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Political Commentator
Wow. So Ghislaine Maxwell now fears for her life. It seems she's afraid that Donald Trump may try to kill her or send people to kill her. This after Donald Trump's Department of Justice says that they're going to be meeting with her. Donald Trump's Attorney General, Pam Bondi, I believe it's very threatening, her statement. She says that I am personally the Attorney General of the United States. I am personally going to speak with Delaine Maxwell. Well then the Deputy Attorney General, Todd Blanche, who happens to also have been Donald Trump's criminal defense attorney during the case where Trump was convicted on 34 felony counts. He's now the number two at the Department of Justice. He says he's also going to meet with Ghislaine Maxwell along with FBI agents. So Ghislaine is absolutely terrified something's going to happen to her the way something happened to Jeffrey Epstein. Now the official report with Jeffrey Epstein is that he died suicide. But Ghislaine Maxwell says no way he died by suicide. He didn't expect he was going to even be convicted based on the non prosecution agreement that he entered into with Donald Trump's former Labor Secretary, then United States Attorney for the Southern District of Florida, Alex Acosta, and that there was no reason why she thinks Epstein would ever have died by suicide. So the Daily Mail got the exclusive that she fears for her life. This, by the way, comes from her brother who says that he's been told by the Elaine that she's afraid someone's going to kill her. Here's how the Daily Mail reports it. Last week, Daily Mail revealed exclusively that Epstein's longtime girlfriend and right hand woman, Maxwell, 63, is willing to speak in front of Congress about the Epstein files. Now her brother Ian is revealing her sister's frame of mind in the wake of the botched release of all of the files. Now another important thing to note, a MAGA Republican Congress member who actually wants the files released, Congressmember Tim Burchett. He snuck in a voice vote to have a subpoena issued for Ghislaine Maxwell when some of the other MAGA Republicans were not paying attention and able to block it. So he was able to get Democrats and Republicans to do to vote for the subpoena of Ghislaine Maxwell. So as soon as that subpoena for Ghislaine Maxwell's deposition from Congress went out or was issued, then MAGA Mike Johnson shuts down Congress. He says, we're going into recess, we're leaving, and then I'll show you this clip in a little bit. MAGA Mike Johnson says the reason we're doing this is we need to give Donald Trump space to figure out how he's going to handle the Epstein situation and what Donald Trump's Attorney General, Pam Bondi, then said she was going to do. And Todd Blanche, Donald Trump's former criminal defense attorney, now deputy attorney general, they're saying they're personally meeting with her and she's absolutely terrified right now. So here's more from this Daily Mail story. Let's bring out all the receipts here, folks. Ian Maxwell communicates regularly with Ghislaine Maxwell in jail on the phone, and she told the TIME she fears for her safety. Prisons are very dangerous places and we know from Ghislaine that there are serious staff shortages and more dangerous, higher risk category prisoners now being admitted to Tallahassee, said Ian Maxwell. For sure, she remains at great, if not greater risk and has expressed her real concerns about this to me. He also said his older sister believes that Epstein may have been murdered, contradicting The DOJ and FBI's belief in the official theory that he committed suicide. The contemporaneous investigation of Epstein's death was cut short, cursory and frankly, shoddy, certainly, as regards the duties guard story the night he died, at least one distinguished independent forensic pathologist concurred with the Epstein family appointed pathologist that homicide was more likely than suicide, he added. So here's the statement now from Pam Bondi after she said she was not releasing any lists or files. And then Donald Trump said it was all a hoax created by James Comey, former President Obama, Hillary Clinton and former President Biden. Pam Bondi issues this statement yesterday. This Department of Justice does not shy away from uncomfortable truths nor from the responsibility to pursue justice wherever the facts may lead. The joint statement by the DOJ and FBI of July 6th remains as accurate today as it was when it was written, namely that in recent thorough review of the files maintained by the FBI in the Epstein case, no evidence was uncovered that could predicate an investigation against uncharged third parties. That's an important paragraph. As I read the Rest of it to you, because this is what I think that she, Pam Bondi and Todd Blanche want Ghislaine Maxwell to say in return to potentially give Ghislaine a pardoned or