The David Pakman Show 11/17/25: Epstein files go nuclear as autopen scandal hits Trump
Nov 17, 2025
Former Vice President Kamala Harris discusses her new book and the 2024 campaign. The revelation of disturbing Epstein emails causes chaos in Trump's camp, leading to his bizarre behavior and dramatic shifts in position. Trump lashing out at reporters and his call for transparency raises eyebrows as he faces scrutiny over identical signatures on his pardons. The fracture within MAGA is evident as Trump distances himself from Marjorie Taylor Greene, and he reveals plans to limit voting access. Meanwhile, Harris opens up about economic priorities and campaign challenges.
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Epstein Emails Trigger Real-Time White House Panic
- Newly released Epstein emails have forced Trump from silence to anger to a public call to release the files.
- David Pakman argues this shift is a PR move because Trump can't credibly keep opposing disclosure.
Release Demand Is Likely A PR Tactic
- Trump's call to "release the files" likely aims to appear transparent while limiting actual exposure.
- Pakman says the move is tactical: accept release publicly while denying or claiming doctored content privately.
Pardons Reveal Autopen Hypocrisy
- The Trump White House replaced PDF pardons after observers found identical signatures, implying autopen use.
- Pakman highlights the hypocrisy because Trump previously attacked Biden over autopen use.
