White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt outlined an ambitious week ahead while defending the administration’s immigration enforcement record and touting economic achievements. The briefing featured announcements of President Trump’s upcoming meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, a major coal energy event, and the historic rescission of the 2009 endangerment finding projected to save Americans $1.3 trillion. Leavitt also highlighted the launch of “Trump Accounts”—government-seeded investment accounts for children—and defended immigration statistics showing 60% of arrestees have criminal charges or convictions. The briefing was dominated by questions about the Savannah Guthrie family crisis, newly released Epstein files, and controversies involving Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s past connections to Jeffrey Epstein, with Leavitt closing by emphasizing positive economic indicators including the Dow crossing 50,000 and a 125-year low in murder rates. Assistance from Claude AI.
Participants
- Karoline Leavitt – White House Press Secretary
- Caroline Downey – National Review
- Gabe – Reporter (outlet not specified)
- Reagan – Reporter (outlet not specified)
- Stephen – New York Post
- Danny – Reporter (outlet not specified)
- Mary – Reporter (outlet not specified)
- John – Reporter (outlet not specified)
- Phil – Reporter (outlet not specified)
- Charlie – Reporter (outlet not specified)
- Tamra – Reporter (outlet not specified)
- Bloomberg Reporter – (name not specified)
- Multiple unidentified reporters
Detailed Breakdown
Opening Remarks: Savannah Guthrie Family Crisis
Leavitt began by apologizing for the briefing delay, explaining she had been with President Trump reviewing newly released FBI surveillance footage in the Savannah Guthrie case. She described the situation involving Guthrie’s mother as “heartbreaking” and urged Americans with information about the suspect to contact the FBI, which is assisting state and local authorities.
Leavitt reiterated that “the prayers of this entire White House are with Savannah and her family” and expressed hope that Nancy Guthrie would be brought home safely soon. This case became a recurring topic throughout the briefing, with reporters pressing for additional details about the president’s reaction and federal involvement.
Week Ahead: Israeli Meeting and Energy Focus
Leavitt outlined President Trump’s schedule for the coming week, beginning with a bilateral meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Tuesday.
The remainder of the week focuses on energy and deregulation:
Tuesday afternoon: An East Room event promoting “clean beautiful coal” as America’s most reliable and affordable energy source. Leavitt emphasized coal’s role during the recent winter storm that impacted hundreds of millions of Americans, noting it keeps lights on while driving down electricity costs nationwide.
Thursday: President Trump and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin will formalize the rescission of the 2009 Obama-era endangerment finding. Leavitt called this “the largest deregulatory action in American history,” projecting savings of $1.3 trillion in regulations for Americans. The bulk of savings stems from reduced vehicle costs, with the EPA projecting average savings of more than $2,400 per vehicle for popular light-duty cars, SUVs, and trucks.
Leavitt framed these actions as making life more affordable for everyday Americans while driving economic growth, creating “thousands of good paying jobs,” expanding manufacturing, increasing consumer choice, and improving affordability for millions of families and businesses.
Fort Bragg Visit and First Lady’s Valentine’s Day Plans
Friday: President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will travel to Fort Bragg, North Carolina to meet with military families and special forces members who carried out “Operation Absolute Resolve” in Venezuela, which brought “narcoterrorist Nicolas Maduro to justice.” Leavitt said both the president and first lady are “greatly looking forward to this visit.”
Additionally, First Lady Melania Trump will celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Children’s Inn at the National Institute of Health with children, families, and NIH staff involved in clinical trials.
Tax Cuts and Refund Season
Leavitt announced that “this is shaping up to be the biggest tax refund season ever” thanks to President Trump signing “the largest middle class tax cut in history.” She emphasized the administration’s belief that “Americans deserve to keep more of their hard earned money, not less.”
The tax package includes:
- No tax on tips
- No tax on overtime
- No tax on Social Security
- Auto loan interest deductions on new American-made vehicles
- Increases to the standard deduction
- Increases to the child tax credit
Leavitt noted that “every single Democrat in Congress voted against” the Working Families Tax Cut and shared testimonials from Americans benefiting from the legislation, gathered by AMAC (representing millions of Americans):
- Dean and Wendy from Wisconsin: “Instead of paying out $3,700 last year, we got back $2,500 in refunds this year. This is huge for our family.”
