By John Q. Hosedrinker 
As President Trump faces scrutiny regarding his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, resurfaced clips from 1992 show his defense of Mike Tyson after the boxer’s rape conviction. In a Late Night with David Letterman interview, Trump deemed the six-year jail sentence “ridiculous,” suggesting Tyson pay restitution to rape victims instead, while also questioning the victim’s behavior. Similarly, on The Charlie Rose Show, Trump doubted the victim’s account, further fueling the controversy. These videos have reemerged amid public criticism of Trump’s handling of the Epstein files, particularly after the release of the DOJ’s memo regarding Epstein’s death.
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Trump’s Vile Take on Teenager’s Rape Goes Viral as Epstein Woes Deepen
It’s really something, isn’t it? The resurfacing of President Trump’s comments about Mike Tyson’s rape conviction, specifically the way he seemed to downplay the severity of the crime against a teenage girl, is, well, not exactly surprising given his history, but still shocking to hear. In a 1992 clip, he’s on late-night television suggesting Tyson’s sentence was too harsh. He implies the victim’s account might be questionable. Then, he floats the idea of financial restitution as a more fitting punishment than jail time. I mean, it’s a pretty clear indication of where his priorities lie.
And now, these decades-old comments are being amplified online, at a time when Trump’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein are under intense scrutiny. It’s a perfect storm. The timing is terrible, but the content itself, taken out of context even further, feels almost inevitable, as if we should have expected it. It certainly fuels the fire of people’s concerns about his character and how he views women and victims of sexual assault.
One consistent criticism is that he seemingly defends individuals, often minorities, when they commit similar crimes to his own, indicating a pro-crime stance driven by self-interest. The implication here, supported by some, is that he sees himself in these individuals. The financial mindset is also something of note. His attitude seems to suggest that if you’re wealthy, you can essentially buy your way out of any consequence, whether it be a fine or some kind of restitution. It’s a chilling perspective on justice, especially when applied to something as serious as rape.
It’s hard to ignore the uncomfortable overlap between these Tyson comments and the ongoing questions surrounding Epstein. The sentiment is that the “Orange Pedo President” is a “sexual predator.” This is not a new accusation. He has admitted to sexual assault, bragged about objectifying teenagers, and made comments about his daughter that are, at best, unsettling. These resurfaced remarks about Tyson, therefore, become another data point in a pattern.
There’s a strong sentiment from many that this behavior is not surprising, and that the base of his supporters will likely overlook these revelations. Some even suggest that his supporters *want* this. The article then goes on to describe what these supporters are after and the system they want. The focus is on a belief in an American caste system. It’s not just about Trump’s actions, but the motivations of those who support him. This extends to everything from women’s rights to the LGBTQ+ community.
Remember those Bill Cosby revelations? It’s the same kind of concept here, except there’s no subtlety, and Trump’s behavior, on full display for all to see, is being openly admired by some of his followers. The suggestion is that his supporters are advocating for his perspectives. The sentiment is that anyone who voted for Trump is advocating for this.
The focus is on the concept of rape and consent, and how Trump’s actions and words reveal a concerning understanding, or lack thereof, of both. The article cites quotes from Trump and other sources to drive this point home. This is where the focus turns to the Epstein files, and how the details from Trump’s past are catching up with him in the present.
The reference to Mike Tyson’s case, and the fact that a book by Alan Dershowitz, a famous legal figure, defended Tyson in the Desiree Washington case, feels relevant here. Again, the claim is that Trump’s views on rape, and his comments on Tyson’s case, mirror how he would handle allegations against himself. The point is that Trump’s behavior has been on full display for a long time.
The article points out how a lot of this has been known for a long time, and it is just resurfacing. People are not shocked. This kind of behavior isn’t new, and neither is the public awareness of it. The sentiment of the end of the article is that the current situation may not be deepening at all, but is simply part of an ongoing narrative.