A new bill, the Produce Epstein Treasury Records Act (PETRA), is demanding a congressional investigation into the financial ties between Peter Thiel and Jeffrey Epstein. Introduced by Sen. Ron Wyden, the bill aims to compel the Treasury Department to release documents related to Epstein’s finances, which included significant investments in a Thiel-backed firm. Wyden’s bill also seeks to uncover potential violations of anti-money laundering laws by J.P. Morgan and other banks. The bill is attached to the National Defense Authorization Act, ensuring all senators will have to publicly vote on whether to release information about Epstein’s associates.
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Amid ongoing protests against the Trump administration’s ICE complex in Portland, the use of chemical irritants by federal agents has forced the nearby Cottonwood School to relocate due to safety concerns. The school’s interim executive director cited the impact of tear gas and other munitions on the school grounds and the inability to guarantee student safety. The school’s move highlights the broader consequences of the nightly clashes between protesters and federal agents, as the chemical weapons used by the government have created an unsafe environment for children and families. This situation prompted the school to seek the support of Senator Ron Wyden, who expressed concern over ICE’s unchecked authority and the potential health risks to children.
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Senator Ron Wyden has been investigating Epstein’s financial network and uncovered over $1.5 billion in suspicious transactions flagged by four major banks. These transactions included transfers linked to Russian banks and payments to women and girls from multiple countries, according to Wyden. Despite requests, the Trump administration allegedly blocked access to the full files. Wyden’s office found over 4,700 money transfers connected to Epstein.
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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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Wyden says Trump administration sitting on Epstein bank records: ‘They’re refusing to investigate’ is a critical point to consider. It starts to unravel a long history of alleged financial and potentially criminal links, raising serious questions about the integrity of past investigations and the potential for cover-ups. The core of the issue, as Senator Wyden highlights, revolves around a trove of financial records, including details of over 4,725 wire transfers, amounting to nearly $1.1 billion, flowing through a single bank used by Jeffrey Epstein. The information, allegedly in the possession of the Trump administration, has reportedly been met with inaction, prompting accusations of a deliberate refusal to investigate.… Continue reading
Senator Ron Wyden is disputing President Trump’s dismissal of renewed interest in Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes, revealing a detailed Treasury Department file documenting nearly $1.1 billion moved through Epstein’s accounts. This file, separate from the “Epstein files,” contains “actionable information” including potential links to sex trafficking and payments to women and girls from various countries. Wyden has accused the Trump administration of blocking access to the full file, and is now demanding its release to the Senate for further investigation.
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Senator Ron Wyden, a senior Democrat, reported viewing confidential Epstein files from the Trump administration. These files reveal approximately $1.5 billion in wire transfers to and from Epstein’s accounts, involving thousands of transactions with undisclosed associates. The Senator, who has been investigating Epstein’s finances for three years, raised concerns about the Justice Department’s handling of the case, particularly in light of its recent decision to close the investigation. Wyden’s statements were made as Republicans resisted releasing the findings of a related investigation into the late sex offender.
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Senator Ron Wyden has introduced the VISIBLE Act of 2025, legislation mandating that immigration enforcement officers display clear identification during public actions. The bill aims to prevent officers from concealing their identities with unmarked gear and face coverings, requiring visible identification, including agency name and last name or badge number, from at least 25 feet. Criticizing previous administrations, Wyden highlighted the need for transparency, emphasizing that anonymous enforcement undermines democratic oversight. The proposed legislation, co-sponsored by other Democratic senators and endorsed by organizations like the ACLU, seeks to address public fear and confusion stemming from unidentified officers.
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Democratic Senator Wyden claims to possess recordings of conversations where Trump’s nominee for the IRS, Billy Long, allegedly promised favors. This revelation has sparked intense debate and frustration online, with many questioning the Senator’s motives and the apparent lack of swift action.
The core issue revolves around the Senator’s apparent reluctance to release the recordings publicly. Many commenters express disbelief at the Senator’s inaction, arguing that the recordings should be immediately released to the public to allow for complete transparency and accountability. The sentiment is widespread that the current situation allows for continued cover-up and inaction by those involved.
The delay in releasing the evidence has fueled speculation.… Continue reading
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