have her have a retrial. If she just says that paragraph, there's nothing that I saw. I'm unaware of anything. There were no connections with Donald Trump. And then the DOJ and Trump want to go case closed, and then probably give her a pardon when Donald Trump leaves office as a last minute pardon and kind of make that promise to Gillian. Let me go on and read more. President Trump has told us to release all credible evidence. Boss, it's actually not what he said. Um, he at first said, he said it's a hoax, that this is all made up, that it's one big witch hunt is actually what he said. If Ghislaine Maxwell has information about anyone who has committed crimes against victims, the FBI and the DOJ was will hear what she has to say. Therefore, at the direction of Attorney General Bondi, I have communicated with counsel for Ms. Maxwell to determine whether she would be willing to speak with prosecutors from the department. I anticipate meeting with Ms. Maxwell in the coming days. Until now, no administration on behalf of the department had inquired about her willingness to meet with the government. That changes now. Now, how odd is this? The United States Attorney General, the number one DOJ lawyer, the top prosecut in the United States, is going to be the one to meet with Ghislaine Maxwell. Also her number two. Todd Blanche, I want you to think about how odd that is. And this is false. The Department of Justice did previously reach out to Ghislaine Maxwell, you know, when, when they prosecuted her successfully for sex trafficking and she was convicted and sentenced to over 20 years. There was a prosecutor from the DOJ, you know what her name was? Maureen Comey. She was the lead prosecutor in the Southern District of New York who prosecuted Ghislaine Maxwell. So what does Maureen Comey think about all of this now? Oh, wait. Last week, the Trump regime fired Maureen Comey, the lead prosecutor against Epstein and the lead prosecutor against Elaine Maxwell. So do you see what the Trump regime did there? And this is why I also think Elaine Maxwell is scared and terrified. And they're clearly telling her through, I think that first paragraph, basically say you saw nothing and maybe we can talk. Maybe there's a deal that can be made. Remember that Ghislaine Maxwell's family previously wrote an open letter that they published online saying, donald, you should honor deals. There was a Non prosecution agreement entered into by your former labor secretary, the United States Attorney from the Southern District of Florida, who said that you couldn't prosecute Epstein and you couldn't prosecute Epstein's co conspirators. Honor that deal and now we're seeing this. Then they fire Maureen Comey, the lead prosecutor, who would never be okay with the Attorney General and Todd Blanche having an unmonitored conversation with Ghislaine Maxwell in this type of way, in this type of forum. Todd Blanche, the number two, the deputy Attorney general, Trump's former criminal defense lawyer. He says justice demand courage. First time the Department of Justice is reaching out to Ghislaine Maxwell to ask, what do you know? How could you not interpret that as a threat? And again, that's not the first time. The first time the government reached out was when they criminally prosecuted her back in 2019 at Attorney General Pam Bondi's direction. I've contacted her counsel. I intend to meet with her soon. No one is above the law and no lead is off limits. And again, I interpret that as a threat. So then Donald Trump was asked in the Oval Office during that bizarre presser that he did with the president, Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Of Philippines, Trump was asked, do you support the DOJ seeking an interview with Ghislaine Maxwell? Here's what Trump said. Let's play it. Do you support the Justice Department seeking an interview with Elaine Maxwell?
Donald Trump
I don't know anything about it. They're going to what, meet her?
Political Commentator
Your deputy Attorney General is reached out to Delaney, Maxwell's attorney, asking for.
Donald Trump
Yeah, I don't know about it, but I think it's something that would be. Sounds appropriate to.
Political Commentator
Do you know your former attorney would be conducting the interview?
Donald Trump
No, I have no concern. He's very. He's a very talented person. He's very smart. I didn't know that they were going to do it. I. I don't really follow that too much. It's. So it's sort of a witch hunt. Just a continuation of the witch hunt. The witch hunt that you should be talking about is they caught President Obama absolutely cold.
Political Commentator
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Donald Trump
I don't know. I haven't really been following it too much. I just wish her well, Frankly, I've met her numerous times over the years, especially since I lived in Palm beach and I guess they live in Palm beach, but I wish her well, whatever it is.
