Melanie Spinella
PersonRelationship Network
Event Timeline
| Connected Entity | Relationship Type |
Strength
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Documents | Actions |
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person
Jeffrey Epstein
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Business associate |
10
Very Strong
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6 | |
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person
jeffrey E.
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Correspondent |
10
Very Strong
|
5 | |
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person
jeffrey E.
|
Business associate |
10
Very Strong
|
3 | |
|
person
Jeffrey Epstein
|
Employee |
10
Very Strong
|
7 | |
|
person
jeffrey E.
|
Unknown |
8
Strong
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2 | |
|
person
jeffrey E.
|
Employee |
7
|
1 | |
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person
Leon
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Employee |
7
|
3 | |
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person
Jeffrey Epstein
|
Friend |
6
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2 | |
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person
sender
|
Client |
6
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2 | |
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person
jeffrey E.
|
Professional |
6
|
1 | |
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person
Jeffrey Epstein
|
Financial |
6
|
2 | |
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person
Jeffrey Epstein
|
Corresponded |
6
|
1 | |
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person
Jeffrey E. Epstein (JEE)
|
Business associate |
6
|
1 | |
|
person
jeffrey E.
|
Corresponded |
6
|
1 | |
|
person
sender
|
Business associate |
6
|
2 | |
|
person
Leon
|
Professional |
6
|
2 | |
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person
Leon Black
|
Employee |
6
|
2 | |
|
person
Jeffrey Epstein
|
Correspondents |
5
|
1 | |
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person
Jeffrey E. (Epstein)
|
Professional |
5
|
1 | |
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person
jeffrey E.
|
Professional correspondence |
5
|
1 | |
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person
JEFFREY E. EPSTEIN
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Correspondent |
5
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1 | |
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person
Jeffrey E. (Epstein)
|
Business associate |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Jeffrey Epstein
|
Correspondent |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Leon
|
Principal staff |
5
|
1 | |
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person
sender
|
Professional |
5
|
1 |
| Date | Event Type | Description | Location | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | N/A | Epstein presented an email with his 'thoughts on the overall redo' to Melanie Spinella and 'brad'... | unknown | View |
| N/A | N/A | Melanie told the sender that by protecting from 'crazy joslin', she had fired him, but he receive... | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Brad ran Melanie's office with John and Joe. | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Interview of Brad by Melanie Spinella. | N/A | View |
| 2025-01-01 | N/A | Melanie told the sender Joshn Castrucci was gone, but he is still there. | N/A | View |
| 2018-01-03 | N/A | Jeffrey E. emailed Melanie Spinella a link to a New York Magazine article about Michael Wolff's b... | via email | View |
| 2018-01-03 | N/A | Email exchange between Jeffrey Epstein and Melanie Spinella regarding news articles about Michael... | N/A | View |
| 2018-01-03 | N/A | Jeffrey Epstein and Melanie Spinella exchanged emails regarding printing news articles about Mich... | via email | View |
| 2018-01-03 | N/A | Jeffrey E. sent an email to Melanie Spinella containing a link to a news article about Michael Wo... | N/A | View |
| 2018-01-03 | N/A | Jeffrey E. sent an email to Melanie Spinella containing a link to a news article about Michael Wo... | N/A | View |
| 2017-11-09 | N/A | Jeffrey E. sent an email to Melanie Spinella. The email's content was a link to a Guardian news a... | N/A (Electronic communication) | View |
| 2017-10-02 | N/A | Email discussion about the financial and operational management of Jeffrey Epstein's plane, focus... | via email | View |
| 2016-11-29 | N/A | A potential meeting to discuss 'Giacometti, and pesner' is proposed by Epstein. | unknown | View |
| 2016-11-29 | N/A | A proposed discussion about 'Giacometti, and pesner'. | Not specified | View |
| 2016-11-09 | N/A | Proposed meeting to discuss tax strategies, staffing, and payment for work. | N/A | View |
| 2016-02-04 | N/A | Meeting cut short by Josh's arrival | Unknown | View |
| 2016-01-01 | N/A | Epstein expresses his decision to stop interviewing, recommending, or vetting new hires and disav... | unknown | View |
| 2015-11-30 | N/A | All hands meeting with family | Unspecified | View |
| 2015-11-04 | N/A | Meeting between Sender and Melanie Spinella | Unknown | View |
| 2015-10-26 | N/A | Jeffrey E. sends a draft email outlining a financial strategy to sell 'phaidon and art space' to ... | N/A | View |
| 2015-10-26 | N/A | Jeffrey Epstein drafted and circulated an email outlining a financial strategy to generate a sign... | N/A | View |
| 2015-10-26 | N/A | An email was sent outlining a draft financial plan to realize a significant tax loss through the ... | N/A | View |
| 2015-09-21 | N/A | Agenda proposed for 5 pm meeting | Unknown | View |
| 2015-05-11 | N/A | Discussion regarding Picasso agreement changes and art partnership funding. | office | View |
| 2015-05-01 | N/A | Discussion regarding staffing, COO search, and compensation. | Email correspondence | View |
EFTA00002012.pdf
This document is page 1 of a Bank of America/U.S. Trust account statement for Leon D. Black and Debra Black for the period of January 1, 2011, to January 31, 2011. It reveals significant financial activity within a single month, including over $20.7 million in deposits and over $23 million in withdrawals (checks and other subtractions), leaving an ending balance of approximately $848,000. Melanie Spinella is listed as holding Power of Attorney (POA) on the account.
