Pablo Torre Finds Out Exclusive: The NBA Player, the Congressman and the Epstein Files
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Dec 2, 2025 
Tom McMillen, a former professional basketball player and three-term congressman, reflects on his surprising appearance in a notorious Mar-a-Lago video with Epstein and Trump. He shares his awkward encounters with Ghislaine Maxwell and reveals his basketball and political journey, including his legislative efforts in college sports. The conversation dives deep into the implications of the newly released Epstein files, with McMillen addressing his connections and perceived links to Epstein's black book, while maintaining his denials amid provocative questioning.
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Munich Olympics' Controversial Ending
- McMillen recalls the controversial 1972 Olympic final vs. the Soviet Union and how officiating affected him.
- He says the game's handling felt unfair and that the team deserved the gold medal they later lost.
Requested Trade To Run For Congress
- Tom McMillen describes asking Ted Turner to trade him to Washington so he could run for Congress while still in the NBA.
- Turner obliged, McMillen campaigned during the season, then left the NBA after his primary and won the election in November.
Early Push To Redistribute TV Money
- McMillen framed his antitrust bill as a conditional exemption to spread TV revenue and force reforms in college sports.
- He notes contemporary efforts echo his earlier proposal and that Senator Maria Cantwell revisited similar ideas.
