The MeidasTouch Podcast Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi on Holding Trump Accountable
Jul 23, 2025
Join Democratic Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi as he dives into his mission to hold Trump and MAGA accountable. He discusses the latest political maneuvers, including a Republican cover-up and the complexities of victim protection in the Epstein case. The conversation highlights the dysfunction within Congress, especially the Freedom Caucus's impact on legislation, and addresses rising economic anxiety tied to Trump's policies. Krishnamoorthi emphasizes the urgency for accountability and transparency in today's political climate.
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Congressional Delay Shields Trump
- MAGA Mike Johnson seeks to delay congressional action to give the Trump administration space for transparency on the Epstein files.
- This move effectively halts legislative progress and shields Trump amid scrutiny.
Trump's Epstein File Strategy
- Trump labels the Epstein scandal a hoax and orders FBI agents to flag references to his name.
- This suggests a strategy to control information to protect Trump rather than aid victims.
Republican Infighting on Epstein
- Republican Tim Burchett moved to subpoena Ghislaine Maxwell to appear before the Oversight Committee.
- There is notable infighting within the Republican party on how to handle the Epstein situation.