- Steve from California: “The new senior citizen deduction is a tremendous relief and has given us peace of mind and the freedom to truly enjoy the retirement years we worked so hard for.”
- Eric from Nevada: “As a senior, no tax on Social Security helps me tremendously. The no tax on tips helps my daughter in law as a waitress. The no tax on overtime helps my son, who works constantly. Our family savings from the one big beautiful bill could total even more than $5,000. We love the Trump tax cuts.”
Trump Accounts for Children
Leavitt announced that parents can now officially apply to open a “Trump account” for their children by visiting TrumpAccounts.gov and filling out IRS Form 4547. These special investment accounts provide “American children with a jump start on building wealth for life.”
Key details:
- Tax advantages similar to traditional IRA accounts
- Every child born between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2028 receives $1,000 from the US Treasury
- Parents/guardians can contribute up to $5,000 per year
- Employers can contribute up to $2,500 per year per employee
- Projected value could reach nearly $1.1 million by age 28 based on average historical stock market returns
Leavitt tied this announcement to the booming stock market, noting the Dow Jones “just shattered 50,000 for the first time ever on Friday” while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq continue breaking records. She emphasized that Americans’ 401(k)s and retirement savings are “booming once again” under President Trump’s pro-growth policies.
Immigration Enforcement Statistics and CBS Report
Caroline Downey from National Review asked about Democratic criticism that immigration enforcement has become “arbitrary,” citing statistics showing only 14% of illegal aliens arrested under the administration are violent criminals. She noted that progressive district attorneys often plead down serious violent crimes, potentially skewing the numbers.
Leavitt forcefully defended the administration’s record, calling out a CBS report she said liberal pundits were using to attack the administration. She corrected what she called misrepresentation of the data:
Key statistics cited by Leavitt:
- Nearly 60% of ICE arrestees over the past year had criminal charges or convictions
- Among that population, the majority of criminal charges or convictions are for nonviolent crimes
- Approximately 70% of illegal aliens arrested under President Trump have pending criminal charges and/or prior convictions
Leavitt specified what CBS categorized as “nonviolent crimes”: drug trafficking, distribution of child pornography, burglary, fraud, DUI, embezzlement, solicitation of a minor, and human smuggling.
“Just because a crime is not violent in nature, doesn’t mean that crime is victimless,” Leavitt emphasized. “I can guarantee every single person who is out there on television right now pointing to these statistics that were taken out of context by CBS news, would not want an illegal alien convicted of the distribution of child porn or fraud or DUI living in your community.”
She reiterated that the administration will continue deporting all illegal aliens with a focus on “the worst of the worst criminals.”
Savannah Guthrie Case Follow-Up
Gabe asked for more details about President Trump’s reaction to viewing the surveillance footage and whether he believes the suspect acted alone.
Leavitt said she hadn’t discussed with the president whether the suspect acted alone but described his reaction as “pure disgust.” She called it “heartbreaking to see now this footage really brings to life a story we’ve all been reading about.”
Leavitt reiterated prayers for Nancy Guthrie’s safe return and said the president directed her to encourage all Americans with information to call the FBI, expressing hope for “a positive resolution as soon as possible.”
Later, Charlie asked if the president was satisfied with federal and local investigations. Leavitt responded: “I don’t think anybody will be satisfied until this case is brought to a close and until Nancy Guthrie is returned home safely with her loved ones.” She confirmed the president has not contacted the family since an initial phone call.
Stephen from the New York Post asked if President Trump had a warning for the culprits. Leavitt said anyone involved in “this depraved crime, this abduction” should “be held to the fullest extent of the law possible.”
Epstein Files and Trump’s Past Relationship
Gabe raised questions about newly released Epstein files indicating President Trump had a conversation with the Palm Beach police chief in the early 2000s (according to the chief’s 2019 recounting). The files suggest Trump told the chief “thank goodness you’re stopping him” regarding Jeffrey Epstein and called Ghislaine Maxwell “evil,” seemingly contradicting previous statements that he had no idea about Epstein’s crimes.
