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SPECIAL REPORT: Did Jeffrey Epstein Pick Trump's Cabinet?

Aug 10, 2026 · 50m

Summary

The Panicked Writer hosts discuss the confirmation of Todd Blanche as Attorney General and its implications for the Epstein files. Guest Chris Armitage argues that state authorities, particularly in New Mexico, can prosecute Blanche for witness tampering regarding Ghislaine Maxwell. Ellie Leonard reveals new evidence placing Jeffrey Epstein at Trump Tower during the 2016 cabinet selection, suggesting ongoing ties between Epstein and Trump.

Topics discussed

Introduction of guests and context on Todd Blanche's confirmation Discussion on Unitary Executive Theory and Project 2025 Ellie Leonard reveals Epstein's presence at Trump Tower in 2016 Verifying the identity of the 'unknown' person in Epstein emails Implications of Epstein's continued friendship with Trump Chris Armitage on state AGs and dual sovereignty doctrine Ghislaine Maxwell's meeting with Blanche and protocol violations Upcoming Todd Blanche testimony and missing FBI records Lev Parnas on shadow diplomacy and Epstein's network Epstein's potential cabinet role and concluding remarks
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