Trump Associates Spotlighted on 'Epstein Walk of Shame' Exhibit in D.C.
In a striking exhibition near the White House, several associates of Donald Trump have been prominently featured on the “Jeffrey Epstein Walk of Shame.” This pop-up installation in Farragut Square draws attention to the connections between notable figures and the late convicted sex offender.
Emily Hung from MS NOW highlighted the display, which resembles a Hollywood Walk of Fame but uses stickers on the sidewalk instead. Each sticker includes a QR code that directs viewers to articles detailing the individual’s ties to Epstein or to documents from the Justice Department’s extensive files on him.
The origins of the “Walk of Shame” remain a mystery, with no clear indication of who organized it. Among those named in the display are Epstein’s accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell, billionaire Trump supporter Dan Snyder, former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers, and ex-Victoria's Secret CEO Les Wexner, as captured in photographs by Brendan Smialowski.
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, who maintained a relationship with Epstein even after his 2008 conviction for sex trafficking minors, is also included. Lutnick confirmed last month that he had lunch with Epstein in 2012 but insisted he had minimal involvement with him otherwise.
Notable figures like Steve Bannon and Elon Musk also appear on the “Walk of Shame.” Musk’s star was reportedly vandalized over the weekend, as shared by D.C. freelance photographer Andrew Leyden on social media.
Musk previously stirred controversy by revealing that Trump was mentioned in Epstein's files during a tumultuous period in their relationship last year. He had reached out to Epstein one Christmas for a more festive gathering rather than a tranquil retreat, according to DOJ documents. However, Musk has since denied attending any of Epstein's parties.
Other prominent names linked to Epstein in the DOJ files include Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, and ex-President Bill Clinton. Clinton recently asserted in a deposition that he was unaware of Epstein's criminal activities.
This display follows the earlier appearance of a faux-bronze statue depicting Epstein and Trump together, which sparked significant public interest when it was installed on the National Mall last September. Although Trump has been photographed with Epstein and socialized with him, he has consistently denied any wrongdoing and has not been implicated in Epstein's crimes.
The controversial statue, which had received permits for an extended display, was removed by U.S. Park Police shortly after its debut but was later reinstalled in Washington during October and November.