Leavitt defended the president’s consistency: “What I will say is that the president has always remained consistent and that he kicked Jeffrey Epstein out of his club at Mar-a-Lago because, frankly, Jeffrey Epstein was a creep.”
She emphasized that “unlike many other people who are named in these files, President Trump cut off his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and was honest and transparent about that for years and years.”
When pressed on whether the 2006 call actually happened, Leavitt said: “It was a phone call that may or may not have happened in 2006. I don’t know the answer to that question. What I’m telling you is that what President Trump has always said is that he kicked Jeffrey Epstein out of his Mar-a-Lago club because Jeffrey Epstein was a creep and that remains true.”
Leavitt added: “And this call, if it did happen, corroborates exactly what President Trump has said from the beginning.” She then suggested reporters might be disappointed: “I’m sure many of you when you read that that alleged FBI report probably thought to yourself, wow, this really cracks our narrative that we’ve been trying to push about this president for many Years.”
Later, Tamra asked if the president would rule out a pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell, noting her legal team seemed to be making a case for one during her deposition.
Leavitt said it’s “not something I’ve discussed with the president recently because, frankly, it’s not a priority.” She added: “Last time we did speak about it, he said it’s not something he’s considering or thinking about.”
SAVE Act and Election Integrity
Reagan asked about the SAVE Act, referencing NBC reporting that House Republicans have hesitation about adding absentee ballot restrictions.
Leavitt said she couldn’t speak for House Republicans but emphasized President Trump is “quite possibly the strongest supporter of the SAVE America Act,” which would:
- Require proof of citizenship to register to vote
- Require photo identification before casting a ballot
- Ensure exceptions for military personnel and disabled individuals who cannot make it to polls
Leavitt said she believes House Republicans are discussing “reasonable commonsense things” among themselves but stressed the president wants both Republicans “and Democrats too, if they were politically wise, to pass this legislation for the Senate to pass it to send it to the president’s desk so it can be signed into law.”
When asked about the president’s conversations with Senate Majority Leader John Thune about using the standing filibuster, Leavitt said she wasn’t sure of their most recent conversation but knows “they speak very frequently” and the president is “in constant communication with both Leader Thune and the House Speaker, Mike Johnson.”
Infrastructure: Penn Station and Dulles Airport Renaming
Stephen asked why President Trump asked Senator Chuck Schumer to help rename Penn Station and Dulles Airport after himself, and why Gateway Tunnel funds are the “proper point of pressure” to make that happen.
Leavitt responded simply to the first question: “Why not? It was something the president floated in his conversation with Chuck Schumer.” She said the president has addressed the funding question separately himself.
Social Media Mistakes
Danny asked about social media problems at the White House, referencing the Vice President’s account posting and deleting a tweet about the Armenian genocide, and President Trump’s Truth Social account posting and deleting a “racist video about the Obamas” last week (which the White House blamed on a staffer).
Leavitt denied having “an auto-posting problem” and referred reporters back to the White House’s message issued on Armenian Remembrance Day, saying “there’s been no change of policy at this time.”
Jimmy Lai and China Trip
Mary asked if President Trump plans to advocate for Jimmy Lai (sentenced to 20 years in China) during his Beijing visit in the spring.
Leavitt said: “This is something I’ve heard the president advocate for both publicly and privately. I had the honor of being in that meeting with President Trump and President Xi in South Korea that took place, and this was brought up by the president himself. It is important to him, and he looks forward to visiting China in April.”
Argentinian Beef Executive Order
A reporter asked how the administration will ensure the Argentinian beef executive order brings down consumer prices without harming American ranchers, given concerns from Nebraska Republican lawmakers.
Leavitt said both objectives can happen simultaneously. She recounted overhearing President Trump on the phone with Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, emphasizing he’s “always saying we gotta make sure that prices continue to come down.”
Leavitt noted Secretary Rollins successfully brought down egg prices, and beef prices are “coming down slightly.” The president believes “a minor import to the country with cattle might be a short term solution with respect to bringing down prices.”
She emphasized that “protecting our American cattle and rancher industry is a priority for the president, and he’s in touch with those stakeholders. We’ve had them here at the White House a few times in recent months to discuss this issue directly.”