Political Commentator
Mr. President, Ghislaine Maxwell has been arrested on allegations of child sex trafficking. Why would you wish such a person well?
Donald Trump
I don't know that, but I do know that she has.
Political Commentator
She's been arrested for that.
Donald Trump
Her friend or boyfriend, Epstein was either killed or committed suicide in jail. She's now in jail. Yeah. I wish you well. I'd wish you well. I'd wish a lot of people well. Good luck. Let them prove somebody was guilty. I mean, you do know that.
Political Commentator
Oh, so you're saying you hope she doesn't die in jail? Is that what you mean by wish her well?
Donald Trump
Her boyfriend died in jail and people are still trying to figure out how did it happen? Was it suicide? Was he killed? And I do wish her well. I'm not looking for anything bad for her. I'm not looking bad for anybody. And they took that.
Political Commentator
And I mean, she's a child sex trafficker.
Donald Trump
Big deal. But all it Is, is her boyfriend died. He died in jail. Was he killed? Was it suicide? I do. I wish it well.
Political Commentator
Okay, now here is MAGA Mike Johnson saying that he's going to bring Congress into recess so that Donald Trump can have the opportunity. The space is what MAGA Mike says. Let's give Trump the space to figure out how to deal with this. Here's Magamike saying in his own words, let's play it.
MAGA Mike Johnson
As I've said many times, there's no daylight between the White House and the House. You have to allow the legislation to ripen, and you also have to allow the administration the space to do what it is doing. The President has said clearly, and he has now ordered his DOJ to do what it is we've all needed DOJ to do for years now, and that is to get everything released. So they're in the process of that. There's, there's no purpose for Congress to push an administration to do something that they're already doing.
Political Commentator
Okay, it's all adding up right now. What additional data do we know? Mark Epstein, Jeffrey Epstein's brother, he just did an interview with CNN where he responds to a question or the White House statement that Trump was never in Epstein's office. And Mark Epstein's brother's like, of course he was in Epstein's office. He was there all the time. Here, play this clip, something that the.
Mark Epstein
White House told us yesterday. We talked to a woman who accused your brother of sexual assault, and she also talked about an encounter with Trump at your brother's office. This was in 1995. She found it disturbing. She said she told the FBI twice to look into people around your brother, including Trump. But she talked about this incident that she said happened in his office and the White House. Their response to us, Mark, they were categorical. They said, quote, the President was never in Epstein's office. That. Is that true?
That's just the blame. That's just another blatant lie because he was there. The people that worked for Jeffrey in his office, you can find him. They can testify that they saw Trump in Jeffrey's office on numerous occasions. You know, so for him to say he wasn't there, all I could say is that's just, just another lie.
Political Commentator
Now, Mark Epstein says that again. Let's play it.
Mark Epstein
Mark, you know, from what, you know, from what you saw, how close was your brother to Donald Trump?
They were very close. They were good friends. Jeffrey used to sometimes tell me things that Donald said that were funny. I know Donald was in Jeff's office a lot back in the 90s. It's documented that Donald flew on Jeff's plane a number of times. I don't know if they ever checked, but I know Jeff full on Donald's plane also. I don't know if they've ever looked at his flight logs. And they were good friends. I flew on Jeff's plane. It's known. I was on a plane in 1999 flying up from Florida and Donald was with us and they were all joking around. They were good friends.
Political Commentator
CNN also was able to dig up additional photos of Donald Trump with Epstein here.
CNN Reporter
Let's play this clip of Epstein entering the reception at the Plaza Hotel. We can also see him in the background of another picture. That's Howard Stern on the far right along with Robin Leach from Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous. And Epstein is behind them at the wedding, almost seeming to be photobombing them. We also found this photo from just a few months earlier. Donald Trump with two of his children talking to Jeffrey Epstein. That's at the opening of the Harley Davidson Cafe in New York in October 1993. You can see Ivana there. She would have been just about to turn 12 years old in that photo.
Mark Epstein
Yeah, you can see Ivanka right there between. It looks like between Trump and Epstein. All right, these are never before seen photos.
