Key Takeaways
- MeidasTouch's exposé on over 1 million missing Epstein files triggered a strong reaction from Donald Trump.
- A 2020 email suggested 1.2 million Epstein records from the SDNY were imaged but not fully released.
- Congressman Robert Garcia credited MeidasTouch for uncovering information on the Epstein files.
- Congressmember Ritchie Torres indicates potential FBI and DOJ whistleblowers are coming forward regarding Epstein file non-compliance.
Deep Dive
- Donald Trump responded to MeidasTouch's exposé concerning over 1 million missing Epstein files from the Southern District of New York.
- Trump posted online, characterizing the investigation as a 'Democrat-inspired hoax' and a 'witch hunt.'
- He asserted that Democrats, rather than Republicans, were involved with Jeffrey Epstein.
- MeidasTouch revealed a 2020 email indicating Southern District of New York prosecutors imaged approximately 1.2 million records from an Epstein-related hard drive.
- The email suggested these records were uploaded to a workspace, making them accessible to authorities.
- The host questioned why these records had not been readily produced, given the email's content and the Department of Justice's awareness.
- Congressman Robert Garcia credited MeidasTouch for uncovering information regarding the Epstein files.
- Garcia stated that new media organizations are crucial for holding administrations accountable.
- Donald Trump's Christmas message also criticized individuals associated with Jeffrey Epstein and blamed Trump himself.
- Congressmember Ritchie Torres, who is leading a discharge petition, stated that potential whistleblowers from the FBI and DOJ are coming forward.
- Torres indicated these individuals are emerging due to non-compliance with the law regarding Epstein files.
- He explained that Justice Department personnel not complying with the law could face obstruction of justice charges.