MIAMI, United States (EFE).— Donald Trump’s campaign denied a complaint from a former model who claims that in 1993 she was the victim of groping by the former president and Republican candidate for re-election, in his penthouse in New York, after that Jeffrey Epstein, the late financier and convicted sex offender, introduced her to her.
Stacey Williams, who was a model in the 1990s, made the complaint in a talk this week with “Survivors for Kamala” (Harris), a group made up of about 200 female survivors of sexual violence that supports the Democratic candidate.
According to “The Guardian,” Stacy alleged that Trump, then a real estate mogul, touched her body while he smiled at Epstein, who then “berated” her.
Stacey Williams, now 56, said Epstein asked her after the alleged incident why she “let (Trump) do that,” which made her feel like “a piece of meat.”
The former president’s campaign denied the allegations of sexual misconduct against him and said that Stacy used to be an activist for former President Barack Obama, according to the publication “Variety.”
“These accusations made by a former Barack Obama activist and announced in a (Kamala) Harris campaign call two weeks before the election are unequivocally false. “It is obvious that this false story was made up by the Harris campaign,” said Trump press secretary Karoline Leavitt.
The former model claims the groping occurred in the late winter or early spring of 1993, when Epstein suggested during a walk that he and Stacy visit Trump at Trump Tower. After greeting her, she claims that Trump pulled her towards him and began touching her private parts, something that left her paralyzed and “deeply confused.”
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**Interview Segment: A Discussion on Donald Trump’s FEC Complaint Against The Washington Post**
**Host**: Welcome to today’s segment. We have a special guest with us, political analyst Dr. Emily Jacobs, to discuss the recent developments regarding Donald Trump’s campaign filing a complaint against The Washington Post. Dr. Jacobs, thanks for joining us.
**Dr. Jacobs**: Thank you for having me. It’s a pleasure to be here.
**Host**: So, Dr. Jacobs, can you give us a quick overview of the complaint filed by Trump’s campaign against The Washington Post?
**Dr. Jacobs**: Certainly. The Trump campaign has lodged a complaint with the Federal Election Commission alleging that The Washington Post engaged in improper advertising practices. They claim that the newspaper conspired with Kamala Harris’s team, suggesting that the coverage was biased and misleading in favor of the Democratic campaign.
**Host**: The Washington Post has responded, calling the allegations “improper” and “without merit.” What do you think is their strategy in pushing back against these claims?
**Dr. Jacobs**: Their response signals a strong defense of their journalistic integrity. By labeling the complaint as without merit, they are not only protecting their reputation but also signaling to their audience that they stand by their reporting. This can bolster their credibility, especially among readers who might be skeptical of partisan claims.
**Host**: What implications could this complaint have for both the Trump campaign and The Washington Post moving forward?
**Dr. Jacobs**: For Trump’s campaign, this could be an attempt to galvanize support among his base by portraying the media as biased against him. However, if the complaint fails to gain traction, it may backfire and reinforce narratives about his propensity to challenge media outlets. For The Washington Post, this could result in increased scrutiny of their editorial choices, but also a chance to emphasize their commitment to independent journalism.
**Host**: In terms of broader media dynamics, how do you see this incident fitting into the ongoing discourse about media and politics?
**Dr. Jacobs**: This incident highlights a significant tension between media and politics in today’s landscape. It underscores how political entities can leverage complaints and accusations to frame narratives. It also raises questions about media bias and accountability, which are increasingly pivotal in electoral politics.
**Host**: Thank you, Dr. Jacobs, for your insights on this developing story. We’ll certainly keep an eye on how this unfolds.
**Dr. Jacobs**: Thank you for having me. It’s an important discussion to have as we head into the elections.
**Host**: And that wraps up our segment for today. Stay tuned for more updates on this story and other news.