The Rest Is Politics: US 110. Trump’s Big Secret: Inside Epstein’s Birthday Book
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Sep 10, 2025 Join former BBC Hard Talk host Stephen Sackur as he dives into the controversial connections between Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein's infamous birthday book. They dissect Trump's claims and explore the implications of political dishonesty in modern America. The discussion shifts to the evolving U.S. military doctrine and its effects on national security, with a critical look at the challenges posed by Trump’s tariff strategies on both the U.S. economy and global relations.
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Epstein Book Claim Seems Implausible
- Stephen Sackur believes Trump's denial about the Epstein birthday book is implausible and likely false.
- He argues the hoax explanation would require an elaborate premeditated conspiracy that makes no sense.
Disturbing Entries In Epstein's Book
- Stephen Sackur describes shocking entries in Epstein's book beyond Trump's drawing, including Bill Clinton and Peter Mandelson messages.
- He highlights Mandelson's lengthy, syrupy note and Clinton's odd phrase praising Epstein's "childlike curiosity."
Lying Has Been Normalized
- Stephen Sackur says Trump has normalized lying and can live with falsehoods without conscience.
- Sackur doubts exposure of this lie alone will unseat Trump because political culture tolerates it.