EFTA00001911.pdf
Financial check register covering November 2011 to January 2012. The document lists significant expenditures for property maintenance (Field House, Bedford, 760 Park, SH), legal fees (McDermott Will & Emery), and political contributions (Stabenow, Hatch, Carper). Notable transactions include two $25,000 cash withdrawals marked 'LDB', a $25,000 gift to Melanie Spinella, and a $15,000 donation to Tibetan Mastiff Rescue.
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An email thread from October 2017 between Jeffrey Epstein (using alias Jeffrey E.) and Barry J. Cohen regarding private aircraft management. The discussion covers switching management companies from Jet Aviation to EJM, the status of a Gulfstream V (GV) inspection, potential renovations, and tax depreciation strategies in light of rules proposed under the Trump administration. Epstein specifically inquires about the sale of 'the 5' (GV aircraft).
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An email exchange from October 2017 where Barry J. Cohen asks Jeffrey Epstein for his opinion on switching aircraft management from Jet Aviation to EJM. Epstein responds by querying depreciation rules and asking about the status of renovations and the sale of an asset referred to as 'the 5'. The document includes standard confidentiality disclaimers for 'JEE' and a House Oversight Bates stamp.
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An email chain from October 2, 2017, between Jeffrey Epstein (using alias jeevacation) and Barry J. Cohen regarding the management of a Gulfstream V ('GV') aircraft. Topics include tax depreciation strategies in light of proposed Trump administration rules, the 'preponderance' of foreign travel preventing accelerated depreciation, renovations (internet, cushions, divans), and the potential sale of the aircraft. The discussion also contrasts management via 'Jet' versus 'EJM' (Executive Jet Management).
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This email chain from October 2, 2017, involves Barry J. Cohen and Jeffrey Epstein (using the alias Jeffrey E.) discussing the management of a Gulfstream V (GV) aircraft. Key topics include potentially switching management companies from Jet Aviation to EJM, the tax implications of 'foreign travel preponderance' on depreciation schedules (specifically referencing new rules under the Trump administration), and the potential sale or renovation of the aircraft.
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This document is an email chain from October 2017 between Jeffrey Epstein (using the email jeevacation@gmail.com) and Barry J. Cohen regarding the management of Epstein's aircraft. They discuss switching management companies from Jet Aviation to EJM, the status of a Gulfstream V ('GV') inspection, and the tax implications of depreciation, specifically referencing 'foreign travel preponderance' and new rules under the Trump administration. Epstein also inquires about renovations and the potential sale of 'the 5' (likely the Gulfstream V).
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This document contains a series of emails from late 2015 and mid-2016, likely written by Jeffrey Epstein to his financial and legal team (Brad Wechsler, Melanie Spinella). The content focuses on high-level financial maneuvering involving 'Leon' (likely Leon Black), including restructuring Phaidon/Art Space to harvest nearly $100 million in tax losses, managing aircraft loans where Leon is a guarantor, and setting up new trusts. It also includes construction updates for Little St. James (LSJ) and Great St. James (GSJ), and a directive to fire multiple associates while retaining 'Heather'.