Gordie Howe Bridge Controversy
John asked why President Trump changed his position on the Gordie Howe Bridge connecting Detroit to Canada, which he threatened to block on social media despite supporting it in 2017. The reporter noted the bridge was fully paid for by Canada using American labor and steel.
Leavitt defended the president’s position: “The fact that Canada will control what crosses the Gordie Howe Bridge and owns the land on both sides is unacceptable to the president.”
She also said it’s “unacceptable that more of this bridge isn’t being built with more American made materials, even more so than what President Barack Obama committed to with the Canadians at the time at the start of the project.”
Leavitt explained the president believes:
- The US should own at least half of the bridge
- The US should have shared authority over what passes across it
- The US should participate in the economic benefits generated by its use
“This is just another example of President Trump putting America’s interests first,” Leavitt said, noting he made this clear in his call with Prime Minister Mark Carney earlier that day.
Border Wall Construction
Phil asked if President Trump is satisfied with the pace of border wall construction, referencing DHS Secretary Kristi Noem posting about signing the last contract for steel between Laredo, Del Rio, and Big Bend, Texas, amid reports construction had stalled.
Leavitt said the president wants “the full border wall is built as quickly as possible” and views building projects as needing to be “under budget and ahead of schedule.”
When pressed on whether he’s satisfied with the current pace, Leavitt responded: “I think the president is never satisfied. He always wants to ensure that things are moving along as quickly as possible. But I know Secretary Noem is on it, and she’s doing a great job.”
National Governors Association Meeting
Tamra asked about the National Governors Association removing a White House meeting from President Trump’s agenda because only Republicans were invited, and whether the administration is reconsidering inviting Democrats.
Leavitt said she had just spoken with the president about this: “It is a dinner at the White House. It’s the people’s house. It’s also the president’s home, and so he can invite whomever he wants to dinners and events here at the White House.”
She noted that Governor Wes Moore was invited last year but “did not show up to the dinner last year. Nobody reported on it.”
Leavitt concluded: “The president has the discretion to invite whomever he wants to the White House, and he welcomes all those who received an invitation to come. And if they don’t want to, that’s their loss.”
Commerce Secretary Lutnick and Epstein Connections
A Bloomberg reporter raised new revelations about Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick testifying on Capitol Hill that he visited Epstein’s island in 2012 with his wife and children—after supposedly cutting ties—and that Justice Department documents show contact through 2018.
Leavitt firmly backed the Commerce Secretary: “Secretary Lutnick remains a very important member of President Trump’s team, and the president fully supports the secretary.”
She then pivoted to criticize the press corps for not asking about what she characterized as major wins, launching into a lengthy recitation of positive developments.
Closing Remarks: Touting Administration Achievements
Leavitt closed the briefing by highlighting stories she said reporters ignored:
Economic achievements:
- Dow shattered 50,000 for the first time ever on Friday
- Stock market records continue with S&P 500 and Nasdaq
- National median rents fell to a four-year low following six consecutive monthly declines
- Mortgage affordability surged to a four-year high
Crime and safety:
- Murder rate plunged to a 125-year low as crime falls across the board
Immigration:
- Federal appeals court upheld the administration’s policy of detaining illegal aliens
- Ninth straight month with zero illegal border crossings at the southern border (unprecedented)
Medical policy:
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons opposed gender mutilation surgeries for children, “the first major medical group to do so”
Leavitt emphasized: “Home ownership is the core foundation principle of the American dream, and I will repeat that mortgage affordability this week surged to a four year high, but not a single mention of that in this briefing room today.”
She concluded: “We’re going to get back to business. The president is very busy today, and you will see him all tomorrow at the event in the East Room touting his administration’s energy policy.”
Citation
“Press Briefing: Karoline Leavitt Holds a Press Briefing at The White House – February 10, 2026.” Factbase, 10 Feb. 2026, https://factba.se.
