The Daily Beast Podcast Why Unrelenting Epstein Leaks Terrify Trump: Wolff
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Oct 22, 2025 Michael Wolff, a prominent author and journalist, joins to unpack the haunting implications of Jeffrey Epstein’s leaks on Donald Trump. Wolff discusses how these revelations impact Trump’s psyche, fueling rants and exposing fissures in his circle. They delve into the mysterious redactions within Epstein's records and the potential consequences for associates like Ghislaine Maxwell. Additionally, they reflect on the government's current challenges, including how a shutdown hinders oversight and the risk of politically motivated indictments affecting Trump’s landscape.
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Politics Through One Man's Mind
- Michael Wolff argues that to understand current American politics you must go inside Donald Trump's head.
- He says Trump's personal perspective drives policy, media focus, and government action more than institutions do.
Distraction Overrules Policy
- Wolff says Trump distracts the public, shrinking big stories like the government shutdown.
- He warns a sustained economic downturn could be the only thing that destabilizes Trump's midterm prospects.
Day-Two Access To The White House
- Wolff recounts easy access to the Trump White House in 2017, describing day-two entry and seven months of unfettered access.
- He contrasts that with the Obama White House's formal review process that likely would have blocked him.