Documents tagged "Russian"
Found 58 documents with this tag
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031684.txt
This email discusses the provenance of Salvator Mundi, a painting by Leonardo da Vinci that is the last known in private hands. In 2013, Russian billionaire Dmitry Rybolovlev purchased the painting for $127 million through his art dealer, Swiss businessman Yves Bouvier. Before Bouvier, the painting was owned by New York City-based gallerist Robert Simon, who found it at an estate auction in New Orleans in 2005 and paid just $10,000 for it. The email also mentions a conversation about Donald Trump overruling Congress on Yemen and the relationship between Rybolovlev and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS).
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031683.txt
The document appears to be an email conversation between J (jeevacation@gmail.com) and Michael Wolff regarding the possible involvement of MBS (Mohammad bin Salman, crown prince of Saudi Arabia) in a real estate transaction involving a Russian individual who sold him a painting for $450 million when it was only worth $1.5 million. The email also mentions that J's information may be confidential or attorney-client privileged and is intended only for the addressee.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031682.txt
During the campaign and transition, a diverse group of people with various connections to Russia or pro-Russian Ukrainians were involved in discussions on the American side. These individuals included Mr. Gerson; George Nader; Paul Manafort; Michael D. Cohen; and Erik Prince. Please note that this information is confidential and may be attorney-client privileged, inside information, and intended only for the use of the addressee.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031681.txt
The document discusses a Russian oligarch who was involved in money laundering through the Bank of Cyprus, which is chaired by the former CEO of Deutsche Bank. The vice chairman of the bank until recently was Wilbur Ross, Trump's commerce secretary and long-time friend. Additionally, it mentions that Donald Trump owed money to Deutsche Bank when he received a large influx of cash from a Russian individual. The communication also warns that it is confidential and intended only for the addressee.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031670.txt
The document discusses a Senate Select Committee on Intelligence subpoena to Lieutenant General Michael T. Flynn (Ret.) requesting documents related to meetings and communications with Russian officials during the period from June 16, 2015, to January 20, 2017. The response from Covington & Burling LLP states that producing documents would be a testimonial act, and General Flynn has invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031668.txt
The document discusses the appointment of Robert Mueller as Special Counsel on the Russian Probe and its potential impact on Donald Trump. The communication is marked as confidential and intended only for the addressee, and it stresses the importance of unauthorized use, disclosure, or copying being strictly prohibited.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031667.txt
The document mentions key people such as Robert Mueller who has been appointed Special Counsel on the Russian Probe, and Donald Trump (DJT). It discusses topics like the Russian probe and its potential impact on DJT. The sender of the email is Jeffrey E. from JEE, and he asks for Nicholas Ribis's thoughts on this matter.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031607.txt
The document discusses the history of conspiracy theories and their relevance in modern times. It mentions criminal conspiracies and how they are frequently charged by the government, as well as pseudo-conspiracies that exist only in delusionary or misinformed minds. The author references a Wall Street Journal article written by Edward Jay Epstein on the topic.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031567.txt
The document is an email conversation between J and Michael Wolff, discussing topics such as art and real estate. They mention a painting that was sold to MBS for $450 million, which was only worth $1.5 million. There's also a reference to the Yemen crisis, where Trump overruled Congress, and a Russian who knows everything about the Palm Beach property market. The email emphasizes confidentiality and the need to handle sensitive information carefully.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031546.txt
Donald Trump, 45th President of the United States, has claimed that his two greatest assets are mental stability and intelligence in a series of tweets. He believes this would qualify him as not smart but a genius. Trump also stated that he went from being a very successful businessman to a top TV star before becoming president.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031511.txt
In the document, there is a discussion about an individual who taught at SAIS in DC and has a strong opinion on Bill C's NATO expansion as the biggest foreign policy error since WWII. The person is retiring and can be introduced to Jeffrey E.'s Russian friends if desired. A book titled "Mission Failure: America and the World Post-Cold War" by Leslie H. Gelb is recommended for reading. Additionally, there is a mention of Saudi money being tied up in funds, with most of it in private equity funds where withdrawals are not allowed.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031460.txt
