Thomas Barrack, President Trump’s former confidant and U.S. ambassador to Turkey, maintained close contact with Jeffrey Epstein for years following Epstein’s 2008 conviction. Despite Barrack’s prominent role in Trump’s 2016 campaign and later advisory positions, there is no evidence he facilitated any criminal conduct by Epstein. Their communications included social interactions, business discussions, and suggestions to use encrypted messaging. Barrack, who faced scrutiny during the Mueller investigation but was acquitted, continued to engage with Epstein despite the latter’s criminal history.
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