Political Commentator
Now back in June, July Rather, of 2023, Jesse Waters ran this exclusive. Jeffrey, Jeffrey Epson and Ghislaine Maxwell rate Maria Farmer in 1996 when she called the FBI, FBI, they hung up on her. They let him off the hook. And with a sweetheart plea deal in 2008, how many other abused women were there because the FBI did nothing? So Fox previously presented Maria Farmer as a valid authentic witness against Epstein. Well, now with audio surfacing of Maria Farmer saying, I was in Epstein's office, okay? And Donald Trump shows up and Donald Trump points at me. And then Epstein says, no, no, she's not the one for you. Go in there, go in the other room. Maria Farmer was in the office, Epstein's office, with Trump and Epstein here. Play this clip.
Maria Farmer
The time that is most memorable to me is the time when he hit on me because I was in the office. It was one of the first times I started working for Donald Trump's a sleaze bag. Okay? Yes, it was when I started working for Epstein and it was 9 o' clock at night and Jeffrey Epstein's office was totally empty. I told the New York Times this, but of course, they don't tell the whole thing. Right. Even Though Mike Baker is amazing, but they. They would not allow him to tell the truth. So, basically, I go into this office. It's nine o' clock at night, and I sit down and a few minutes later, and I'm wearing running clothes. Okay. So it was really weird. It's 9 o' clock at night and I'm wearing running clothes because I didn't have money. So I did jog up there, right. And so I just struggled, you know, for so long. So I'm like, up there in the office, seated, and I've got my, you know, my running clothes on, so my legs are showing. And in walks this man that, when I called, when I reported into the FBI, said that game show host, Donald Trump, because I played with the game show host. Yeah, he's so cheesy, you know. But anyway, so I said. I mean, I said hello to, you know, he walks in, and I just kind of acknowledged him, like a head nod or something. And he immediately starts. He's seated across. I mean, standing across the room for me. And I'm seating. Seated, and he's like, oh, Maria. I mean, no, he didn't. Sorry, I was just looking at something. He. He's standing across the room and he's looking at me, and I'm like, oh, gross. You know, this guy's so gross. Anyway, he's just looking. Glaring at my legs, like, yum. I felt. I told my sister I felt like I was his dinner or his lunch, you know?
Political Commentator
Yeah.
Maria Farmer
The way he was looking at me. So Epstein comes in, and by the way, I did not look good. I was like, not a pretty. I'm not exceptionally beautiful or anything like that. These are just gross people. You know what I mean?
Political Commentator
Yeah, yeah.
Maria Farmer
So I'm just like a normal person who went on a run and I'm seated there. So he assumed I was there for him. And this is how I know Epstein walks up to him and goes, no, no, she's not here for you. And. And they were smirking. And Epstein whispered something. He goes, go in there and what? And so Trump, at 9 o' clock at night, goes in the other room. There's someone in there for him.
Political Commentator
Right? Right.
Maria Farmer
I don't know who, but Epstein said, no, no, no, she's not here for you.
Political Commentator
And Virginia Giuffre, who recently allegedly died by suicide in Australia, she talked about when she was an underage girl, how she was a towel girl at Mar a Lago, she was homeless. She then got a job as the towel girl in the Mar A Lago. Spa. And that's where Ghislaine Maxwell found her and brought her to Epstein to be sex trafficked. And then she was sex trafficked. Here, play this clip.
Maria Farmer
Virginia Roberts was working in the spa at Donald Trump's Mar A Lago Club.
Political Commentator
In Palm beach when British socialite Ghislaine.
Maria Farmer
Maxwell introduced her to multimillionaire Jeffrey Epstein.
Virginia Giuffre
The training started immediately. I mean it was everything down to how to give a blowjob, how to be quiet, be subservient, give Jeffrey what he wants. A lot of this training came from Ghislaine herself. And being a woman, it kind of surprises you that a woman could actually let stuff like that happen, but not only let it happen, but to groom you into doing it. And then there's Jeffrey who's telling you, I want it this way. No, go slower and don't do that and do this.