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This document is a chain of emails from October 2015, likely written by Jeffrey Epstein to Melanie Spinella (assistant to Leon Black). The sender aggressively critiques the recipient's family office ('Elysium'), suggesting a 'heart operation' to restart it from scratch due to incompetence, poor IT, and financial mismanagement. The text details specific financial disputes, including a $2 million payment to the sender and a $5 million foundation contribution, while discussing assets like Apollo stock, Phaidon publishing, a private plane (partially owned by 'Debra'), and various staff members.
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This document contains a series of emails, likely drafted by Jeffrey Epstein, discussing high-value financial and tax services provided to 'Leon' (likely Leon Black). The text details a fee dispute where Epstein proposes a $120 million package for three years of work, while rejecting a $10 million counter-offer. The content outlines extensive restructuring of family offices, trusts (specifically a 'Gigi trust' to avoid gift tax), staffing changes (firing several individuals), and asset management involving Phaidon and Artspace.
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This document contains an email thread and associated notes regarding the management of complex business and personal affairs, likely for a high-net-worth individual. The text outlines significant organizational disarray, including the lack of an accounting system, staffing issues (hiring/firing), and coordination problems with outside counsel (Paul Weiss, etc.). Specific tasks mentioned include plane and boat expenses, art sales (Picasso), tax audits, and a fee dispute between the sender and Melanie Spinella regarding 'after care' work.
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This document contains a series of notes and emails discussing the disorganized state of financial, legal, and asset management for an entity or individual, likely Jeffrey Epstein. It details a chaotic review of investments, taxes, and expenses, criticizes current legal strategies and invoicing, and recounts a history of poor oversight by previous staff members. The text lists numerous law firms, accounting tasks, and specific assets like planes, boats, and art requiring attention.
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This document is an email draft or memo titled 'Ulysses 2.0' sent to Melanie Spinella on May 29, 2015. It outlines a chaotic state of financial affairs, citing a lack of oversight, antiquated IT systems, and over 100 uncoordinated bank accounts involving major banks like JPM, DB, and GS. The text details staffing issues, the need for new accountants, and strategic planning for assets including art (Picasso, Calder), planes, boats, and the Phaidon publishing house.
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This document contains a series of emails from 2014 and 2015 outlining high-level financial, legal, and operational tasks for Jeffrey Epstein's network. Key topics include funding a $100m art partnership involving 'Leon' (likely Leon Black), managing accounting with Apollo and Phaidon, handling tax compliance (FBAR, FATCA), and managing assets like planes and boats. The emails also reference 'fire drill books' for injury or death scenarios and discuss significant bills and staffing issues.
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This document contains an email chain from May 1, 2015. The bottom email involves Jeffrey Epstein and Brad Wechsler being advised on the legal structure of a 'Picasso agreement' with Gagosian, specifically regarding liability if the purchase agreement is assigned to family trusts ('APO1', 'APO2') or 'the Black kids' (referring to Leon Black's family). The top section contains a text (likely drafted by Epstein to Leon Black) negotiating compensation; Epstein compares himself to 'Josh and Mark' (likely Apollo executives), mentions their actions generating $100 million, and proposes a 33% fee for himself, emphasizing a desire for a 'partnership structure'.
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A series of emails from 2015, likely from Ghislaine Maxwell to an assistant (Melanie Spinella) or Jeffrey Epstein via proxy. The sender expresses extreme frustration over financial mismanagement, specifically citing $190 million in unused cash, incompetence of staff named Brad and Ada, and a lack of oversight by 'Leon' (likely Leon Black). The sender demands compensation for their role as a 'financial partner,' suggests tapping Apollo resources, and complains about the state of household operations, including the boat and plane.
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This document contains a series of emails from April 2015, likely sent by Jeffrey Epstein to Melanie Spinella, detailing aggressive restructuring of his financial office and estate. The sender criticizes an administrator named 'Brad,' discusses the disposition of major assets including Phaidon, a boat, and a plane, and claims to have uncovered $8 million in missed deductions. The text also references high-profile associates like 'Mort' (likely Zuckerman) and 'Sultan,' while demanding strict control over banking and legal matters involving firms like Paul Weiss.
