The Daily Beast Podcast How Trump Can Bury Epstein Files Shame: Wolff
Nov 21, 2025
Michael Wolff, an author and journalist famed for his insights on Donald Trump, delves into the political implications of the Epstein files. He explains why Trump is rattled by Epstein’s re-emergence and how Trump’s circle is handling chaotic legal challenges. Wolff predicts strategies to control or withhold Epstein-related disclosures and discusses how Trump's tactics might target his political adversaries instead. The conversation raises unsettling questions about the impact on Trump's future amidst the ongoing legal turbulence.
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Trump As A Government Of One
- Michael Wolff argues Donald Trump operates as a "government of one" driven by impulsive, mercurial thoughts rather than coherent policy.
- Understanding Trump's daily mindset is key to predicting his actions and media behavior.
White House Controls Epstein Files
- Wolff believes the White House will control and curate the Epstein files, preventing full public release.
- He says Congress empowered the administration to parse and edit what becomes public, limiting transparency.
Legal Tools Can Block Release
- The administration can withhold records by claiming ongoing investigations or classifying materials, and classification can be broadly applied.
- Wolff warns such legal and bureaucratic tools effectively stall meaningful disclosure.