Morning Wire Epstein Files Fallout & China’s Intel Tentacles | 11.17.25
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Nov 17, 2025 
Cameron Arcand, a political reporter for the Daily Wire, discusses the upcoming vote on the Epstein files, revealing deep divisions within the Republican Party. Cabot Phillips, a senior editor specializing in national security, raises alarms about suspected Chinese ownership of land near U.S. military bases and tech risks from potentially compromised devices. Tim Pierce shares updates on ICE operations in Charlotte, highlighting local reactions and the intersection of immigration policy with community responses.
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Epstein Files Spark GOP Split
- The Epstein files fight exposed a rift between Donald Trump and Marjorie Taylor Greene centered on policy and political strategy.
- Greene backed a petition to force release of the files, making the issue a flashpoint in GOP infighting.
Greene's Break With Trump
- Cameron Arcand recounts how Greene shifted from a close Trump ally to a critic over policy and possible Georgia ambitions.
- He notes Trump's nickname “Marjorie Trader Greene” and the public withdrawal of his support.
Audit Devices On Military Exchanges
- Investigate and potentially ban foreign-made networked devices on military exchanges near bases.
- Congress and the White House should audit vendor trust and data flows for equipment used by service members.