Democracy Now! Audio Democracy Now! 2025-07-18 Friday
Jul 18, 2025
Ro Khanna, a Democratic Congressmember from Silicon Valley, advocates for transparency regarding the Epstein files amid political cuts threatening public media. Teresa Helm, a survivor of Epstein's abuse, underscores the need for accountability and healing, revealing personal insights into survivor narratives. Loris Taylor discusses the impact of funding cuts on Native media, while Aswin Subsang highlights the tensions surrounding Trump and Epstein’s legacy, further exploring the influence of conspiracy theories on the political landscape.
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Epstein Files Fuel MAGA Rift
- The Epstein files have become a core, almost religious belief within the MAGA movement.
- Trump's refusal to release files causes internal conflict and political damage far beyond expectations.
Survivor's Grooming Experience
- Teresa Helm was groomed through a deceptive process involving Ghislaine Maxwell before assault by Jeffrey Epstein.
- The manipulation appeared as a career opportunity, masking the danger she ultimately faced.
Call for Epstein Files Release
- Survivors urge release of Epstein files with protections for victims' identities.
- Transparency and accountability are crucial to end impunity and support healing for survivors.