Post Reports Trump keeps trying — and failing — to move on from Epstein
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Jul 25, 2025 Cleve Woodson, a White House reporter for The Washington Post, delves into Trump’s tumultuous ties with Jeffrey Epstein. They discuss how Trump is struggling to maintain control over his MAGA base amid controversies. Woodson highlights the pressures on Trump from congressional Republicans demanding transparency about Epstein files. The conversation uncovers Trump’s tactics to steer public attention away from legal troubles, including reviving old political narratives and navigating the complexities of loyalty among supporters.
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Trump-Epstein Connection Persists
- Trump's association with Epstein has resurfaced stronger due to documents revealing his name multiple times in Epstein investigations.
- This issue refuses to fade despite Trump's denials and attempts to distance himself.
Trump's Failed Distraction Attempts
- Trump desperately tries to shift attention from Epstein by accusing Obama of a coup and declassifying unrelated files.
- These distractions have failed as the Epstein issue remains the central focus.
Congressional Tensions Over Epstein Files
- Congressional Republicans are pressured by Democrats and their own base to release Epstein-related files.
- Speaker Mike Johnson ended the House session early to avoid escalating the issue further.