Discover the latest explosive claim by Trump alleging Epstein's involvement in the scandalous Virginia Giuffre saga and the Department of Justice's urgent request for information on non-citizens in California voter rolls. Stay informed with the top US political updates from Tuesday, July 29.
President Donald Trump addressed the issue of Jeffrey Epstein and his connections to the president's Mar-a-Lago club, stating that the late sex offender had recruited Virginia Giuffre and other young female employees while they were working at the Florida country club.
Despite facing criticism for his administration's lack of transparency regarding Epstein, Trump discussed the matter aboard Air Force One following a trip to Scotland. He expressed frustration over continued interest in the case, which resurfaced six years after Epstein's death by suicide while awaiting trial, despite some of his associates propagating conspiracy theories.
During questioning, Trump confirmed that young women, including those working in the spa, were hired from Mar-a-Lago by Epstein. When asked specifically about Giuffre, one of Epstein's key accusers, Trump acknowledged her employment at the spa.
Donald Trump implied on Tuesday that Jeffrey Epstein, the deceased sex offender he associated with for over a decade, had "stolen" Virginia Giuffre and other young female employees whom he recruited from the president's Mar-a-Lago country club.
During a press briefing aboard Air Force One on his way back to Washington from Scotland, Trump was questioned about his earlier statements regarding his rift with Epstein due to Epstein recruiting staff from his organization. The president had mentioned the day before that he had expelled Epstein from his club "because he engaged in inappropriate behavior" – specifically, by "poaching employees who worked for me".
The Senate officially confirmed Emil Bove, formerly a senior justice department official and legal counsel for Donald Trump, to a permanent position on a federal appeals court on Tuesday. This confirmation came despite allegations from whistleblowers that Bove had supported disregarding court rulings.
The vote largely followed party lines, with 50 Republican senators supporting his confirmation to a position on the third circuit court of appeals, which oversees New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and the US Virgin Islands.
All Democratic senators opposed his nomination, joined by Republican senators Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski. Senator Bill Hagerty from Tennessee did not participate in the vote.
US and Chinese negotiators have reached a tentative agreement to postpone the deadline for increasing tariffs, pending Donald Trump's approval, following unsuccessful talks.
After two days of discussions in Stockholm, officials from both countries acknowledged the lack of resolution on various contentious issues but agreed to extend the existing truce set to expire on 12 August.
Beijing's chief trade negotiator, Li Chenggang, confirmed the extension of the truce established in mid-May.
The trade war between the US and China may see further talks following a recent pause. However, details regarding the timing and duration of this pause have not been specified.
Ghislaine Maxwell, a convicted sex trafficker and associate of Jeffrey Epstein, has expressed her willingness to testify before Congress under certain conditions, including being granted immunity. This request was made in a letter sent by her lawyer to the House oversight committee on Tuesday.
In an exclusive development, the Department of Justice has requested detailed personal information on non-citizens who have been included in the voter rolls of several large California counties. This unusual request coincides with the Trump administration's inquiry into voter registration issues.
Numerous states have been requested by the Department of Justice to provide extensive voter and election information.
In New Orleans, a municipal identification program has been introduced to issue ID cards to residents who face challenges in obtaining them otherwise. The initiative is particularly beneficial for migrant communities, especially in light of increased scrutiny on undocumented individuals by the current administration.
This program, known as Crescent City ID, was launched by the New Orleans municipal government with the aim of fostering inclusivity within the city.
In other news today:
- The Trump administration proposed rescinding a longstanding scientific determination that has been fundamental to U.S. actions.
A coalition of 20 state attorneys general filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s demand for their states to provide personal data of individuals enrolled in a federally funded food assistance program. They are concerned that the information could be used to facilitate mass deportations.
Employees and union leaders report that Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown is increasing pressure on US factories, as skilled foreign workers are being compelled to leave their positions.
Harvard University announced on Tuesday that it will comply with the requests of the Trump administration to submit employment forms for thousands of university staff.
but for the time being was not sharing records for those employed in roles only available to students.
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