The Daily Beast Podcast Epstein Sent This Ominous Note Just Before He Died
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Jul 10, 2025 
Michael Wolff, an acclaimed author and journalist known for his insights on Donald Trump, delves into the controversial world of Jeffrey Epstein. He discusses Epstein's influential connections with figures like Trump and Bannon while unearthing the bizarre final message Epstein sent him before his death. Wolff challenges both the suicide narrative and murder theories, critiques governmental responses, and exposes the hypocrisy of certain right-wing figures. He also examines the unsettling dynamics of Epstein's elite gatherings and the hidden complexities of his financial empire.
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Bannon Thinks Epstein Holds Dirty Secrets
- Steve Bannon believed Jeffrey Epstein held compromising information on Donald Trump. Epstein was seen as the only person who "had the goods" on Trump according to Bannon.
- Their connection fueled concerns and suspicions within Trump's circle and among political observers.
DOJ's Independence Questioned Under Bondi
- Pam Bondi, Attorney General under Trump, followed White House instructions over independent judgment. She served more as Trump's lawyer than as a nation's chief law enforcement officer.
- This arrangement ensured DOJ's reluctance to release Epstein files or pursue deeper investigations.
Trump and Epstein's Deep Bond
- Epstein and Trump were closely connected for about 15 years before a real estate dispute ended their friendship.
- Their relationship included shared activities like women and tax advice, indicating a much deeper bond than commonly recognized.