Newsnight S46E232 · The US in the Kremlin

Name: The US in the Kremlin
Released: 2025-12-02

Air date: 2025-12-02 30m

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President Putin warns Europe he is ready for war as he meets Donald Trump's son-in-law in Moscow. Where next for the Ukraine peace process? Four years after the murder of Sarah Everard, the prime minister says it's 'totally unacceptable that women don’t feel safe going about their lives'. Where is their long-promised strategy to deal with the issue? Newsnight asks a government minister. With Victoria Derbyshire.

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135 135. 'It's Obvious This Labour leadership Wants Me Out'2025-07-17 · 29mAs Diane Abbott is suspended from the Labour Party for a second time, she tells Newsnight, 'It's obvious this Labour leadership wants me out'. Plus, will anyone be held accountable
136 136. The Epstein Files: Trump lashes out2025-07-18 · 30mIs President Trump panicking? As he comes under more pressure over his former friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, he goes to war with Rupert Murdoch. We hear live from congresswoman A
137 137. Epping protests 'a powder keg'2025-07-21 · 30mThe Essex town of Epping is a 'powder keg', the leader of the district council tells Newsnight, after a weekend of arrests and protests outside a hotel housing asylum seekers. We a
138 138. A deal for Ghislaine Maxwell?2025-07-22 · 30mCould jailed Ghislaine Maxwell do a deal with the US Department of Justice over information about Jeffrey Epstein's former clients? Plus, with Ofcom changes to online child safety
139 139. Migrant Hotels: More Disorder to Come?2025-07-23 · 30mAnother night of protests and counter-protests at a London hotel set to house asylum seekers. Some politicians say we need to be ready for more disorder, but what is being done rig
140 140. Could Epstein overshadow Trump's UK visit?2025-07-24 · 30mThe night before Donald Trump flies to Scotland, fresh developments emerge about the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. Newsnight speaks to a lawyer who has represented both Trump and Epstei
141 141. Trump arrives in Scotland2025-07-25 · 30mPresident Trump touches down in Scotland for his golf course visit, but have questions about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell left him heading for his bu
142 142. Trump: Gaza hunger must end2025-07-28 · 30mAs Donald Trump says there is 'real starvation' in Gaza, Keir Starmer presents him with a peace plan and summons the cabinet for an emergency meeting. Is the US president losing pa
143 143. Farage in Row With Government Minister2025-07-29 · 30mThe battle to keep children safe online becomes an extraordinary war of words offline, as a cabinet minister says Nigel Farage's criticism of the Online Safety Act puts him on the
144 144. Democrats Pressure Trump on Epstein Files2025-07-30 · 30mSenate Democrats are turning to an obscure law to try and force Donald Trump to release the full contents of the Epstein files. Will this pile the pressure on the President? Newsni
145 145. Why Are Channel Crossings Up?2025-07-31 · 30mThe number of migrants crossing the Channel in a year hits 25,000 in record time. Is this proof that the smuggling gangs remain unsmashed? Or is too soon to say? Newsnight hears on
146 146. Trump Deploys Nuclear Submarines2025-08-01 · 30mA war of words between Donald Trump and a Russian politician has seen the US president deploy two nuclear submarines in response to 'foolish and inflammatory' threats. Will the mov
147 147. Starmer’s Small Boats Promise2025-08-04 · 30mKeir Starmer says he’ll end 'gimmicks and broken promises' on small boat crossings, with the detention of those to be sent back to France expected to begin within days. Can the pri
148 148. Government Braced for Asylum Protests2025-08-05 · 30mA fresh waves of asylum hotel protests are expected to take place this weekend, just as the government moves ahead with its ‘one-in-out-out’ small boats agreement with France. Does
149 149. French Wildfires2025-08-06 · 30mWildfires in southern France have scorched an area larger than Paris, with thousands evacuated. Is this the new normal? And, a woman whose brother died in the Air India crash and t
150 150. Putin-Trump Summit2025-08-07 · 30mThe presidents of Russia and America are to meet. Will they agree a Ukraine deal? And Israeli prime minister Netanyahu threatens to occupy the whole of Gaza. Would his army general
151 151. Trump's Ukraine deal?2025-08-08 · 31mPresident Trump says he is 'getting close to a deal on Ukraine' and that there will be 'swapping of territories' to do so. How will Ukraine respond? Plus, as US vice-president JD
152 152. Trump Deploys National Guard to DC2025-08-11 · 30mPresident Trump takes control of Washington DC police, and deploys the National Guard to the capital to crack down on what he describes as ‘violent gangs’ and ‘bloodthirsty crimina
153 153. Can European leaders persuade Trump on Ukraine deal?2025-08-12 · 30mEuropean leaders have one last chance to stop President Trump doing a Ukraine deal above their heads with President Putin. An ex-Pentagon official and ex-Nato policy chief tell us
154 154. Europe Tells Trump: Don't Sell Us Out2025-08-13 · 30mIt's the most important week for European security since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine back in 2022 - and today Europe's leaders told President Trump: don't sell
