Inside Trump's Head Trump Knows Epstein Could Be His Mortal Threat
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Jan 16, 2026 Michael Wolff joins Joanna Coles to explore how Trump navigates crises, from legal troubles to media manipulation. They discuss the shifting landscape of CBS News and the right-leaning agenda emerging within mainstream media. Trump's obsession with Greenland and Venezuela serves as a distraction from mounting pressures, including the looming threat of Epstein. The conversation delves into the darker side of media control, the implications of recent press raids, and the intertwining of political and personal lives in the Trump world.
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Trump Seeks Media Control
- Donald Trump targets media ownership as a core lever of power and influence.
- Michael Wolff argues Trump seeks control because an allied media reduces criticism and enlarges his platform.
Corporate Deals Tied To Political Approval
- The Ellison acquisition of Paramount is described as a vehicle to curry Trump's favor.
- Wolff says media buyers promise friendlier coverage to secure Trump's approval for bigger deals.
Noisy Factory Interview Fumble
- Joanna Coles recounts a botched CBS interview on a noisy Ford assembly line that muffled the audio.
- She uses it as an example of rookie television mistakes under new CBS leadership.