The MeidasTouch Podcast Summary: "Senator Adam Schiff Rips Trump over Epstein Files"

Podcast Information

• Title: The MeidasTouch Podcast
• Host: MeidasTouch Network (Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas)
• Episode Title: Senator Adam Schiff Rips Trump over Epstein Files
• Release Date: July 24, 2025

Introduction

In this episode of The MeidasTouch Podcast, the Meiselas brothers delve into the latest political drama involving former President Donald Trump and the Jeffrey Epstein case. With their trademark blend of humor and incisive analysis, the hosts bring in Democratic Senator Adam Schiff to discuss Trump's recent actions and statements concerning the Epstein files, offering listeners a comprehensive look at the unfolding situation.

Trump's Controversial Statements on Epstein

The episode kicks off with the hosts highlighting Donald Trump's recent social media post defending his presidency while dismissing the Epstein scandal. Trump claimed, “We had the greatest six months of any president in the history of our country and all the fake news wants to talk about is the Jeffrey Epstein hoax” (00:30). This blatant dismissal has sparked widespread criticism, including from both sides of the political spectrum.

Trump's Oval Office Remarks: The hosts play a clip of Trump's Oval Office conversation, where he downplays Epstein's crimes and deflects blame onto other political figures:

"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..." (01:06)

"They tried to rig the election, then they got caught. And there should be very severe consequences for that." (01:44)

Senator Adam Schiff's Analysis

Host: "Senator Schiff, you've got the House of Representatives going into recess because they don't want to talk about Epstein. You have Donald Trump saying that it is a hoax and that he's got bigger scandals that he wants the media to be focused on. What do you make of all of this?" (02:03)

Senator Adam Schiff:

"It is incredible the way he is being consumed by his own mishandling of this whole Epstein business." (02:03)

"Jeffrey Epstein is a convicted child sex trafficker. Those crimes were real. There are detailed investigative files about it." (02:29)

"Donald Trump's attitude seems to be nothing to see here. Nothing to see here." (02:29)

Schiff criticizes Trump for dismissing the severity of Epstein's crimes and using the situation to deflect from his own political troubles. He highlights Trump's pattern of distracting from scandals by targeting other prominent figures, including former President Barack Obama.

DOJ's Actions and Suspicious Maneuvers

The conversation shifts to recent actions by the Department of Justice (DOJ), specifically the involvement of Trump's former criminal defense attorney, Todd Blanche, and Attorney General Pam Bondi, in attempting to secure a deposition from Ghislaine Maxwell.

Host: "Trump has Blanche and Bondi issue these statements, and Blanche goes... No one is above the law and no leads is off limits. You have Trump's former criminal defense attorney, who we position at the number two now, speaking to Ghislaine. That, that seems suspicious just a little bit." (04:16)

Senator Schiff:

"This errand that the number two person in the Justice Department, Blanche, is going on right now, is in Trump's capacity as Trump's criminal defense lawyer." (04:16)

"The whole thing just stinks to high heaven." (04:16)

Schiff expresses concern over the DOJ's actions, suggesting that Blanche's involvement with Maxwell is a direct attempt to mitigate the impact of the Epstein files on Trump by seeking a pardon or to diminish the case's significance.

Political Implications and Public Distrust

The discussion transitions to the broader political repercussions of Trump's handling of the Epstein case and his declining approval ratings.

Host: "The latest polling data shows that he's underwater in every single category. His disapproval has never been higher..." (09:49)

Senator Schiff:

"People in the White House think his numbers are bad now. Wait till they see his numbers after these health care cuts go into effect." (10:29)

"The president's agenda, deeply unpopular, dragging him down, and for good reason." (10:29)

Schiff forecasts further declines in Trump's approval, attributing them to unpopular policies such as healthcare cuts and reckless tariffs. He emphasizes the need for the Democratic Party to focus on positive initiatives, like a new housing boom reminiscent of post-World War II efforts.

Unaddressed Issues Highlighted by Schiff

In the closing segments, Senator Schiff brings attention to critical issues overshadowed by the Epstein scandal and Trump's declining popularity, particularly focusing on indiscriminate immigration enforcement.

Host: "Are there any issues out there that you think are not being discussed enough..." (11:45)

Senator Schiff:

"The detention, arrest and detention and beating of the father of three US Marines, a landscaper... his daughter talking about her heartbreak." (12:11)

"These stories of heartbreak are going on every day." (12:11)

"Families that are being so painfully impacted by this heartless and indiscriminate action against people of no criminal record, except they're here undocumented." (12:11)

Schiff underscores the human cost of the current immigration policies, sharing poignant stories of families torn apart by aggressive and often unjust enforcement actions. He calls for a more humane and thoughtful approach to immigration reform.

Conclusion

The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to support The MeidasTouch Podcast and engage with their content. The Meiselas brothers reinforce the importance of staying informed and advocating for positive change in the face of political turmoil.

Host: "Senator Adam Schiff, thanks for joining us as always. Thank you, everybody. Hit subscribe. Let's get to 6 million subscribers." (13:46)

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Donald Trump on Epstein: “We had the greatest six months of any president in the history of our country and all the fake news wants to talk about is the Jeffrey Epstein hoax!” (00:30)

• Senator Schiff on Trump's Handling: “It is incredible the way he is being consumed by his own mishandling of this whole Epstein business.” (02:03)

• Schiff on DOJ's Involvement: “The whole thing just stinks to high heaven.” (04:16)

• Schiff on Approval Ratings: “The president's agenda, deeply unpopular, dragging him down, and for good reason.” (10:29)

• Schiff on Immigration: “These stories of heartbreak are going on every day.” (12:11)

This episode provides a thorough examination of the intricate dynamics between Donald Trump’s defense strategies regarding the Epstein case and the broader political and social implications. Senator Adam Schiff offers critical insights into the potential fallout from Trump's actions, highlighting the urgent need for accountability and reform in both the Justice Department and immigration policies.