Swamp Notes Trump changes tack on the Epstein files
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Nov 21, 2025 
Lauren Fedor, Deputy Washington bureau chief at the Financial Times, and Chris Cook, Senior reporter for the FT in London, tackle the rapid congressional push to release Jeffrey Epstein documents. They discuss Trump’s unexpected shift to support the bill, the implications of new emails revealing high-profile connections, and the pressure to unveil Epstein's dealings. The duo also examines why Epstein remains a significant political issue, linking him to distrust in institutions and the challenges it presents to Trump's anti-establishment image.
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Congress Acts Rapidly On Epstein Files
- Congress moved unusually fast to pass a bill compelling release of Jeffrey Epstein documents.
- The House and Senate approved the measure overwhelmingly and it reached the president's desk within hours.
Epstein: Conviction, Arrest And Lingering Questions
- Jeffrey Epstein was a well-connected financier convicted in 2008 and arrested again in 2019 before dying in jail.
- His case raised questions about powerful associates and how he amassed wealth and protection.
What The DOJ Files Likely Contain
- The 'Epstein files' encompass sealed DOJ materials compiled by prosecutors for the expected federal trial.
- Those files may reveal what prosecutors knew about Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell and possible co-conspirators.