

10/14/25: Ghislaine Secret Meeting, Kamala Blames Voters For Loss, Foreign Leader Hot Mic Trump Business Offer
23 snips Oct 14, 2025
Ken Vogel, an investigative journalist for The New York Times, discusses the perplexing relationships between foreign influence and Trump’s business interests. He shares insights on a hot mic moment revealing how foreign leaders blur the lines between government policy and business. From Ukraine’s oligarchs to sophisticated lobbying efforts by Qatar, Vogel uncovers the tactics used to shape U.S. policy. The conversation highlights the bipartisan convergence on influence operations and raises questions about accountability in the political landscape.
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Maxwell's Preferential Treatment Inside Camp
- Ghislaine Maxwell was moved to a minimum security camp in Bryan, Texas, where inmates reported unusual perks and lockdowns to accommodate her visits.
- Fellow prisoners noticed special treatment like private showers, a single room, and extra guards that sparked resentment and suspicion.
Prisoners Punished For Speaking About Perks
- Inmates reported lockdowns and punishments for speaking to the press after complaining about Maxwell's treatment.
- One inmate returned smiling from a locked-down chapel meeting and later others were transferred for talking to reporters.
Epstein Scene Handling Raises Fresh Questions
- CBS's reporting on Epstein's death highlighted poor crime-scene handling and missing forensic protocol that complicates the case.
- The inadequacies may fuel calls to broaden investigations and release more documents as Maxwell faces congressional questioning.