System Update with Glenn Greenwald Trump Mocks Concerns About Epstein; Trump Continues Biden's Policy of Arming Ukraine; Trump and Lula Exchange Barbs Over Brazil
Jul 9, 2025
Trump brushes off concerns over the Epstein case, surprising many given his past promises. He continues Biden's military support for Ukraine, raising eyebrows among his followers. The discussion shifts to Brazil, where Trump's remarks stoke tensions between Lula and Bolsonaro, revealing a complicated web of political intrigue. This leads to reflections on the impact of U.S. foreign policy and the fragile dynamics within Brazilian politics. The interplay of accountability, international relations, and domestic issues is both complex and compelling.
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Epstein Case U-Turn
- Trump and key officials promised to release incriminating Epstein files but abruptly closed the case with no new disclosures.
- They now claim there is no client list, contradicting years of public claims and accusations against others for hiding it.
Trump Dismisses Epstein Questions
- Trump mocked inquiries about Epstein, dismissing continued questions as trivial amid other pressing events.
- This dismissal came despite his own MAGA base's demands for answers over years.
Client List Confusion and Intelligence Ties
- Pam Bondi admitted the client list was never a specific item they planned to release; it was a misunderstanding.
- She declined to speculate on ties between Epstein and intelligence agencies, suggesting that question remains unaddressed.