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Epstein-era materials

The release and discussion of materials related to Epstein, including a 'birthday book' and allegations against Donald Trump

Fact-Checks

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Jan 21, 2026

How many times does Trump’s name show in the Epstein files?

The newly released document batches contain numerous references to , but sources disagree on a single definitive tally: mainstream newspapers and outlets describe “hundreds” of mentions while at least...

Jan 7, 2026

How do social media platforms handle the spread of Trump pedophile conspiracy theories?

Social media platforms respond to Trump-related pedophile conspiracy theories through a mix of takedowns, labeling, algorithmic demotion, and toleration—actions shaped by platform policies, political ...

Jan 6, 2026

What fact-checking or journalistic investigations have examined the provenance of the circulating Katie Johnson video/transcript?

Multiple journalistic and fact‑checking inquiries have probed the provenance of the widely circulated “Katie Johnson” video/transcript, finding a mix of primary archival material, promotional activity...

Jan 5, 2026

Have any news organizations retracted or corrected reporting based on unverified material from the Epstein files, and what were the corrections?

Public reporting reviewed here shows no clear evidence that major news organizations issued formal retractions of published stories that relied on unverified material from the newly released Epstein f...

Jan 5, 2026

What limits do DOJ redactions impose on public reconciliation of Epstein-related flight and contact records?

The Justice Department’s redactions on the newly released Epstein files have materially constrained the public’s ability to reconcile flight logs, contact books and other records because names, images...