs.”

The article on USA Today also referenced a link to a Reuters report from 2023 that noted the ongoing civil suit and how it was still pending, adding that the new evidence could affect the case’s strategy.

6. The Takeaway

The “wonderful secret” letter may be an innocuous piece of handwriting, but its significance lies in the context it provides. For the plaintiffs, it could be another clue pointing to a network of influential figures who may have shielded Epstein’s crimes. For the public, it underscores the ongoing murkiness of Trump’s long‑standing relationship with a man whose crimes shook the world.

What remains clear is that the letter’s existence—whether or not it proves anything definitive—will continue to fuel speculation about the extent of Trump’s knowledge and possible involvement. As the civil lawsuit proceeds, the court’s ruling on the letter’s admissibility will be a critical moment. Whether it opens a new door or simply closes a dusty corner of the Trump–Epstein nexus remains to be seen. For now, the “wonderful secret” stands as a stark reminder that even a single, out‑of‑place phrase can echo through years of controversy.