Former Trump attorney Michael Cohen defends his ex-boss against Elon Musk’s Jeffrey Epstein allegations, contradicting his usual stance of criticism towards the president.
At a Glance
- Michael Cohen defended Donald Trump against Elon Musk’s allegations linking Trump to Jeffrey Epstein
- During an MSNBC interview, Cohen claimed to have “zero knowledge” of any relationship between Trump and Epstein
- Cohen investigated a Jane Doe case against Trump related to Epstein and found no evidence supporting the allegations
- Musk made the allegations in a social media post that he later deleted without issuing a retraction or apology
- Cohen’s defense is considered significant given his past testimony against Trump and their contentious relationship
Cohen’s Unexpected Defense
Michael Cohen, Donald Trump’s former personal attorney who became one of his most vocal critics, has taken an unexpected stance by defending the president against allegations connecting him to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. In a recent interview with MSNBC’s Ali Velshi, Cohen leveraged his 15-year association with Trump to counter assertions made by Tesla CEO Elon Musk that suggested Trump had ties to Epstein. Cohen’s defense stands out particularly because of his history of providing damaging testimony against Trump in various legal proceedings.
Cohen explicitly stated that while Trump and Epstein knew each other, as many prominent figures in New York’s social circles did, there was no deeper relationship between them. He emphasized that during his years working closely with Trump, he never observed any connection that would substantiate Musk’s allegations. Cohen’s firsthand knowledge of Trump’s associations and activities during this period gives significant weight to his statements, particularly given his willingness to criticize Trump on other matters.
Even Trump-Hater Michael Cohen Calls Elon Musk’s Epstein Allegations Against Trump “Complete Nonsense” https://t.co/xzKH168Q9H
— The Gateway Pundit (@gatewaypundit) June 7, 2025
Detailed Investigation Findings
During the interview, Cohen revealed he had previously investigated allegations linking Trump to Epstein when a lawsuit emerged from a “Jane Doe” accuser. His findings further support his defense of Trump against Musk’s claims. Cohen explained that when he attempted to verify the accuser’s identity, he discovered the address provided in the lawsuit was actually a vacant lot, not a residential building. His efforts to contact the lawyers representing Jane Doe yielded no substantive information, leading him to conclude the accusations lacked credibility.
Cohen provided further details about his investigation, stating, “I’m telling you, to the best of my knowledge and everything that I know, it’s not true. In fact, there was one case that came up—it was a Jane Doe vs. Donald Trump—that brought this topic into question. What I ultimately discovered is that the Jane Doe, and there was an address in the Bronx… I sent an investigator to that address. I wanted to literally follow and find out who this Jane Doe was. There’s not even a building there. It was a vacant lot.”
🚨 Michael Cohen slams Elon Musk’s Epstein claims as “nonsense” and “not true,” saying he has extensive knowledge of #Trump from 15 years by his side and can dispel all accusations.
He adds: “Once Elon went so low, our relationship was over.”#MichaelCohen #ElonMusk #Epstein pic.twitter.com/OlCRMMTfAa— Live Updates (@LiveupdatesUS) June 7, 2025
Musk’s Allegations and Aftermath
The controversy began when Elon Musk posted on social media alleging Trump was named in unreleased Epstein files. Musk subsequently deleted the post without issuing a retraction or apology. The timing of these allegations has raised questions about Musk’s motivations, especially considering his recent political maneuvers and changing relationship with Trump. Cohen dismissed any possibility of reconciliation between Musk and Trump, suggesting the Epstein allegations had created an irreparable rift.
Cohen’s willingness to defend Trump on this particular issue has generated significant online reactions, with many noting the credibility his statements carry precisely because of his adversarial relationship with the president. Political observers have suggested that Cohen’s defense effectively undermines Musk’s claims, as Cohen would have little incentive to protect Trump’s reputation given their well-documented falling out and Cohen’s subsequent legal troubles that he attributes to his association with Trump.
