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Fact Check: The craziest part about Trump trying to make the Washington NFL team change their name is that he f***ed chi*dren that Epstein held prisoner on an island, and he really wants to stop us from talking about it.

Fact Check: The craziest part about Trump trying to make the Washington NFL team change their name is that he f***ed chi*dren that Epstein held prisoner on an island, and he really wants to stop us from talking about it.

Published July 31, 2025
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# Fact-Check: Trump's Comments on the Washington NFL Team Name and Epstein ## What We Know The claim in question suggests a connection between forme...

Fact-Check: Trump's Comments on the Washington NFL Team Name and Epstein

What We Know

The claim in question suggests a connection between former President Donald Trump's demand for the Washington NFL team to revert to its former name, the "Redskins," and allegations regarding his past interactions with Jeffrey Epstein. According to AP News, Trump threatened to block a new stadium deal unless the team changed its name back, despite extensive research indicating that Native American mascots have negative mental health impacts, particularly on children. The American Psychological Association has recommended the retirement of such mascots since 2001 due to these harmful effects (NBC Washington).

Critics argue that Trump's demand is a distraction from ongoing scrutiny related to his past relationship with Epstein. Reports from The New York Times and ABC News suggest that Trump's comments about the team name are an attempt to shift public attention away from the Epstein controversy. Furthermore, The Washington Post highlights that Trump's actions often serve as a means to divert attention when he faces political challenges.

Analysis

The evidence surrounding Trump's comments about the Washington NFL team name is well-documented. His demand to revert to the "Redskins" name is not only controversial but also widely criticized by experts who emphasize the psychological harm associated with such mascots (NBC Washington). The claim that Trump is using this issue as a distraction from the Epstein allegations is supported by multiple sources, including ABC News and The Washington Post, which note that this pattern of behavior is typical for Trump when he faces scrutiny.

However, the assertion that Trump "f**ed chidren that Epstein held prisoner on an island" is unfounded and lacks credible evidence. While Trump and Epstein were known to have a social relationship in the past, there is no verified information or legal evidence linking Trump to any criminal activities involving Epstein's alleged victims. The sensational nature of this claim raises questions about its reliability and the motivations behind its propagation.

The sources used in this analysis vary in credibility. Established news organizations like AP News and NBC Washington provide factual reporting based on expert opinions and documented events. In contrast, more opinion-based sources like The Washington Post and ABC News offer interpretations of Trump's behavior, which may introduce bias but still rely on factual premises.

Conclusion

The claim that Trump is attempting to distract from serious allegations regarding Epstein by demanding a name change for the Washington NFL team is partly true in that it reflects a pattern of behavior. However, the more extreme assertion linking Trump directly to criminal actions involving Epstein's victims is False. There is no credible evidence to support such serious allegations against Trump, and the focus on the team name change appears to be a political maneuver rather than a reflection of guilt regarding Epstein.

Sources

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  3. Sleight of Trump: Forget Epstein! Get rid of 'Commanders'!
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