The Trump Report Trump ‘can’t kill’ Epstein scandal as dozens of Republicans prepare to abandon him
Nov 14, 2025
Charlie Sykes, an influential conservative commentator and author, dives into the implications of recent Epstein emails linking him to Donald Trump. He explores whether these revelations could suggest blackmail and their potential political fallout. With predictions that dozens of Republicans may defy Trump to push for the release of Epstein files, Sykes highlights the growing tensions within the party. He also critiques how right-wing commentators are framing the situation, marking it as a pivotal moment for both Trump and GOP dynamics.
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Trump's Unusual Intensity Signals Risk
- Charlie Sykes argues the Epstein emails raise real questions because Trump is spending extraordinary political capital to block their release.
- The level of effort to quash the files suggests Trump fears a bombshell could be in them.
Emails Reinforce Known Connections
- Sykes says the emails don't reveal anything entirely new: Trump and Epstein were longtime associates with ample prior evidence.
- The emails nevertheless shred Trump's repeated denials and undermine his alternative narrative.
Epstein Actively Monitored And Threatened Trump
- The released messages show Epstein monitored Trump, shopped kompromat, and discussed photos and lawyers to use against him.
- That pattern raises the security question of whether Trump could be compromised or blackmailed.