155 155. Can Trump Close the Ukraine Deal?2025-08-14 · 30mOn the eve of the Alaska summit, can Trump close the deal with both Putin and Zelensky? And why are Afghans who helped the British and fled the Taliban being deported back to Afgha
156 156. Trump and Putin finally meet2025-08-15 · 31mThe American and Russian presidents meet in Alaska to carve out a Ukraine deal. Will it happen and will the Ukrainians hate it? And Newsnight reveals a new Afghan data leak. With
157 157. Is Ukraine Breakthrough Close?2025-08-18 · 39mHigh noon at the White House as a new Nato-style security guarantee is unveiled for Ukraine. Will Putin really accept it? Plus, as the children's commissioner for England shares ex
158 158. Epping asylum seeker hotel to close2025-08-19 · 30mEpping Forest District Council is triumphant after a legal victory over the government means that asylum seekers must leave the Bell Hotel. Will other councils now follow? Former
159 159. How to House UK Migrants?2025-08-20 · 30mThe government is scrambling for migrant housing solutions following the Epping judgement, after the local council there won its case to close the Bell Hotel. Can other councils do
160 160. The Epstein Files2025-08-21 · 30mA US congressional committee will finally see Justice Department investigation files relating to the late paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. What might they reveal? Plus, as energy and fo
161 161. Why Did the FBI Raid John Bolton?2025-08-22 · 30monald Trump's former national security advisor and now his harsh critic, John Bolton, gets raided by the FBI. Who ordered it and why? And home secretary Yvette Cooper launches an a
162 162. Farage: Deport All Illegals2025-08-26 · 30mNigel Farage says the only way to stop the boats is to detain and deport anyone who enters the UK illegally. Is he right? Newsnight speaks to Reform's deputy leader Richard Tice. A
163 163. Lib Dems Snub Trump2025-08-27 · 30mThe leader of the Liberal Democrats Ed Davey says he'll boycott President Trump's state visit next month - will others follow suit? All eyes on Gaza as President Trump chairs a me
164 164. Green v Green2025-08-28 · 30mTwo Green leadership hopefuls debate the issues ahead of the party's leadership election. In which political direction is the party going? As TV presenter Rylan Clark goes viral f
165 165. Epping hotel ruling: a real win for the government?2025-08-29 · 30mVictory for the government over housing refugees at the Bell Hotel, but will it end up feeling like a defeat? Plus Essex County Council says that staff should speak out if they fee
166 166. Will the PM’s Reshuffle Work?2025-09-01 · 30mWhy is Sir Keir Starmer's Downing Street shake-up a big deal? The prime minister says his staff reshuffle will make the centre of government more powerful and allow him to drive th
167 167. Green Party’s New Leader on Newsnight2025-09-02 · 30mThe government's long-term borrowing costs reach a 27-year high, piling further pressure on the chancellor: how would the newly elected Green Party leader square that with his part
168 168. Can Rayner Survive?2025-09-03 · 30mDeputy prime minister Angela Rayner is having to explain how she failed to pay £40,000 in stamp duty. Can she keep her job? And Nigel Farage goes to Washington to criticise Starmer
169 169. Rayner on the brink?2025-09-04 · 30mAs we learn more about the deputy prime minister's stamp duty row, can she hang on? Can the political centre claim the England flag or is it now a flag of the right? Paddy O'Connel
170 170. Rayner and a Reshuffle2025-09-05 · 40mAngela Rayner gives up the fight for her job after she's found to have broken the Ministerial Code. As the PM reshuffles furiously, how damaged is his government? Also, former Tru
171 171. The Battle for the Labour Deputy Leadership2025-09-08 · 30mMPs are jostling for votes as they prepare to crown a new deputy leader. But whose face will fit the frame? And, in an exclusive interview with Nick Watt, Conservative leader Kemi
172 172. Israel Strikes Doha2025-09-09 · 30mAs Israel escalates its war into Qatar, Hamas claims its leadership survived the strikes on the country’s capital, Doha. With the US made aware that the attack was going ahead, but
173 173. Charlie Kirk shot dead2025-09-10 · 31mOne of the United States' most influential conservative talk radio hosts, Charlie Kirk, is assassinated by a gunman in Utah. What does it mean for America? Should Peter Mandelson
174 174. US after the Charlie Kirk assassination2025-09-11 · 30mHow will America be affected by its most high-profile political murder in decades? How dangerous is this moment for the US? Will divisions deepen or can the US come together? And,
175 175. Starmer's September blues2025-09-12 · 30mAt the end of another bad week for Keir Starmer, his backbenchers ask whether he can survive to the next election. And, the governor of Utah calls out social media after the assass
176 176. Embattled Starmer prepares to welcome the President2025-09-15 · 30mPresident Trump likes to back winners; but as he lands in the UK some Labour MPs call Sir Keir Starmer an electoral loser. So how does the prime minister maintain his own special r
177 177. Trump touches down in the UK2025-09-16 · 30mPresident Trump arrives in the UK for his second state visit. Amid all the pomp, what will success look like for both Number 10 and the White House? And will questions over Jeffrey
178 178. The Trump State Visit2025-09-17 · 30mThe King intervenes on Ukraine as President Trump gets the full red carpet treatment at Windsor Castle. Will it make any difference? With Victoria Derbyshire.
