Best of the Left - Leftist Perspectives on Progressive Politics, News, Culture, Economics and Democracy #1754 The Epstein Files and Donald Trump, Our Predator-in-Chief
Nov 25, 2025
Journalistic experts dissect the explosive implications of the Epstein files and their ties to Donald Trump. They reveal shocking revelations from 2011 emails, where Trump was ominously referred to as 'the dog that hasn't barked.' The panel discusses victim testimonies, Trump’s inconsistent political reactions, and the troubling connections between Epstein, elite networks, and global intelligence. Dive into how real conspiracies can inform larger narratives and the absurdity of denial amidst mounting evidence.
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Congress Compels Release Of Epstein Files
- Congress forced the DOJ to release Epstein-related files after bipartisan pressure and a discharge petition.
- The law mandates DOJ to publish unclassified Epstein and Maxwell records within 30 days of enactment, with limited redaction exceptions.
Emails Put Trump In Epstein Orbit
- The newly released emails reference Trump as "the dog that hasn't barked" and note a victim "spent hours at my house with him."
- Context is incomplete, but the emails intensify scrutiny of Trump's past relationship with Epstein.
1990s Footage Undercuts Trump's Denials
- Archival footage and contemporaneous comments show Trump socializing closely with Epstein in the 1990s.
- That visual record contradicts later claims Trump barely knew Epstein and undermines denials.