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This document is an email dated March 31, 2015, sent to Melanie Spinella, containing a detailed memo written by Jeffrey Epstein intended for Leon Black. The text outlines a timeline of their professional relationship from November 2013 to April 2015, detailing Epstein's advice on restructuring Black's family office, firing specific staff members (Tom, Eileen, Ralph), and setting up accounts with Goldman Sachs and Deutsche Bank. The memo reveals significant tension regarding fees ('Leon not wanting to pay more money') and Epstein's frustration with Black's refusal to follow his staffing recommendations.
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This document contains a series of emails from 2014 and 2015, likely from Jeffrey Epstein to Melanie Spinella, discussing complex financial arrangements, disputes over payments (referencing millions), and business logistics. The sender asserts a mentorship role ('my best student'), outlines flight details to White Plains, and lists tasks for establishing a financial office, while mentioning entities like Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, and Phaidon.
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This document is a printed email from Jeffrey Epstein to Leon Black (sent via Melanie Spinella) dated February 24, 2015. Epstein characterizes Black's family estate as a '$6 billion corp' with massive income but disorganized management, referring to the staff as 'children' needing a 'daddy.' Epstein proposes structural changes, references past warnings from 2014 regarding personnel, and suggests installing Larry Delson to manage the family office while asserting his own indispensable role in managing Black's complex financial affairs.
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This document is a chain of emails primarily featuring a harsh critique written by Jeffrey Epstein (via 'jeevacation') to 'Leon' (likely Leon Black) regarding the mismanagement of his $6 billion family office. Epstein criticizes the low overhead, lack of oversight, and unqualified staff ('children with good intentions'), asserting the office 'needs a daddy.' The thread also includes a 2016 email from Alan Halperin to Epstein regarding a valuation discount from Empire Valuation.
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This document is a highly aggressive correspondence (likely from Jeffrey Epstein to Leon Black) appearing to be a printed email or draft. The sender critiques the recipient's family office management, referring to it as a 'bomb of colored string' created by 'retarded children,' and demands a fee of $40 million per year to fix the estate, tax, and organizational issues. The text outlines specific staffing changes (firing John, retaining Joslin/Tom temporarily), asset sales (Artspace, Regan Arts), and strict payment terms involving upfront millions.
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This document contains two emails forwarded to Melanie Spinella in 2016, likely written by Jeffrey Epstein to Leon Black. The emails detail extensive family office restructuring, including the firing of staff (Ada, Eva, Joslin Castrucci), criticism of Brad Wechsler's management, and tax planning strategies involving trusts and foreign funds. The sender specifically mentions that 'Donald' (likely Trump, post-election) might render a foreign funds repatriation plan obsolete.
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This document contains an email chain from March and April 2016, likely from Jeffrey Epstein to Melanie Spinella (executive assistant to Leon Black). The sender aggressively negotiates a fee of $40 million (or $30 million lump sum) for advisory services regarding family office restructuring, estate planning, and Apollo agreements. The sender suggests alternative 'in-kind' payments including Miami real estate, art, or financing for a new plane, while also advising the recipient to fire specific employees (Castrucci, Joslin) and criticizing legal counsel.
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This document contains a series of email excerpts involving Jeffrey Epstein, Melanie Spinella, and an unidentified sender (likely Leon Black). The correspondence focuses on high-value financial management, including a transaction alleged to have saved $600 million in taxes, the creation of trusts, and art partnerships involving 'Gagosian'. The emails reveal tension regarding fee payments, the structure of financial agreements, and the management of bank accounts, with Epstein advising on 'removal of trustees' and banking at Deutsche and Goldman Sachs.
| Date | Type | From | To | Amount | Description | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-01-01 | Paid | Melanie Spinella | sender | $20.00 | Disputed payment amount. Sender says 'I shook o... | View |
| 2015-04-22 | Paid | Melanie Spinella | sender | $0.00 | Dispute over payment for a 'third year' of enga... | View |
| 2011-12-19 | Received | Unknown | Melanie Spinella | $25,000.00 | Gift | View |
None
Message to Leon regarding unresolved 'family office' situations, unfinished business (JPM, Phaidon, boat expenses), and staff issues (Joslin, Eileen).