179 179. Trump Visit Turns Political2025-09-18 · 31mDay two of the President Trump's state visit and the ceremonial gives way to politics. Putin, Gaza, Mandelson and even Jimmy Kimmel are on the agenda for Donald Trump and Sir Keir
180 180. Kimmel Axed: Where is this heading?2025-09-19 · 30mThe left and the entertainment world react to the cancelling of US late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. Is freedom of speech under attack or did he just get it wrong? And did Keir Starmer
181 181. Trump’s 'Dangerous' Autism Claim2025-09-22 · 30mPresident Trump urges pregnant women to stop taking paracetamol as he links the drug to autism in children. Former director of National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Dise
182 182. Trump’s shift on Ukraine2025-09-23 · 30mPresident Trump suddenly announces that he thinks Ukraine can win back all its land taken by Russia, weeks after suggesting Ukraine would have to give up some of its land in order
183 183. Zelensky's UN plea to stop Putin2025-09-24 · 30mThe Ukranian president warns the United Nations that Putin must be stopped or their war will spread. But who can do that? And is Nigel Farage trying the Trump playbook on the medic
184 184. 'Strip the Duchess of York of her title' say Virginia Giuffre's family...2025-09-25 · 30mSarah Ferguson faces calls to be stripped of her title from the family of Virginia Giuffre, the woman who accused Prince Andrew of trafficking her as a teenager. Faisal Islam talks
185 185. Labour's Liverpool Revamp - Will It Work?2025-09-26 · 30mKeir Starmer takes on Nigel Farage's Reform UK with ID cards. Will it be enough to stop Labour conference delegates asking about the party's poll ratings? Meanwhile, the PM says an
186 186. 29/09/20252025-09-29 · 30mInsights and global interviews on the crucial news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire
187 187. Starmer takes the fight to Farage: Will it work?2025-09-30 · 30mHas Sir Keir Starmer silenced his critics by taking the fight to Reform - and if he has, what's next? Newsnight hosts a Labour conference special looking at the prime minister’s sp
188 188. Racism and misogyny exposed in London's police2025-10-01 · 30mAn undercover BBC investigation reveals racism and misogyny by police officers. We get reaction from a woman whose murdered daughters were mocked by Met Police constables, later ja
189 189. Manchester Synagogue Killings2025-10-02 · 30mA man kills two people outside a Manchester synagogue on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. Two more are injured and police shoot dead the attacker, who police bel
190 190. Home Secretary: Palestine Marches are 'Un-British'2025-10-03 · 30mProtests against the Palestine Action ban are scheduled for the weekend, with the home secretary saying they are 'un-British'. Should they be called off? And as the Jewish communit
191 191. Kemi Badenoch: are voters listening?2025-10-06 · 30mThe Tories are in Manchester for their party conference. They have policies, but do they have anyone's attention? Also, former FBI boss James Comey is due in court charged with lyi
192 192. Kemi: I'll Slash the Deficit2025-10-07 · 30mKemi Badenoch will dangle the prospect of tax cuts to the electorate in her big conference speech tomorrow, but only within what she describes as her new 'golden rule'. Is the next
193 193. Did Kemi Badenoch Charm Her Party?2025-10-08 · 30mIt was her first keynote conference speech as Conservative leader and some say it was also her last. Did Kemi Badenoch do enough to see off the plotters for her crown? And after bi
194 194. Gaza peace within reach?2025-10-09 · 30mA ceasefire in Gaza, with peace seemingly in reach after two years of conflict. President Trump has claimed this as a stunning victory for his own diplomacy. Paddy O'Connell asks h