Fact-Check: White House Press Briefing (February 10, 2026)
Tax Policy Claims
Claim: “Largest middle class tax cut in history”
Assessment: Requires Context/Likely Exaggerated
This claim requires examination of the specific legislation passed and comparison to historical tax cuts. Major historical tax cuts for context:
- Reagan’s Economic Recovery Tax Act (1981): Cut taxes by approximately $264 billion over 5 years (equivalent to roughly $750 billion in 2020 dollars)
- 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: Estimated at $1.5 trillion over 10 years, though benefits were skewed toward corporations and higher earners
- Obama’s 2012 extension of Bush tax cuts: Approximately $620 billion over 10 years
Source needed: Congressional Budget Office scoring of the specific 2025 tax legislation to verify “largest” claim and “middle class” targeting.
Claim: Taxpayer testimonials showing $2,500-$5,000+ savings
Assessment: Cannot Verify – Anecdotal
The specific testimonials cited (Dean and Wendy from Wisconsin, Steve from California, Eric from Nevada) cannot be independently verified. Individual tax outcomes vary widely based on:
- Income level
- Filing status
- Deductions claimed
- State of residence
- Specific tax provisions utilized
Without access to these individuals’ complete tax returns from both years, these claims cannot be confirmed.
Note: AMAC (Association of Mature American Citizens) is a conservative alternative to AARP, so testimonials may represent a politically aligned sample rather than representative taxpayers.
Trump Accounts Investment Claims
Claim: “Projected value could reach nearly $1.1 million by the time your child turns 28 years old”
Assessment: Mathematically Plausible with Caveats
Let me calculate based on stated parameters:
- Initial government contribution: $1,000
- Maximum annual parental contribution: $5,000
- Maximum annual employer contribution: $2,500
- Maximum total annual contribution: $7,500
- Investment period: 28 years
Using historical S&P 500 average return (approximately 10% annually before inflation, ~7% after):
Scenario assuming maximum contributions every year:
- Total contributions over 28 years: $1,000 + ($7,500 × 28) = $211,000
- With 7% annual return compounded: approximately $700,000-$800,000
- With 10% annual return compounded: approximately $1.1-$1.2 million
Verdict: The $1.1 million figure is mathematically achievable IF:
- Parents/employers contribute the maximum every year for 28 years
- Stock market returns match historical averages
- No withdrawals are made
- Fees are minimal
Critical context: This assumes consistently maxing out contributions ($7,500/year = $210,000 over 28 years), which is unrealistic for most American families.
Sources:
- Historical S&P 500 returns: Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED)
- Compound interest calculations: Standard financial formulas
Immigration Enforcement Statistics
Claim: Classification of “nonviolent crimes” includes drug trafficking, child pornography distribution, etc.
Assessment: Definitional Issue – Partially Misleading
This is where the statistics become problematic. Leavitt claims CBS categorized certain offenses as “nonviolent” when they should be considered serious crimes.
Standard crime classifications:
- Violent crimes (FBI Uniform Crime Reporting): Murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault
- Nonviolent crimes: Property crimes, drug offenses, fraud, etc.
However, many offenses Leavitt listed are indeed classified as nonviolent crimes in criminal justice statistics:
- Drug trafficking (nonviolent unless involving force)
- Fraud (nonviolent property crime)
- Burglary (nonviolent property crime unless occupied dwelling)
- DUI (nonviolent unless resulting in injury)
But:
- Distribution of child pornography is a serious sex offense
- Solicitation of a minor is a serious sex offense
- These may be classified differently depending on jurisdiction
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program definitions
Claim: “Ninth straight month with zero illegal border crossings at the southern border”
Assessment: Almost Certainly False
This claim is statistically implausible. “Zero illegal border crossings” would mean:
- No apprehensions by Border Patrol
- No got-aways detected by sensors/cameras
- No entries between ports of entry
Reality check: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) reports border encounters monthly. Even during periods of lowest migration:
- There are always some apprehensions
- “Zero crossings” has never been achieved in modern border enforcement history
- The claim likely confuses “historic lows” with “zero”
More plausible interpretation: Perhaps referring to a specific sector, specific methodology, or using a different metric than total crossings.
Source needed: Current CBP Border Enforcement Statistics
Economic Claims
Claim: “Dow Jones just shattered 50,000 for the first time ever on Friday”
Assessment: Verifiable – Search Required
To verify: Check Dow Jones Industrial Average closing prices for Friday, February 7, 2026.
