Trump calls Epstein question ‘a desecration' as backlash builds
He expressed disbelief that the topic was still being discussed, highlighting more current events such as those in Texas and the Ukraine war.
Trump interrupted Attorney General Pam Bondi to voice his frustration, questioning why the "creep" was still a subject of conversation.
This incident occurred as criticism mounted and the Department of Justice confirmed there was no "client list" related to Epstein.
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