09.02.2026 10:12
The claims that President Donald Trump's name appears in the Epstein files have raised political tensions in Washington. While phrases like "political earthquake" and "tension in the White House" are prominent in the corridors and media, one question is being discussed in the capital on Monday morning: Will the 25th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution come into play, and do the Epstein files trigger a "final days" debate for Trump?
US President Donald Trump has become a hot topic in the foreign press due to his name appearing in documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein. As discussions in Washington circles and media outlets revolve around "political earthquake," "tension in the White House," and speculation about the 25th Amendment, analyses in the foreign press are scrutinizing the implications of the incident on the political stage.
TRUMP'S NAME APPEARS HUNDREDS OF TIMES
The US Department of Justice has released millions of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein to the public. In this new set of files, Donald Trump's name appears hundreds of times; however, these mentions do not automatically prove any allegations. Among the information claimed to belong to Trump are tip-off emails sent to the FBI and some allegations; however, these statements have not yet turned into a legal investigation or accusation.
"THEY CONSPIRED AGAINST ME"
Trump responded strongly on social media in connection with the new files, claiming that Epstein and former writer Michael Wolff "conspired to politically harm him." Trump denied the allegations and argued that his relationship had ended in the past. This statement aligns with views suggesting that the files mentioning Trump's name are a political attack tool. Trump's supporters also express sentiments interpreting these developments as "the Democrats' strategy to weaken Trump."
DEBATE ON THE 25TH AMENDMENT HAS BEGUN
The debate on the 25th Amendment has also been opened by some commentators on social media. The 25th Amendment of the US Constitution comes into play if the president is unable to perform their duties and has been rarely discussed in history. These speculations are associated with Trump's frequent mention in the Epstein files. However, reports published in the foreign press provide no concrete evidence that this amendment is a realistic or imminent possibility; experts state that such claims are comments aimed at creating political panic.
TRUMP IS IN A VERY DIFFICULT POSITION
While discussions in Washington media and circles remain heated, the mention of his name in the documents has not legally put Trump in a difficult position. Trump had also signed the law that allowed the release of the files mentioning his name, and the impact of this on politics is still being analyzed.
WHAT DOES THE 25TH AMENDMENT REGULATE?
Section 1 – The President's resignation or death
If the president dies, resigns, or is removed from office, the vice president automatically becomes president.
Section 2 – If the vice presidency becomes vacant
If the vice presidency becomes vacant, the president nominates a new candidate; with the approval of the House of Representatives and the Senate, this person becomes vice president.
Section 3 – If the president temporarily relinquishes their duties
If the president voluntarily informs in writing that they are unable to perform their duties, the vice president temporarily assumes the powers.
(This section is generally used in health situations such as surgery.)
Section 4 – The most controversial part
If the president is unable to perform their duties but does not accept it: The vice president and the majority of the cabinet notify Congress in writing, and the vice president becomes "acting president." If the president objects, the process goes to Congress. If two-thirds of Congress decides that the president is unable to perform their duties, the transfer of authority continues.