The document discusses the history and prevalence of conspiracy theories and their impact on society. It cites examples such as the Roman senators who plotted to assassinate Julius Caesar and the foreign conspiracy behind the 9/11 attack on the World Trade Center. The author also mentions that journalists often use the term "conspiracy theory" to describe paranoid distortions of reality, but criminal conspiracies are not uncommon. In addition, the document refers to pseudo-conspiracies that exist only in a delusional or misinformed mind and have gained popularity, such as the belief that the 9/11 attack was staged by President George W. Bush to launch a war on Islam and the claim that the 1969 moon landing was faked.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031335.txt
The document discusses a conspiracy theory regarding the arrest of former IMF chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn. According to this theory, Strauss-Kahn was charged with sex crimes because he discovered that all of the gold held in Fort Knox was missing or unaccounted for. The report says that when Strauss-Kahn raised his concerns with US officials, he received evidence from rogue CIA elements confirming this and was advised not to take his cell phone upon fleeing.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031177.txt
The document discusses a conversation between Jeffrey Epstein and Daniel Siad about a friend named Tigrane who had negative opinions about Epstein in Paris. It is mentioned that the friend has rented a large house in Ibiza for photoshoots with models, including Russian ones, from July 22 to August 5. The friend would like to meet Epstein and possibly bring Jean Luc along as well.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_030989.txt
The document reports a new book by Michael Wolff detailing a shady real estate deal involving President Donald Trump and Russian oligarch Dmitry Rybolovlev. The book claims that Jeffrey Epstein played a key role in the deal, showing Trump a $55 million mansion but then discovering that Trump had bought it for about $40 million through an entity called Trump Properties LLC financed by Deutsche Bank. Epstein threatened to expose the deal until he faced investigation and later served time in jail as part of a controversial plea agreement brokered by future Labor Secretary Alex Acosta.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_030987.txt
The document discusses Trump's shady business dealings and financial woes, which were further highlighted during his presidency. The author mentions Jeffrey Epstein, a financier who was later involved in a scandal involving under-age prostitutes, as one of Trump's close friends. It is also noted that Epstein counseled Trump on his chaotic financial affairs. The text goes on to describe an incident where Epstein saw Trump bid $41 million for a house in Palm Beach, Florida, through an entity called Trump Properties LLC, financed by Deutsche Bank. It is suggested that this was just another variation of Trump's business model of licensing his name for commercial properties owned by someone else.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_030980.txt
The document discusses a real estate deal involving President Donald Trump and a Russian oligarch. Michael Wolff's book "Siege" details the deal, in which Jeffrey Epstein played a key role by showing Trump a $55 million mansion he planned to buy but instead Trump bought the foreclosed property for about $40 million through an entity called Trump Properties LLC that was entirely financed by Deutsche Bank. Epstein suspected Trump was fronting for the real owners of the mansion, and threatened to expose the deal until he found himself under investigation by Palm Beach police for child crimes.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_030861.txt
The document discusses recent events in the commodities market, focusing on oil and other metals. Key people mentioned include Ariane Dwyer, who provided information on the Iran talks, and Nigeria's ex-military ruler Buhari, who won the country's elections. The document also references Yemen rebels seizing a military base and Saudi-led coalition bombing sites occupied by Houthis. Additionally, it touches upon negotiations between Congress and President Obama regarding new sanctions against Iran. Volatility in the market is discussed with oil prices moving quickly based on the outcome of the Iran deal.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_030804.txt
The email discusses several topics including a Russian oligarch, Saudi Arabia's Mohammed bin Salman, journalists inquiring about Trump dealings, erotic massage by women for money, and concerns about receiving a congressional subpoena. The sender mentions the need for a team in place and suggests speaking to reporters with prepared responses. The information contained in the email is confidential and intended only for the addressee.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_030802.txt
The document is an email conversation between two individuals, one named Michael Wolff and the other with a name that appears to be J. The topic of the conversation revolves around a new book that paints a sordid picture of a real estate deal involving a Russian oligarch and Jeffrey Epstein. It seems that Michael Wolff has been receiving inquiries from reporters about this matter, and he is seeking advice on how to handle them. The email also mentions a team member named 011ie who may be able to provide help in responding to these inquiries. The overall tone of the conversation suggests a sense of urgency and concern about the potential impact of the book's revelations on Trump and his associates.