Twenty years ago, Donald Trump contacted the then-police chief of Palm Beach, Michael Reiter, claiming that 'everyone' was aware of Jeffrey Epstein's misconduct, as per a recently released FBI document. This revelation contradicts Trump's repeated assertions that he was unaware of Epstein's criminal activities. The document summarizes an FBI interview with Reiter conducted in 2019, wherein Reiter recounted Trump's call following the public disclosure of Epstein's sexual offenses in July 2006.

During the call, Trump reportedly expressed gratitude for Reiter's efforts to stop Epstein, stating, 'Thank God you're stopping him. Everyone knew he was doing this.' These comments come at a time when Trump has continuously distanced himself from Epstein and denied any knowledge of his criminal behavior. Reiter, who retired in 2009, confirmed the details of his FBI interview to the Miami Herald, which is the outlet that first reported the story.

The U.S. Department of Justice has indicated that they are unaware of any other evidence suggesting that Trump contacted law enforcement two decades ago regarding Epstein. This new information raises further questions about Trump's knowledge of Epstein's activities and his connections to the convicted sex offender, further complicating the narrative surrounding their relationship and Trump's past statements on the matter.