The David Pakman Show

11/19/25: Trump loses Epstein vote as files will be released, GOP terrified

Nov 19, 2025
Eric Fudali, a civil rights attorney representing Epstein survivors, discusses the potential release of Epstein files and the challenges survivors face. He sheds light on how fear of repercussions often silences victims. Amidst political turmoil, Fudali clarifies that none of his clients accuse Trump, even as emails suggest deeper ties. He expresses distrust in the government's handling of Epstein. The conversation also touches on Republican strategies to manage the fallout from the file release, revealing a complex web of political maneuvering.
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INSIGHT

Vote Doesn’t Guarantee Full Disclosure

  • The House voted 427-1 and the Senate passed the Epstein files release by unanimous consent.
  • David Pakman warns this vote is only a step and Republicans likely plan to control what is actually released.
INSIGHT

How Release Could Be Managed Or Minimized

  • Republicans likely plan redactions, selective releases, narrative laundering, or document-dumping to blunt impact.
  • Pakman predicts the most damaging Trump-adjacent content will be scrubbed or withheld.
ADVICE

Demand Full Indexed Disclosure

  • Expect tactics like partial releases, preemptive narratives, blame-shifting, and document overload.
  • Scrutinize redactions and demand full indexed disclosure rather than accepting curated dumps.
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