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Journalist and author Michael Wolff has addressed the contents of newly released emails between himself and the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, which focus on former President Donald Trump. The correspondence was part of a larger, 26,000-page cache of documents obtained from Epstein's estate and released by Democrats on the House Oversight Committee. The emails show Wolff communicating with Epstein in a manner that some have criticized, offering what appears to be media strategy advice while also probing for information about Trump's relationship with Epstein.
In the exchanges, Wolff appears to be cultivating Epstein as a source, a practice he has since defended. Wolff acknowledged that the emails might be perceived as "embarrassing" but insisted his actions were a necessary journalistic method to stay close to a highly secretive and important subject. In a podcast discussion, he explained his approach by stating, “You get more with a little honey,” arguing that this was the only way to ensure continued access to gather information.
Wolff, who has authored several bestselling books chronicling the Trump administration, stated that his ultimate goal was to better understand Donald Trump's character through his connection to Epstein. The documents released by House Democrats have raised fresh questions about the extent of Trump's knowledge regarding Epstein's activities. In his response to the email release, Wolff defended his correspondence as a journalistic tactic aimed at pursuing a vital story. The revelations have sparked a broader conversation about the ethical lines journalists must navigate when dealing with controversial or criminal sources and the methods employed to uncover information about powerful public figures.
