The NewsWorthy Trump's Epstein Reversal, Flight Restrictions Lifted & 50-Year Mortgages? - Monday, November 17, 2025
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Nov 17, 2025 In a surprising shift, Trump supports releasing Epstein-related documents but wants specific investigations into Democrats. As immigration becomes a priority, resources for critical DHS investigations are reportedly dwindling. Meanwhile, air travel could see fewer delays thanks to lifted federal restrictions, and tariffs on certain products are being removed to ease grocery prices. Plus, the discussion sparks around a new 50-year mortgage proposal, with mixed reactions from potential homebuyers.
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Trump Backs Epstein File Transparency
- President Trump shifted to supporting full public release of Epstein-related documents after his name appeared in many emails.
- He directed a Justice Department probe into Democrats named in files while excluding himself from that list.
More Pardons For January 6 Cases
- President Trump issued new pardons tied to January 6th, including for people with related gun charges.
- The White House frames the pardons as correcting 'weaponization' of the Justice Department under Biden.
Immigration Focus Is Shifting DHS Priorities
- DHS redirected thousands of agents to immigration enforcement, slowing other investigations like child sex crimes and oil-smuggling probes.
- The shift expands ICE's budget and pulls personnel from FBI, DEA, ATF, and other agencies.