195 195. Donald Trump: Global Peacemaker or American Autocrat?2025-10-10 · 30mAs the Gaza ceasefire agreement looks set to be completed, Donald Trump is about to head to Israel to see the hostage release. Is this how he will be remembered, or will it be for
196 196. What Next for Gaza?2025-10-13 · 30mAs an historic ceasefire comes into effect, and all living Israeli hostages returned to their homes, what will happen next in Gaza? Can lasting peace be achieved, and if so how? An
197 197. Gavin Williamson v Boris Johnson2025-10-14 · 30mBoris Johnson's decision to close schools in England in 2021 was 'panicked' and 'unnecessary', according to Gavin Williamson, the education secretary at the time. Is he right? Also
198 198. Why hasn’t more been done to protect children?2025-10-15 · 32mThe head of the seven-year, multi-million pound investigation into child sexual abuse in England and Wales tells Newsnight she's 'frustrated' that only two of her 20 recommendation
199 199. Starmer Condemns Israeli Football Ban2025-10-16 · 30m"The wrong decision". The prime minister attacks plans to ban Israeli football fans from a European tie at Villa Park in Birmingham over safety concerns, saying antisemitism on the
200 200. The Duke of York Loses His Titles2025-10-17 · 30mPrince Andrew stays Prince Andrew but loses his Duke of York titles and the rest of his royal honours. Newsnight speaks exclusively to the family of the woman who accused the Princ
201 201. Prince Andrew Accuser: Her Story2025-10-20 · 30mIn a UK broadcast exclusive, the co-author of Virginia Giuffre's posthumous memoir, Amy Wallace, calls on Prince Andrew to tell the authorities what he knows. Also, we speak to Ma
202 202. Prince Andrew: A Matter for the Palace?2025-10-21 · 30mHis conduct, his finances, his mansion - the intense scrutiny on Prince Andrew continues. Is something else going to have to give? Annie Farmer, one of Epstein's first accusers, sp
203 203. Will Prince Andrew Get Grilled by MPs?2025-10-22 · 30mThe prime minister backs a parliamentary committee inquiry into the finances of Prince Andrew. Is the former Duke of York on a collision course with parliament? And the grooming in
204 204. Welsh woes for Labour?2025-10-23 · 30mAre we on the brink of a political earthquake in Wales? Newsnight is live at the Caerphilly by-election, which could provide an almighty political headache for the prime minister.
205 205. Welcome to Seven-Party Politics2025-10-24 · 30mThe Caerphilly by-election result confirms Britain is embroiled in seven-party politics, but who will end up top of the heap? With Matt Chorley. And as Donald Trump's supporters p
206 206. Prince Andrew: How damaging to the royal family?2025-10-27 · 30mThe BBC can reveal that a well-known photograph of Harvey Weinstein, Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell was taken at Prince Andrew's home, Royal Lodge, the house the Prince is u
207 207. Hurricane Melissa hits Jamaica2025-10-28 · 30mThe strongest storm on the planet this year has just hit Jamaica. We hear reports of catastrophic flooding and ask, How extensive IS the damage? How low can the main parties' poll
208 208. Taxpayers' Money to a Migrant Sex Offender?2025-10-29 · 30mShould we be paying a migrant sex offender £500 to go back to Ethiopia? Victoria Derbyshire asks the immigration minister. And as President Trump heads to meet President Xi, how ca
209 209. Andrew Mountbatten Windsor2025-10-30 · 40mKing Charles is to strip Prince Andrew of all his titles and kick him out of Royal Lodge. He'll be known from now on as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor. We speak to the brother of Virgi
210 210. Andrew Mountbatten Windsor: The American fallout2025-10-31 · 30mThe royal formerly known as a prince faces calls for further sanction in the UK, but how will he fare in the American judicial system without his title? Matt Chorley digs down.
