I remember you! Jessica Leeds accuses Donald Trump of assault on 1970s flight

New Delhi: Jessica Leeds, a woman who claims former President Donald Trump sexually assaulted her during the late 1970s, has detailed her experience in the wake of recent comments Trump made about women who have accused him of abuse. Leeds alleges that Trump groped her, attempted to kiss her, and ran his hand up her skirt while they were seated next to each other on a flight.

Reflection on Trump's character

Leeds reported that Trump, who was engaged in self-promotion during the flight, subsequently mocked and harassed her when they crossed paths again. She recounted Trump’s derogatory remarks, including, "I remember you," followed by an offensive comment. In response to these claims, Trump has adamantly denied the allegations, stating he has "no idea" who Leeds is and suggesting that the incident could not have occurred due to the impracticality of the situation.

“He assaulted me 50 years ago, and he continues to attack me today,”

Jessica Leeds, who has long claimed Donald Trump groped her on an airplane in the 1970s, responded today to Trump’s remarks about her that “she would not have been the chosen one”

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— Republicans against Trump (@RpsAgainstTrump) September 10, 2024

Following Trump’s recent statements, Leeds and her legal team are exploring various legal options. She criticized Trump for lacking respect for women and voiced her belief that he should not be reelected as president. Leeds described Trump’s comments as "bizarre" and stated that his behavior reflects poorly on his character.

Legal context

During a recent press conference, former President Donald Trump rejected the sexual assault allegations made by Jessica Leeds, describing them as a strategic attack aimed at sabotaging his political future. Trump argued that the allegations are part of a deliberate attempt to undermine his chances of securing the presidency once again. He characterized the accusations as a "disgraceful" maneuver and suggested they were orchestrated to distract voters and sway public opinion.

Trump contended that the timing of the allegations and their intensity are designed to influence his campaign negatively. He asserted that the allegations are not genuine but rather a manifestation of opposition tactics intended to disrupt his campaign. By labeling the case as a "political ploy," Trump implies that his opponents are using legal and media channels to create a smear campaign against him.