As President Donald Trump continues efforts to distance himself from the lingering Jeffrey Epstein scandal, a resurfaced account from artist Maria Farmer is once again placing him near the center of the controversy. In a recent interview with The New York Times, Farmer—who worked for Epstein between 1995 and 1996—shared details of her interactions with both Epstein and Trump, recounting specific incidents that highlight a troubling intersection between the two powerful men and Epstein’s alleged exploitation of young women.
Farmer told the Times that during her time in Epstein’s orbit, she reported disturbing behavior to both the New York Police Department and the FBI. Among the incidents she recalled was one particularly unsettling encounter at Epstein’s luxury Manhattan property.
According to Farmer, Trump “hovered” around her and “stared at her bare legs” during a visit. She said that Epstein eventually entered the room and quickly told Trump, “No, no. She’s not here for you.” The Times reviewed several documents, including at least one note from an NYPD investigator who advised Farmer to contact the FBI.
While these records substantiate some of her claims, the majority remain heavily redacted, and notably, “do not mention Mr. Trump,” according to the report. Still, Farmer emphasized that Trump was part of a broader pattern—Epstein’s pursuit of young women while maintaining high-level relationships with influential figures such as Trump and former President Bill Clinton.
“It is unclear whether federal investigators pursued a deeper examination of Mr. Trump’s relationship with Mr. Epstein or whether the authorities documented what Ms. Farmer said she told them about Mr. Trump,” The New York Times reported. Trump has not been charged in connection with the Epstein case and has consistently denied any wrongdoing.
In recent months, he has taken legal action against several media outlets—including CBS and The Wall Street Journal—for reporting on his connections to Epstein. As Trump attempts to shield his presidential campaign from the resurfacing scandal, Farmer’s testimony adds a renewed layer of scrutiny to the ongoing public and legal discourse surrounding Epstein’s network.
Though the official documents remain largely sealed or redacted, Farmer’s personal account may add further pressure on investigators and the media to revisit unresolved questions about Epstein’s ties to some of the most powerful men in the world, including a former president.