Senator Wyden’s letter aims to scrutinize the Trump administration’s handling of Jeffrey Epstein’s financial relationships. The letter follows Bondi’s statement dismissing the existence of an Epstein “client list,” fueling suspicions of hidden information about his activities. Wyden’s tactic, despite the unlikelihood of DOJ action, serves to inform the public and expose failures in oversight. Specifically, the letter urges investigation of Epstein’s Treasury Department records, which Wyden’s office has been reviewing for years, including thousands of pages viewed privately in 2024.
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Newly discovered archival footage and photos provide fresh details on Donald Trump’s past relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, including Epstein’s previously unknown attendance at Trump’s 1993 wedding to Marla Maples. Footage from a 1999 Victoria’s Secret fashion event shows Trump and Epstein interacting, further illustrating their connection. These revelations, predating Epstein’s known legal issues, come amidst renewed scrutiny of Trump’s association with Epstein and follow the Justice Department’s handling of related files. Trump has denied any wrongdoing and downplayed the significance of the relationship.
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In response to Donald Trump’s allegations of a conspiracy to subvert the 2016 election, former President Barack Obama’s office issued a rare statement. The statement refuted these claims, deeming them “ridiculous and bizarre” and a weak attempt to distract from the Epstein files. The Obama administration’s response addressed accusations stemming from declassified emails, which alleged a “years-long coup” against Trump. Trump, who has embraced these claims, is also facing scrutiny due to the release of documents related to child sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, prompting the White House to pivot.
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According to unnamed Kremlin officials, Vladimir Putin is not concerned about Donald Trump’s 50-day deadline for a ceasefire in Ukraine. The Russian leader views Trump’s ultimatum as an opportunity to pursue his goals, despite any prior hopes for a positive relationship with the former U.S. President. Following talks between Trump and Putin, Russia’s actions in Ukraine were a strategic miscalculation, but Moscow remains open to making overtures toward Washington. The EU, while welcoming Trump’s push for negotiations, has expressed concerns that the 50-day timeline is too long given the ongoing conflict.
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Following a meeting at the White House, President Donald Trump announced a new trade agreement with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., lowering U.S. tariffs while allowing the Philippines to have an open market without U.S. tariffs. The framework of the deal aims to strengthen economic and security ties amidst shifting geopolitical dynamics in the Indo-Pacific region. The leaders also discussed military cooperation, with the U.S. reaffirming its commitment to the Philippines. This meeting signifies the importance of the alliance in the face of increasing tensions in the South China Sea.
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Newly surfaced photos from CNN show Jeffrey Epstein at Donald Trump’s 1993 wedding to Marla Maples, sparking a reaction from the former president. Trump dismissed the report as “fake news” and has consistently distanced himself from Epstein, while also questioning the existence of related documents. The photos, taken decades ago, also show Trump and Epstein at a Harley Davidson Cafe opening, along with a 1999 video of them at a Victoria’s Secret fashion show. The White House has stated that these are out-of-context images, while Republicans Against Trump suggest that further damaging information is likely to emerge.
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In 2015, as Trump launched his presidential bid, Jeffrey Epstein began discussing his relationship with Trump, a valuable source for writers. By 2017, Epstein and Steve Bannon, sharing a mutual disdain for Trump, became close friends. Epstein reportedly referred to Trump as a “moron” and was quoted saying that he believed Trump had turned him in to authorities. Bannon admitted he feared Epstein, who allegedly knew dangerous secrets about Trump. Epstein sent Wolff a cryptic message before his death on August 10, 2019, the circumstances of which have fueled conspiracy theories, due to inconsistencies.
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In a Truth Social post, President Trump announced Paramount had paid a $16 million settlement regarding a lawsuit over a 60 Minutes interview. He also anticipates an additional $20 million from new owners in advertising, PSAs, or similar programming. While the settlement was announced amid Paramount’s merger with Skydance, Trump has alluded to a side deal involving advertising. Democratic senators have inquired with Skydance about a separate agreement, with CBS denying any connection to Trump or the Skydance deal when announcing the end of Stephen Colbert’s show.
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In a Truth Social post, former President Donald Trump predicted the imminent cancellation of late-night shows hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon, claiming they have “absolutely NO TALENT.” Trump expressed a desire to have “played a major part” in these potential decisions, following the cancellation of Stephen Colbert’s show after a legal settlement with Trump. Kimmel previously posted a photo from an anti-Trump protest, which also included a caption that was a direct reference to Trump’s alleged correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein, which he has since denied. Trump also ordered the production of Grand Jury testimony related to the Epstein case after the Wall Street Journal reported on it.
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