The article examines the ongoing fallout of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, focusing on the lack of concern for the victims from the Trump administration. The article highlights the voices of survivors who feel ignored and further traumatized by the administration’s actions, which appear to prioritize political maneuvering over justice for the abused. The Justice Department is reportedly being used to protect Trump, who has downplayed the scandal. This has raised concerns about a potential cover-up, especially regarding Ghislaine Maxwell, and the possibility of a pardon.
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Despite public denials, reports indicate that top Trump administration officials secretly met to discuss the Jeffrey Epstein files. While Vice President JD Vance initially denied hosting such a meeting at his home, sources confirm a discussion took place, though it was ultimately relocated to the White House. Attendees included Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel, with the meeting’s purpose centered around navigating the Epstein saga and managing the administration’s response. Strategies discussed may include releasing recordings and transcripts from Ghislaine Maxwell’s interview and garnering a podcast interview.
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White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki has challenged J.D. Vance’s denial regarding a reported meeting about messaging around Donald Trump and the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. Simultaneously, scrutiny intensifies over Ghislaine Maxwell’s preferential treatment in a prison transfer. As a result, survivors of Epstein and Maxwell are now sharing their accounts of Maxwell’s actions and her complicity in their abuse.
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Donald Trump’s evasiveness regarding his past relationships with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell is the focus of MSNBC’s Lawrence O’Donnell’s commentary. O’Donnell highlights Trump’s attempts to deflect questions and downplay his connections to the convicted sex traffickers. The commentator suggests that Trump’s involvement with Epstein remains a significant issue that demands continued scrutiny. O’Donnell emphasizes the importance of holding Trump accountable for his past associations, despite his attempts at distraction.
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Ghislaine Maxwell will be prohibited from participating in the service dog training program at her new prison in Texas. Canine Companions, the organization that runs the program, has a strict policy against allowing inmates convicted of crimes involving abuse toward minors or animals, including those of a sexual nature, to train the puppies, to protect the vulnerable animals. The prison-based programs, which help address a national shortage of service dogs, have proven successful, with dogs trained by inmates having a higher success rate and the inmates themselves experiencing lower recidivism rates. Despite the benefits, Maxwell will not be able to participate in this program.
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Reports initially indicated Vice President JD Vance planned to host several Trump administration officials at his residence to strategize a response to the ongoing Epstein controversy. However, a spokesperson for Vance has since denied the meeting was ever scheduled. The Trump administration is reportedly considering the release of an audio recording and transcript of an interview with Ghislaine Maxwell. Amidst the speculation, the family of Virginia Giuffre, one of Epstein’s accusers, criticized the lack of survivor representation in the reported meeting.
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Republicans in the House of Representatives have issued subpoenas to both Bill and Hillary Clinton to testify before the House Oversight Committee regarding the Jeffrey Epstein affair, potentially causing a political firestorm. Simultaneously, the committee subpoenaed Trump’s Department of Justice for Epstein-related documents, indicating a push for transparency that could be damaging to the former president. This move reflects growing pressure from Republican supporters for a full investigation, even while the committee plans to depose former officials from Trump’s administration. The investigation is further complicated by speculation about potential leniency for Ghislaine Maxwell and the desire to find a resolution that leaves Trump unharmed.
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Senior Trump administration officials are reportedly considering strategies to address lingering concerns surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein case. These strategies include potentially releasing audio from an interview with Ghislaine Maxwell, along with exploring a media blitz that may include a podcast appearance with Joe Rogan. A dinner meeting hosted by Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to discuss the next steps regarding the Maxwell audio and transcript, with key figures such as Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles in attendance. The administration is currently debating the release, and the impact it would have on the Epstein case.
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Donald Trump’s response to questions regarding Ghislaine Maxwell’s transfer to a lower-security prison has raised eyebrows. During a recent interview, Trump claimed ignorance of the move, despite Maxwell’s prior association with him and subsequent interviews conducted by his former personal lawyer. Experts like CNN’s Elie Honig have disputed Trump’s claim, noting the unusual nature of the transfer given Maxwell’s crimes and the need for specific authorization. The situation is further complicated by reports of a meeting at Vice President JD Vance’s house involving senior Trump administration officials to discuss the interview with Maxwell and possible release of its recordings.
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Ghislaine Maxwell reportedly told Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche she never witnessed anything concerning regarding Donald Trump during their meetings about the Jeffrey Epstein case. The Trump administration is considering releasing the transcripts from these meetings, amidst mounting calls for transparency surrounding the “Epstein Files.” Maxwell’s attorneys have opposed the unsealing of grand jury transcripts, citing potential reputational harm. The Justice Department has prepared annotated versions of the transcripts and is seeking to address legal questions before they can consider releasing them, but some survivors have expressed concerns about the handling of sensitive information.
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