PROOF: Politicians Caught LYING About Epstein Relationship
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Takeaways
- ❖Howard Lutnik's 2005 claim of cutting ties with Epstein was contradicted by a 2012 email discussing his visit to Epstein's island.
- ❖Kevin Warsh, a potential Trump Fed chair nominee, appeared on an Epstein guest list for a 2010 St. Bart's Christmas party.
- ❖Steve Bannon conducted extensive interviews with Epstein and exchanged messages about policy, including discussions on John Bolton and Middle East geopolitics.
- ❖RFK Jr. acknowledged his association with Epstein, including fossil hunting trips.
- ❖Epstein allegedly wired $380,000 to the 2018 campaign of Albert Bryan, now Governor of the Virgin Islands, who subsequently fired the AG investigating Epstein.
- ❖Congresswoman Stacy Plaskett, from the Virgin Islands, visited Epstein's island in 2014 and previously worked for an Epstein 'fixer'.
- ❖The files implicate a wide range of bipartisan figures, including Bill Clinton, Chuck Schumer, Larry Summers, and major Democratic donors, suggesting a broad 'Epstein class' or 'deep state' network.
- ❖Donald Trump was mentioned over 35,000 times in the releases, with 5,000 direct mentions, indicating an exceptionally high level of connectivity.
Insights
1Howard Lutnik's Contradicted Account
Howard Lutnik, a significant figure in the Trump administration, publicly claimed he and his wife cut off contact with Jeffrey Epstein in 2005 due to Epstein's 'creepy' behavior at his mansion. However, new files include an email from 2012 discussing Lutnik and his wife visiting Epstein's island, directly contradicting his earlier statement. Lutnik refused to comment on the visit to a reporter, stating he 'spent zero time with him' before hanging up.
Lutnik's recorded statement about cutting ties in 2005; 2012 email discussing Lutnik's visit to Epstein's island; Lutnik's refusal to comment to a reporter.
2Kevin Warsh's Appearance on Epstein Guest List
Kevin Warsh, a potential nominee for Fed chair under Donald Trump, was identified on an Epstein guest list for a Christmas party in St. Bart's in 2010. This connection highlights the continued association of influential figures with Epstein even after his initial legal troubles.
Epstein guest list email mentioning Kevin Warsh for a St. Bart's Christmas 2010 event.
3Steve Bannon's Extensive Engagement with Epstein
Former top Trump advisor Steve Bannon conducted hours of interviews with Jeffrey Epstein and exchanged numerous messages. These communications included discussions on policy topics, such as Epstein's efforts to get John Bolton on board with Qatar's importance in the Middle East. Bannon claimed he secured Bolton's NSA job, but stated Bolton would not 'cross Sheldon Adelson,' revealing Epstein's direct conduit to the Trump administration and the influence of other powerful figures.
Roughly 2-hour compilation of interview footage between Bannon and Epstein; December 2018 exchange where Epstein discusses getting Bolton on board with Qatar, and Bannon states he got Bolton his NSA job but Bolton won't cross Sheldon Adelson.
4RFK Jr.'s Acknowledged Association
RFK Jr. was mentioned in the files, with an email from Ghislaine Maxwell to Epstein reminiscing about fossil hunting with RFK Jr. in North Dakota. RFK Jr. has openly acknowledged his past association with Epstein, even listing other controversial figures he's 'hung out with' when questioned.
Email from Ghislaine Maxwell to Epstein mentioning fossil hunting with Bobby Kennedy; RFK Jr.'s public admissions of association.
5Epstein's Influence in the US Virgin Islands
An informant claimed Epstein used a dark money group to wire $380,000 to the 2018 campaign of Albert Bryan, the current Governor of the Virgin Islands. Governor Bryan subsequently fired the local Attorney General who was leading Epstein-related investigations. Additionally, Congresswoman Stacy Plaskett, also from the Virgin Islands, visited Epstein's island in 2014 and previously worked for an Epstein 'fixer' in the territory, highlighting Epstein's deep jurisdictional influence.
DOJ document showing informant claim of $380,000 wire to Albert Bryan's campaign; Bryan firing the AG; Lee Fong's flag of Stacy Plaskett's 2014 island visit and prior employment.
6Bipartisan 'Epstein Class' and Systemic Protection
The hosts argue that the files reveal a broad 'Epstein class' that transcends partisan lines, including figures like Bill Clinton, Chuck Schumer (mentioned in an email about dinner), Larry Summers, and major Democratic donors like Reed Hoffman, alongside Republican figures. They contend that the Biden administration, despite having access to this information, did not fully surface it to defeat Donald Trump, suggesting a commitment to protecting this broader power structure over political advantage.
Mentions of Bill Clinton, Chuck Schumer, Larry Summers, Kathy Rumler (Obama White House counsel), Bill Burns (Biden's CIA director), Reed Hoffman (Dem donor); hosts' analysis of the Biden administration's inaction regarding Trump's Epstein connections.
7Donald Trump's Extensive Connectivity
Donald Trump's name and affiliations (like Mar-a-Lago) were mentioned over 35,000 times in the released documents, with Trump himself named approximately 5,000 times. This volume of mentions indicates an unparalleled level of direct connectivity to Epstein and his network compared to other implicated figures.
Host's statement on Trump/Mar-a-Lago mentions (35,000+) and direct Trump mentions (5,000+) in the files.
Bottom Line
The 'Epstein class' operates as a bipartisan, self-protective network, where powerful individuals prioritize mutual protection over public accountability, even when faced with damning evidence.
This suggests a systemic issue where political and financial elites can evade consequences for associations with illicit activities, undermining public trust in justice and governance.
Investigative journalism and public scrutiny must move beyond partisan framing to expose the interconnectedness and self-preservation mechanisms of these elite networks, regardless of political affiliation.
Epstein acted as a direct conduit for influence into the highest levels of government, engaging in policy discussions with figures like Steve Bannon and attempting to sway political outcomes in jurisdictions like the US Virgin Islands.
This indicates that Epstein's network was not merely social but actively involved in shaping policy and political landscapes, potentially leveraging compromising information or financial incentives.
Further investigation into the policy implications and specific outcomes of Epstein's political engagements could reveal the true extent of his influence and the vulnerabilities within political systems.
Lessons
- Critically evaluate public statements from politicians regarding controversial associations, especially when new documents or evidence emerge.
- Recognize that influence and corruption can transcend traditional partisan divides, necessitating scrutiny of all powerful figures regardless of their political alignment.
- Support independent media and investigative journalism that delves into complex, multi-party networks of power and influence, as mainstream outlets may face pressures to avoid implicating certain factions.
Quotes
"I was never in the room with him socially, for business, or even philanthropy. If that guy was there, I wasn't going cuz he's gross. Wow. And so I look back at it as a gift. He gave me a gift. Of a voice. And so yeah, that's my story. A one and absolutely done."
"Bannon: All roads lead to Beijing. Epstein: Or Tel Aviv. Winky face. Maybe it's not a joke."
"I think it's very clear that they were more committed to protecting the Epstein class and these, you know, this grander this broader power structure than they were defeating Donald Trump."
"Of everybody who's implicated, he is at another level in terms of the level of connectivity that he had directly to Epstein and Maxwell and this whole disgusting, depraved world."
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