Active DOJ Cover-Up
January 30, 2026: The Department of Justice deleted document EFTA01660679 containing "numerous complaints and allegations involving powerful individuals, including Donald Trump" immediately after it went viral on social media. The document was restored hours later—possibly with redactions or alterations. This follows Trump's threat that his "friends will get hurt" if Epstein files were released, and his forced resignation of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene after she called him a "TRAITOR" for opposing transparency.
This is not historical documentation. This is happening now.
Court Documents
Official Legal Records, Depositions, and DOJ Cover-Up
Court documents and legal filings provide some of the most concrete evidence of Trump's connections to Jeffrey Epstein. These records include depositions, unsealed court documents, witness testimony under oath, and official government records. The January 2026 DOJ document deletion represents an unprecedented and ongoing attempt to suppress public access to this information.
This documentation presents court records organized by case and type, with full legal context. All content is drawn from official court filings, legal depositions, and verified government records.
The DOJ Document Deletion (January 2026)
Document EFTA01660679
On January 30, 2026, document EFTA01660679 was discovered on the Department of Justice's FOIA Electronic Reading Room. The document, described as containing "numerous complaints and allegations involving powerful individuals, including Donald Trump," began circulating on social media. Within hours of going viral, the DOJ deleted the document from public access.
Public Response and Restoration
The deletion sparked immediate public outcry and accusations of cover-up. After several hours and intense public pressure, the DOJ restored the document. However, serious questions remain about whether the restored version is identical to the original, or if redactions or alterations were made during the deletion period.
The "Friends Will Get Hurt" Context
This deletion occurred in the context of Trump's previous statement to Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene that releasing Epstein files would result in his "friends" getting "hurt." When Greene publicly called for releasing the Epstein files, Trump called her a "TRAITOR" on Truth Social and forced her resignation from her committee positions and effectively from Congress.
What This Demonstrates
Systematic cover-up: The deletion represents active suppression of public information by the DOJ under Trump's administration. The timing—immediately after the document went viral—demonstrates this was not accidental but a deliberate attempt to prevent public access to information referencing Trump in Epstein-related materials.
Political intimidation: Trump's forced resignation of MTG, combined with the DOJ deletion, demonstrates a pattern of using government power and political retaliation to suppress transparency about Epstein connections.
What is being hidden: The extreme measures taken to suppress this document and prevent release of Epstein files suggest the concealed information is highly damaging. People do not engage in cover-ups and political retaliation to hide exculpatory information.
The Marjorie Taylor Greene Situation
MTG's Call for Transparency
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, previously one of Trump's most loyal congressional allies, publicly called for the release of all Jeffrey Epstein-related files. She stated that transparency was essential and that the American people deserved to know the full truth about Epstein's connections to powerful individuals.
Trump's "Friends Will Get Hurt" Warning
According to multiple reports, Trump told Greene that releasing the Epstein files would result in his "friends" getting "hurt." This statement is remarkable for several reasons:
- It acknowledges Trump has "friends" who would be damaged by Epstein file release
- It suggests Trump has knowledge of what is in the files
- It frames file release as harmful to people Trump wants to protect
- It positions Epstein transparency as something to be opposed rather than supported
Trump Calls MTG a "TRAITOR"
When Greene proceeded with her public call for Epstein file transparency despite Trump's warning, Trump posted on Truth Social calling her a "TRAITOR" (in all caps). This represents a stunning reversal for Trump, who had previously praised Greene effusively and supported her political career.
Forced Resignation
Following Trump's public denunciation, Greene was forced to resign from her committee positions and effectively from Congress. While framed as her decision, the circumstances make clear this was the result of Trump's pressure campaign against her for supporting Epstein file transparency.
What This Reveals
Trump was willing to destroy the career of one of his most loyal political allies to prevent transparency about Epstein files. This demonstrates:
- Extreme opposition to transparency: The political cost Trump was willing to pay indicates how damaging he believes the information to be
- Consciousness of guilt: Innocent people typically support transparency that would exonerate them
- Willingness to abuse power: Using political influence to punish those who support transparency
- Pattern of protection: Protecting "friends" who would be harmed by disclosure rather than supporting justice for Epstein's victims
Virginia Giuffre Case Documents
Case Background
Virginia Giuffre (formerly Virginia Roberts) filed multiple civil cases related to her allegations that she was trafficked by Jeffrey Epstein and forced to have sexual relations with powerful men. Thousands of pages of documents from these cases have been unsealed, providing detailed testimony and evidence about Epstein's trafficking operation.
Trump References in Documents
Trump's name appears in various contexts throughout the unsealed documents:
- As a social acquaintance of Epstein
- In descriptions of parties and social events
- In testimony about Epstein's social circle and connections
- In discussions of Epstein's recruitment methods and locations
Johanna Sjoberg Deposition
Johanna Sjoberg, who alleged she was recruited and abused by Epstein, testified in a 2016 deposition that was unsealed in 2024. Her testimony includes references to Trump in the context of Epstein's social circle and events at Mar-a-Lago and other locations.
