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Beatrice Keul alleges Trump raped her at the Plaza Hotel in 1993, according to a new Democratic congressional report. The White House denies the allegation, and her account remains independently unverified.
House Judiciary Democrats want an independent special counsel to examine alleged Trump–Epstein ties. The White House denies wrongdoing, while DOJ disputes the report.
The Epstein files law requires broad disclosure while protecting victims. This explainer examines DOJ’s releases, ongoing oversight and why publishing records does not automatically remove a president.
