Within hours of their publication, allegations of sexual assault against Donald Trump vanished from the Epstein files released by the Department of Justice. The files included unverified tips collated by the FBI, detailing claims of sexual misconduct dating back decades. The DoJ issued a statement alongside the files, stating the claims were untrue and unfounded. Although the document was later restored, the initial disappearance of the file sparked significant attention and discussion.
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FP West is launching a new subscriber-exclusive newsletter, “Energy Insider,” offering an inside look at the oilpatch. This newsletter promises to provide in-depth reporting and analysis, giving subscribers exclusive access to the inner workings of the energy industry. Interested readers are encouraged to sign up to gain insights that are typically kept behind closed doors.
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Newly released FBI files, stemming from the Justice Department’s investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, contain uncorroborated allegations against former President Donald Trump. One claim alleges Trump sexually assaulted a 13-year-old girl approximately 35 years ago. Other accusations involve sex trafficking at Trump properties, linked to Ghislaine Maxwell, and claims of parties at Mar-a-Lago where children were allegedly auctioned off. The FBI’s responses to these tips ranged from conducting interviews to deeming complainants not credible, raising questions about the extent of their follow-up. The White House has dismissed the allegations as “unfounded and false.”
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The recent release of Epstein files by the US Department of Justice unveils new details, including the previously unseen mugshot of Ghislaine Maxwell and hundreds of mentions of Donald Trump. Emails reveal potential connections between Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Epstein, with invitations to Buckingham Palace and requests for advice. The files also contain correspondence regarding figures like Bill Gates, Elon Musk, and Lord Mandelson. The DoJ emphasized that due to the massive volume of released files, including “untrue and sensationalist” claims, many names of women were redacted to protect victims.
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Recent releases of Justice Department and FBI records connected to the Epstein investigation contain numerous unverified tips and allegations mentioning former President Donald Trump and other prominent individuals. These documents, stemming from the FBI’s National Threat Operations Center, detail various claims of sexual misconduct, sex trafficking, and coerced acts, some of which reportedly involved underage individuals. While the released files encompass thousands of documents, the records explicitly state that the allegations were not substantiated, resulted in no criminal charges, and were often deemed not credible due to a lack of corroboration or contact with the complainants. The DOJ has stated that the release of these files is final, with some documents being withheld while the government awaits further guidance from civil and criminal courts.
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Despite the release of over 3 million files related to Jeffrey Epstein on Friday, the Department of Justice (DOJ) continues to withhold additional documents. Representative Ro Khanna has expressed concerns, noting the DOJ identified over 6 million potentially responsive pages but only released approximately 3.5 million. Khanna and Representative Thomas Massie led the push for the Epstein Files Transparency Act, and Khanna intends to scrutinize the released files, including FBI interview statements and emails. This situation has led to accusations of a cover-up and calls for further investigations and potential penalties against the DOJ.
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The article examines the detrimental effects of the MAGA movement’s policies on America’s knowledge sector. These policies, stemming from a proclaimed preference for the “poorly educated,” include actions that limit high-skilled immigration, such as increased visa fees and regulatory hurdles for graduates. These changes are part of a broader “Great American Brain Drain,” as other nations invest in the technologies of the future while the US undermines its own advantage. Consequently, there is a mass exodus of STEM Ph.D. holders from the federal workforce and a decrease in international student enrollment, ultimately harming the US economy.
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JD Vance’s account of an incident involving ICE agents at a Minneapolis restaurant has been disputed by local police, the Department of Homeland Security, and the restaurant owner. Vance claimed the agents were “mobbed” and “locked in,” with local police refusing to help, but officials reported a less dramatic encounter where agents left within minutes. The DHS report and restaurant owner’s account both contradict Vance’s version of events, indicating no one locked the doors and the agents left shortly after the situation began. This controversy arose amid ongoing immigration enforcement activity in Minneapolis, including recent fatal shootings by agents, with Vance seemingly using the restaurant incident to criticize local law enforcement.
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The Trump administration announced the release of about half of the collected files related to Jeffrey Epstein, sparking concerns of a continued cover-up. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that over three million pages, along with videos and images, would be released, despite the collection of six million pages. This decision has fueled skepticism, especially given the history between Trump and Epstein and the potential for redacted documents to protect certain individuals. Critics like Democrat Stephen Lynch have expressed distrust and plan to review the redactions, while Blanche has denied any intention of shielding the former president.
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Former CNN anchor Don Lemon was arrested by federal authorities Thursday night in connection with a protest at a Minnesota church earlier in the month, according to Attorney General Pam Bondi. Lemon, along with three others, was arrested in connection with the attack on Cities Church, where a protest was held. The ex-CNN anchor’s attorney, Abbe Lowell, has stated that Lemon will fight the charges, alleging the arrest is an attempt to distract from the administration’s actions. The arrest follows the recent killings of two U.S. citizens by federal agents during an immigration crackdown in Minneapolis.
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John Q. Hosedrinker
JD Vance’s ICE Story Debunked: Admitted Lies and Fascist Tactics
JD Vance’s account of an incident involving ICE agents at a Minneapolis restaurant has been disputed by local police, the Department of Homeland Security, and the restaurant owner. Vance claimed the agents were “mobbed” and “locked in,” with local police refusing to help, but officials reported a less dramatic encounter where agents left within minutes. The DHS report and restaurant owner’s account both contradict Vance’s version of events, indicating no one locked the doors and the agents left shortly after the situation began. This controversy arose amid ongoing immigration enforcement activity in Minneapolis, including recent fatal shootings by agents, with Vance seemingly using the restaurant incident to criticize local law enforcement.
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