Anderson Cooper 360

Trump Says He Knows "Nothing" About The Girls Reference In Epstein Email

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Nov 15, 2025
U.S. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi joins legal analyst Jeffrey Toobin to unpack Trump's controversial claims regarding Epstein. Krishnamoorthi argues that Trump's actions are a strategic deflection and calls for the release of Epstein-related documents for transparency. Toobin discusses the implications of a potential pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell and what it signals for justice. The conversation navigates the challenges of survivor rights amidst intense political maneuvering and sheds light on the complexities of ongoing investigations.
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INSIGHT

Trump Directs Epstein Probe Toward Democrats

  • President Trump publicly shifted focus to investigating Jeffrey Epstein's ties to prominent Democrats to deflect attention from his own mentions in Epstein emails.
  • The move risks using DOJ resources for partisan purposes and may delay release of Epstein files.
INSIGHT

Selective Targeting Undermines Credibility

  • The White House framed the investigation as targeting Democrats while Trump also appears in Epstein's released emails multiple times.
  • This selective focus undermines claims of impartiality and fuels transparency concerns.
ADVICE

Release The Epstein Files Immediately

  • Caitlin Collins suggests releasing all Epstein-related emails to avoid prolonged speculation and accusations of cover-up.
  • She urges transparency rather than allowing the White House to dominate the narrative.
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