Historical context:
- Dow crossed 40,000 in May 2024
- Market performance depends on many factors beyond presidential policies
Source: Dow Jones Market Data, major financial news outlets
Claim: “Murder rate has plunged to a 125-year low”
Assessment: Highly Questionable Timeline
This claim is suspicious for several reasons:
Timeline issues:
- Trump administration began in January 2025 (based on transcript date)
- This briefing is February 2026 – only ~13 months into administration
- Murder rates are typically reported with significant lag time
- FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data usually released 9-12 months after year-end
Historical context:
- 125 years ago = 1901
- Crime statistics methodology has changed dramatically since then
- Making comparisons to 1901 is statistically problematic
More likely:
- Reference to preliminary data showing significant decline
- Comparison to more recent decades, not literally 125 years
- Continuation of trends that began in 2023-2024
Sources needed:
- FBI Uniform Crime Report
- Major city police department crime statistics
- Academic criminology research
Claim: “National median rents have fallen to a four year low following six consecutive monthly declines”
Assessment: Verifiable – Search Required
Sources to check:
- Zillow Observed Rent Index
- Apartment List National Rent Report
- U.S. Census Bureau rental data
- RealPage rent tracking data
Claim: “Mortgage affordability has surged to a four year high”
Assessment: Verifiable – Search Required
Sources to check:
- Mortgage Bankers Association affordability index
- National Association of Realtors Housing Affordability Index
- Current mortgage rate data from Freddie Mac
- Median home price data
Deregulation Claims
Claim: Rescinding 2009 endangerment finding will save “$1.3 trillion in crushing regulations”
Assessment: Requires EPA Analysis
Background: The 2009 endangerment finding determined that greenhouse gases endanger public health and welfare, forming the legal basis for EPA regulation of CO2 emissions.
To verify the $1.3 trillion claim:
- Need EPA regulatory impact analysis
- Timeframe for savings (10 years? 20 years?)
- What regulations specifically are being eliminated
- Methodology for calculating “savings”
Context: Regulatory cost-benefit analyses are often contested:
- Industry groups typically estimate higher costs
- Public health advocates emphasize benefits not captured in economic analysis
- Long-term climate costs often not included in deregulation “savings”
Claim: “Average per vehicle savings of more than $2,400”
Assessment: Plausible if Eliminating Emission Standards
If rescinding the endangerment finding eliminates:
- Fuel efficiency standards
- Emission control requirements
- Electric vehicle mandates
Then manufacturers could potentially reduce vehicle costs by eliminating:
- Emissions control technology
- Fuel efficiency engineering
- Compliance costs
However: This doesn’t account for:
- Increased fuel costs over vehicle lifetime
- Health costs from increased air pollution
- Climate change impacts
Source needed: EPA regulatory impact statement for the rescission
Energy Claims
Claim: Coal as “most reliable and affordable energy source especially during periods of peak demand”
Assessment: Misleading/Requires Context
Reliability during winter storms:
- Partially true: Coal plants can maintain fuel stockpiles on-site
- But: Natural gas has become the dominant electricity source in the U.S.
- Recent winter storms (like Texas 2021): Both coal and natural gas plants experienced failures due to cold weather
Affordability:
- Levelized cost of energy (Lazard 2023-2024 data):
- Utility-scale solar: $24-$96/MWh
- Wind: $24-$75/MWh
- Natural gas combined cycle: $39-$101/MWh
- Coal: $65-$159/MWh
Verdict: Coal is generally NOT the most affordable energy source. It may provide reliability benefits in specific scenarios, but renewables and natural gas are typically cheaper.
Sources:
- U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA)
- Lazard Levelized Cost of Energy Analysis
- Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
Epstein-Related Claims
Claim: Trump “kicked Jeffrey Epstein out of his Mar-a-Lago club because Jeffrey Epstein was a creep”
Assessment: Partially Documented
What’s documented:
- Trump did ban Epstein from Mar-a-Lago at some point
- Various accounts place this in the early-to-mid 2000s
- Reasons given have varied in different accounts
What’s disputed:
- Exact timing of the ban
- Specific reason (hitting on member’s daughter vs. general behavior)
- Whether Trump had knowledge of illegal activities
Sources:
- Court documents from Epstein cases
- Contemporaneous news reports
- Witness statements in various legal proceedings