Legal Context
It is critical to note that mentions of Trump in these documents do not constitute allegations of criminal conduct. Trump's name appears primarily in the context of his documented social relationship with Epstein and as a figure in Epstein's social orbit. However, these references do establish Trump was part of Epstein's circle during the period when Epstein was actively trafficking minors.
2009 Bradley Edwards Investigation
Trump's Cooperation
Bradley Edwards, an attorney representing multiple Epstein victims, stated in a 2009 court filing and later interviews that Trump was "the only person" who provided information voluntarily during his investigation. Edwards described Trump as "very helpful" and said Trump called him back and was willing to talk.
What This Cooperation Means
Trump and his supporters have cited Edwards' statements as evidence of Trump's innocence and willingness to help victims. However, several important caveats apply:
- Substance unknown: The specific information Trump provided has never been made public
- Timing significant: This occurred in 2009, years before Trump's presidential campaign and before full public awareness of Epstein's crimes
- Other witnesses: The "only person" claim refers to voluntary cooperation, not testimonial evidence or other forms of evidence in the case
- 2026 opposition: Trump's current aggressive opposition to releasing Epstein files contradicts the cooperation narrative from 2009
Subsequent Defamation Case
In 2019, Edwards sued Trump for defamation after Trump accused him of being involved in a conspiracy. This case was eventually dismissed. The legal dispute between Trump and Edwards raises questions about their current relationship and whether Edwards still holds the same views about Trump's helpfulness from 2009.
Epstein's Black Book and Phone Records
The Black Book
Jeffrey Epstein's "black book"—a physical address book containing contact information for hundreds of individuals—was seized by authorities and later leaked to the public. The book, entered as evidence in legal proceedings, contains the following Trump-related entries:
- Multiple phone numbers for Donald Trump, including direct lines
- Phone numbers for Trump's wife (at the time)
- Contact information for Trump's assistants and staff
- Trump Tower and Mar-a-Lago numbers
What the Black Book Demonstrates
The inclusion of Trump's contact information in Epstein's black book, with multiple numbers and notations, indicates Trump was part of Epstein's regular circle of contacts. While being in Epstein's address book does not imply knowledge of or participation in crimes, it does establish the social relationship and regular communication channel between Trump and Epstein.
Phone Records
Subpoenaed phone records from Epstein's residences show multiple calls to and from Trump-associated numbers during the 1990s and early 2000s. These records corroborate the social relationship documented through other evidence.
Flight Logs
Documented Flights
Flight logs from Jeffrey Epstein's private aircraft, submitted as evidence in legal proceedings, document at least one confirmed flight with Donald Trump as a passenger:
- January 5, 1997: Palm Beach to Newark. Passengers included Trump, Mark Epstein (Jeffrey's brother), and others.
Trump's Claims vs. Evidence
Trump has variously claimed he flew on Epstein's plane "once" or "never." The documented flight log evidence establishes at least one flight occurred. The discrepancy between Trump's public statements and documented evidence raises questions about what else Trump may be misrepresenting about his relationship with Epstein.
What Flight Logs Show and Don't Show
Flight logs document who was on specific flights on specific dates. They do not show:
- What occurred during flights
- Whether passengers knew about or participated in any illegal activity
- The purpose or destination context of flights
- Many people flew on Epstein's plane for legitimate business or social reasons, and being on a flight does not imply wrongdoing
Sealed and Unreleased Documents
What Remains Sealed
Despite multiple rounds of document unsealing, substantial amounts of Epstein-related material remain under seal or have not been released to the public. This includes:
- FBI investigative files
- Additional depositions and witness testimony
- Video and photographic evidence in federal custody
- Contents of safes and storage seized from Epstein properties
- Information about Epstein's financial transactions and payments to individuals
Trump's Opposition to Release
Trump has actively opposed calls to release remaining Epstein files. His administration has not released files within executive control, and he has punished political allies (like MTG) who called for transparency. This opposition is notable because:
- As president, Trump has the power to declassify and release FBI and federal documents
- If the files were exculpatory, releasing them would benefit Trump politically
- Opposition to transparency suggests the unreleased material is damaging
- Trump's "friends will get hurt" statement indicates knowledge of what the files contain
Public Interest in Release
Given Epstein's crimes against minors and the public interest in holding powerful individuals accountable, there is a strong argument for releasing all Epstein-related files with appropriate redactions only for victim privacy and ongoing investigations. Trump's opposition to this transparency, combined with active suppression efforts like the DOJ document deletion, suggests a cover-up of damaging information rather than legitimate privacy or security concerns.
Why These Court Documents Matter
Evidence under oath: Court documents include testimony given under oath, with penalties for perjury. This makes them more reliable than public statements or media reports.
Active cover-up: The January 2026 DOJ document deletion represents an unprecedented attempt to suppress public information. This is not historical—it is happening now, under Trump's administration.
Pattern of suppression: The DOJ deletion, combined with Trump's forced resignation of MTG and opposition to releasing Epstein files, demonstrates a systematic effort to prevent transparency.
What is being hidden: The extreme measures taken—destroying political allies, deleting public documents, threatening "friends will get hurt"—suggest the concealed information is highly damaging. Innocent people do not engage in cover-ups and retaliation to hide exculpatory information.