N/A
Outlining a proposal for payments (50/25), charity recommendations (15), and a schedule for payments ($40, $30, $10).
None
Complaint to Leon about family office incompetence, mention of Deloitte/PWC/BDO, request for 15 min meeting.
N/A
Extensive critique of family office, demand for fees, and tax advice.
Unknown
Draft letter/memo regarding financial management terms and criticism of staff, followed by a note to Leon regarding an IRS response.
Unknown
Follow up on meeting with Joslin and Joe; comments on Leon replacing Eillenn.
No Subject
The email contains no body text, only a URL: http://nymag.com/daily/intelligencer/2018/01/michael-wolff-fire-and-fury-book-donald-trump.html. The URL links to a New York Magazine article about Michael Wolff's book 'Fire and Fury' concerning Donald Trump. A standard confidentiality disclaimer is included below the link.
[External]
An email containing a URL to a New York Magazine article about Michael Wolff's 'Fire and Fury' book concerning Donald Trump. URL: http://nymag.com/daily/intelligencer/2018/01/michael-wolff-fire-and-fury-book-donald-trump.html
No Subject
A reply stating 'We cannot print it since we don't subscribe', referring to the article sent in the previous email.
[External]
An email containing only a link to a New York Magazine article: http://nymag.com/daily/intelligencer/2018/01/michael-wolff-fire-and-fury-book-donald-trump.html
Re: [External]
A reply stating, 'We cannot print it since we don't subscribe'.
Re: [External]
A follow-up email containing a link to a Washington Post article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/the-fix/wp/2018/01/03/new-trump-book-bannons-treasonous-claim-ivankas-presidential-ambitions-and-melanias-first-lady-concerns/?utm_term=.17d17352b1a4
Re: [External]
A reply containing a different URL to a Washington Post article on the same topic, likely as an alternative to the one requiring a subscription. URL: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/the-fix/wp/2018/01/03/new-trump-book-bannons-treasonous-claim-ivankas-presidential-ambitions-and-melanias-first-lady-concerns/?utm_term=.17d17352b1a4
[External]
An email containing only a link to a New York Magazine article: http://nymag.com/daily/intelligencer/2018/01/michael-wolff-fire-and-fury-book-donald-trump.html
Re: [External]
A reply stating, 'We cannot print it since we don't subscribe'.
Re: [External]
A follow-up email containing a link to a Washington Post article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/the-fix/wp/2018/01/03/new-trump-book-bannons-treasonous-claim-ivankas-presidential-ambitions-and-melanias-first-lady-concerns/?utm_term=.17d17352b1a4
No Subject
The email contains a single URL: http://nymag.com/daily/intelligencer/2018/01/michael-wolff-fire-and-fury-book-donald-trump.html, which links to a New York Magazine article about Michael Wolff's book 'Fire and Fury'. The email also contains a lengthy legal disclaimer.
No Subject
The email contains no body text, only a URL: http://nymag.com/daily/intelligencer/2018/01/michael-wolff-fire-and-fury-book-donald-trump.html. The URL links to a New York Magazine article about Michael Wolff's book 'Fire and Fury' concerning Donald Trump. A standard confidentiality disclaimer is included below the link.
[External]
Sent a URL: http://nymag.com/daily/intelligencer/2018/01/michael-wolff-fire-and-fury-book-donald-trump.html, implicitly requesting access to or a printout of the article.
RE: [External]
Replied with the message 'We cannot print it since we don't subscribe'. The importance was set to High.
[External]
Sent a URL: http://nymag.com/daily/intelligencer/2018/01/michael-wolff-fire-and-fury-book-donald-trump.html, implicitly requesting access to or a printout of the article.
RE: [External]
Replied with the message 'We cannot print it since we don't subscribe'. The importance was set to High.
[External]
Sent a URL: http://nymag.com/daily/intelligencer/2018/01/michael-wolff-fire-and-fury-book-donald-trump.html, implicitly requesting access to or a printout of the article.
RE: [External]
Replied with the message 'We cannot print it since we don't subscribe'. The importance was set to High.
No Subject
The email body contains only a hyperlink to a Guardian news article: https://www.theguardian.com/news/2017/nov/09/donald-trump-robert-kraft-owner-offshore-firm-new-england-patriots-paradise-papers
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