Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast How The Epstein Drama Changes Politics for Trump and Congress
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Jul 24, 2025 
Annie Karni, a Congressional correspondent for The New York Times and co-author of "Mad House," dives into the political upheaval stemming from the Epstein scandal. She discusses how the controversy is unsettling Republicans while energizing Democrats, framing the upcoming midterms in a new light. The podcast explores the pressure on Congress around Epstein files and the split within GOP ranks over transparency. Additionally, listeners raise questions about Ghislaine Maxwell's interview and its potential fallout on the political landscape.
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Epstein Files Rekindle Political Pressure
- The Epstein files story reignited a rare wave of public pressure on Congress, with phones and social media flooded with demands for transparency.
- This case exposed a rare conflict between members of Congress and President Trump on how to handle the Epstein documents.
Marjorie Taylor Greene's Unyielding Stance
- Marjorie Taylor Greene is one of the few Republicans who refuses to back down on demanding full release of Epstein files.
- She channels the base's anger effectively and does not cave to President Trump like many others in her party.
Thomas Massey’s Bipartisan Push
- Republican Representative Thomas Massey is unique in holding strong principles and resisting Trump pressures, giving him freedom to push for a vote on Epstein file release.
- His bipartisan efforts have gathered enough support to potentially force a vote when Congress returns from recess.
