In a recently uncovered document, a former Palm Beach police chief alleges that Donald Trump was among the first to report Jeffrey Epstein’s criminal activities to law enforcement in 2006. The document, released by the U.S. Department of Justice as part of the ‘Epstein Files’, presents a federal account of an October 2019 interview conducted by the FBI with Michael Reiter, who served as the police chief. This revelation comes just two months after Epstein was found dead in his jail cell, and it casts doubt on Trump's previous statements denying knowledge of Epstein’s misconduct.

Michael Reiter recounted a phone conversation with Trump in July 2006, during which Trump allegedly expressed relief that Epstein was being arrested, stating, "Thank God you’re arresting him." This claim suggests that Trump was not only aware of Epstein's activities but also concerned enough to inform the authorities. The implications of this new information could potentially challenge Trump's narratives and public persona regarding his relationship with Epstein, who was known for his high-profile connections.

This revelation reignites discussions surrounding Trump’s past associations with Epstein, raising questions about the depth of that relationship and Trump’s actions in the years leading up to Epstein's numerous legal troubles. The timing of the document's release adds another layer of scrutiny to Trump amidst ongoing investigations and his political career, indicating that the Epstein saga remains a significant issue in discussions about accountability among powerful figures in society.