Political Commentator
And here is Virginia Giuffre saying it again. Here, play this clip.
Virginia Giuffre
I was recruited at a very young age from Mar a Lago and entrapped in a world that I didn't understand. And I've been fighting that very world to this day. And I won't stop fighting. I will never be silenced until these people are brought to justice.
Political Commentator
Happened at Mar a Lago. There's, there's also in Ghislaine Maxwell's trial a 14 year old girl who testified as Jane Doe that Ghislaine Maxwell brought her over and introduced her to Donald Trump in a civil case regarding that circumstance. That 14 year old girl said that Donald Trump basic or Epstein made remarks to Donald. What do you think about this one? How do you think about what? Do you like this one? So those are just the facts that are out there. So we know what's out there already. And I understand why Ghislaine Maxwell must fear for her life given all of these circumstances and what the Trump regime is now saying and what Maga Mike is saying. So you have all the data folks, I've laid it out I think pretty clearly. Judge it how you, how you will. I laid out a lot here and my opinion how she must feel. But you heard her brother so that's not opinion what her brother said. So think about what what you feel Hit Subscribe. Let's get to 6 million subscribers. The truth is more important than ever. Check out our new Truth over Lies collection at store Midas Touch.com All 100% USA Union made.
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The MeidasTouch Podcast - Episode Summary: "Ghislaine Fears for Her Life After Trump Response"
Episode Details
In this compelling episode, the Meiselas brothers delve into the harrowing developments surrounding Ghislaine Maxwell following recent interactions with former President Donald Trump's administration. The discussion intertwines serious political analysis with the brothers' signature humor and brotherly banter, offering listeners an in-depth exploration of the intersection between high-profile legal cases and political maneuvering.
The episode opens with a detailed examination of Ghislaine Maxwell's recent expression of fear for her safety amid ongoing legal scrutiny. The brothers highlight Maxwell's concerns following statements from high-ranking Department of Justice officials connected to Donald Trump.
Key Discussion Points:
Notable Quote:
“As I've said many times, there's no daylight between the White House and the House. You have to allow the legislation to ripen...” – MAGA Mike Johnson (13:36)
A significant portion of the episode focuses on the alleged connections between Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein, as well as Maxwell's role within this controversial network.
Key Discussion Points:
Notable Quotes:
“They were very close. They were good friends... I know Donald was in Jeff's office a lot back in the 90s.” – Mark Epstein (15:14)
“I wish her well... I didn't know that they were going to do it. It’s a witch hunt.” – Donald Trump (09:58)
The Meiselas brothers analyze the DOJ's strategic approach in handling Maxwell's case, suggesting potential political motivations behind recent actions.
Key Discussion Points:
Notable Quote:
“I'm unaware of anything. There were no connections with Donald Trump.” – Pam Bondi (07:45)
The episode explores the broader political implications of Maxwell’s case and the public's reaction to the DOJ's actions.
Key Discussion Points:
Notable Quote:
“No one is above the law and no lead is off limits. And again, I interpret that as a threat.” – Political Commentator (09:58)
Wrapping up the episode, the Meiselas brothers emphasize the importance of uncovering the truth behind high-profile cases like Maxwell's and the necessity of holding powerful individuals accountable. They urge their listeners, the MeidasMighty, to stay informed and vigilant in the pursuit of justice and transparency within the political landscape.
MAGA Mike Johnson on DOJ Actions:
“As I've said many times, there's no daylight between the White House and the House...” (13:36)
Mark Epstein on Trump’s Friendship:
“They were very close. They were good friends... I know Donald was in Jeff's office a lot back in the 90s.” (15:14)
Donald Trump on Maxwell:
“I wish her well... It’s a witch hunt.” (09:58)
Pam Bondi on DOJ’s Findings:
“I'm unaware of anything. There were no connections with Donald Trump.” (07:45)
Political Commentator on DOJ's Threat:
“No one is above the law and no lead is off limits. And again, I interpret that as a threat.” (09:58)
Timestamps Reference:
Note: Timestamp links are placeholders and should direct to the corresponding moments in the podcast transcript.
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