Donald Trump’s political resurgence was fueled by his perceived victimhood, including promises to release the “Epstein files” if elected. Despite a history of scandal and unpopularity, Trump initially maintained unwavering support, even in the face of incriminating evidence. However, there are signs that Trump’s ability to deflect scandal is waning, as anger surrounding his ties to Jeffrey Epstein persists and his support may be softening. The article suggests this shift is occurring despite his supporters’ previous tolerance of obvious falsehoods and damaging associations.
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Dozens of former US Department of Justice attorneys have detailed the politicization of federal law enforcement during Donald Trump’s second term. The attorneys reported directives to investigate Trump’s political opponents, drop investigations, and mass pardons, including those who participated in the January 6th Capitol riot. This politicization extended to executive orders targeting law firms and investigations with predetermined outcomes, and the use of pardons for political allies. Additionally, there have been efforts to relax gift-acceptance rules, and misuse of government resources for personal gain.
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Donald Trump’s pardon of cryptocurrency firm Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, who had pleaded guilty to money-laundering, has sparked controversy due to Zhao’s financial ties to the Trump family’s crypto venture, World Liberty Financial. The pardon occurred months after Binance partnered with World Liberty Financial in a $2 billion deal, prompting former U.S. Pardon Attorney Elizabeth Oyer to call the pardon “corruption” on 60 Minutes, citing unprecedented influence of money. Experts like Harvard’s Lawrence Lessig suggest the currency selection was intended to benefit Trump, noting Zhao’s potential control over World Liberty Financial’s success, while the White House defends the pardon as an exercise of Trump’s constitutional authority.
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President Trump has recently reversed course on his previous tariff policies by removing tariffs on over 200 agricultural staples, including beef and coffee, a move celebrated by some of his supporters. This decision follows the initial imposition of tariffs on food products in April, a move that was praised for its support of American food production. The change has prompted criticism and irony, as it contrasts with Trump’s historical support for tariffs. The decision to lower tariffs comes as Americans are dealing with increased food costs, with prices of staples like coffee and beef rising significantly in recent months, potentially influenced by recent Democratic wins on the topic of affordability.
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Recent reports indicate growing anxiety within President Trump’s circles, with advisors expressing concern that he is alienating crucial voters. Republicans are reportedly warning the White House about potential trouble for the GOP in the upcoming midterm elections. Furthermore, Trump’s focus has seemingly shifted towards the Jeffrey Epstein case, as he ordered Attorney General Pam Bondi to investigate Epstein’s connections to Democrats, utilizing the Justice Department. Analyst Michael Cohen explains how the Epstein situation is impacting Trump, leading to the fracturing of the MAGA coalition and the likely impact on the midterms.
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In a surprising turn, Donald Trump has urged House Republicans to vote in favor of releasing the Jeffrey Epstein files, reversing his previous stance. This change comes amid growing support for the Epstein Files Transparency Act, and is potentially due to the expectation of many Republicans voting in favor already. This shift has prompted varied reactions, including accusations of a cover-up and speculation about the motivations behind the reversal, with some suggesting Trump is attempting to appear in agreement rather than face a rebuke from his own party. The bill, if passed by the House, would require the Justice Department to release all Epstein-related files and communications, though its passage in the Senate and ultimate fate remain uncertain.
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President Donald Trump has urged House Republicans to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein, reversing his previous stance. This change in position comes as lawmakers prepare to vote on publishing unclassified documents from the sex trafficking investigation. While Trump had previously opposed the release, he now acknowledges the measure likely has enough support to pass the House. The push for transparency has created division within the Republican party, with some of Trump’s allies criticizing his handling of the files.
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In a Sunday night Truth Social posting spree, former President Donald Trump reversed his stance on releasing the Jeffrey Epstein files, offering a hesitant endorsement after months of opposition. This decision, however, did not quell his ongoing feud with Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, with Trump launching scathing attacks against her. He also shared posts defending his economic policies, though those claims were met with criticism and counterclaims of his actual accomplishments. Throughout the online activity, Trump also shared various posts from MAGA influencers while criticizing Democrats.
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House Speaker Mike Johnson claimed the Democrats’ push to release files related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation is a political tactic to attack former President Trump. Johnson stated that Trump has “clean hands” and has nothing to hide. Johnson accused Democrats of attempting to “cherry-pick” information to implicate Trump, while Democrats assert the release is about justice for Epstein’s victims.
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President Trump has announced that any country engaging in business with Russia will face “very severely sanctioned” action, signaling the administration’s support for tough legislation targeting Moscow. This comes as Republicans are pushing legislation that includes potential sanctions on countries that conduct business with Russia, potentially including Iran. The U.S. has already implemented high tariffs, like 50% on India, as part of the broader strategy. Further legislative efforts, like the Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025, propose secondary tariffs and sanctions to pressure countries supporting Russia’s actions in Ukraine.
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