211 211. Reform UK's Economic Relaunch2025-11-03 · 30mWith the budget just weeks away, we will scrutinise all the major parties' economic pledges. Tonight we ask Reform UK's head of policy why they've dropped their promise to cut taxe
212 212. Tax Rises to Come?2025-11-04 · 30mThe chancellor lays the ground for tax rises in what could be a painful Budget for voters, will her fellow Labour MPs back her? Plus, tomorrow marks a year since President Trump wa
213 213. Another Two Prisoners Accidentally Let Go2025-11-05 · 31mThe justice secretary had a bad day as it was announced another two prisoners were let go by accident, both from Wandsworth Prison. Why does it keep happening? The new mayor of New
214 214. Chaos in the justice system?2025-11-06 · 30mYet more questions for ministers as one prisoner hands himself in, but another remains on the run. Andrew Mountbatten Windsor is summoned to Congress by Democrats – what will the R
215 215. Starmer Returns2025-11-07 · 30mKeir Starmer flies back to Britain to deal with an in-tray of David Lammy and the prisoners, Rachel Reeves and the upcoming budget, and Lucy Powell and the Labour Party. Can he fix
216 216. Trump vs the BBC2025-11-10 · 31mPresident Trump threatens the BBC with a $1 billion legal action over the editing of his speech in an episode of Panorama. How big is the risk for the corporation? Plus, Epstein su
217 217. Challenge to Starmer?2025-11-11 · 30mSome allies of the prime minister say he would fight off any leadership challenge. Newsnight's lively panel debates a night of drama in Westminster.
218 218. Trump & The Epstein Files2025-11-12 · 30mMore Epstein emails emerge and leave President Trump with some questions to answer. And Michael Palin talks about the hospice where his wife of 57 years passed away, and why he thi
219 219. Knives Out at Number 102025-11-13 · 30mThe prime minister's been assured that it is 'not Number 10' briefing against ministers. But Newsnight hears that explanation's not washing with members of the cabinet and the kniv
220 220. Immigration Crackdown2025-11-14 · 30mIn an effort to curb illegal migration, the Home Secretary plans the biggest shakeup to asylum rules in a generation. But will it work? And Labour infighting is blown off the headl
221 221. How Divided is Labour Over Immigration?2025-11-17 · 30mThe home secretary says her asylum reforms can 'unite what is a divided country'. But is a rebellion brewing on Labour's backbenches? Also, a woman who survived a violent rape tel
222 222. The President and the Prince on the Khashoggi Killing2025-11-18 · 30mPresident Trump hosts Mohammed bin Salman at the White House, and says the Saudi crown prince 'knew nothing' about the 2018 murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Mr Khashoggi's wid
223 223. Ukraine: Peace on Whose Terms?2025-11-19 · 30mIs President Trump about to impose a peace plan on Ukraine to end Russia's war in Putin's favour? And with a week to go until the budget, we ask which party has the best policies t
224 224. 'Seditious behaviour'2025-11-20 · 30mComments by Democrats on the use of the US military are 'seditious behaviour, punishable by death!', claims President Trump on Truth Social. The White House has since denied it wa
225 225. From Reform UK to jail2025-11-21 · 30mNathan Gill, Reform UK’s former leader in Wales, is jailed for corruption over a pro-Russian influence scheme in the European Parliament. Nigel Farage’s party calls Gill’s actions
226 226. Trump Hails 'Something Good' on Ukraine2025-11-24 · 30mPresident Trump says 'something good may just be happening' with his peace plan for Ukraine, but just who is it good for? We’re joined by Piers Morgan, Layla Moran and former US na
227 227. Chancellor's Budget Perils2025-11-25 · 30mWith the Budget just hours away, we look at the economic and political pressures on the government, and some of the announcements likely to be in the speech tomorrow. And Reform UK
228 228. Budget unpacked2025-11-26 · 30mWhat does the budget mean for you, the UK economy, and the positions of the prime minister and chancellor? Newsnight speaks to some of the world's leading economists. With Victoria
229 229. U-turn on Workers' Rights?2025-11-27 · 30mHas the government broken its manifesto on workers' rights? And the culture secretary tells Newsnight that there is a 'problem' with political appointees on the BBC board. With Pad
230 230. What Black Hole?2025-11-28 · 30mWhy did Rachel Reeves warn the country to brace for the worst when she knew her figures already added up? And Jeremy Corbyn and Zara Sultana kick off the first conference of their
231 231. US v Venezuela2025-12-01 · 30monight, President Trump hosts a key White House meeting on Venezuela as a dozen warships and 15,000 troops mass in the region. A Venezuelan cabinet minister tells Newsnight that Ve
232 232. The US in the Kremlin2025-12-02 · 30mPresident Putin warns Europe he is ready for war as he meets Donald Trump's son-in-law in Moscow. Where next for the Ukraine peace process? Four years after the murder of Sarah Ev
233 233. Will Trump Strike Venezuela?2025-12-03 · 30mPresident Trump has ramped up his threats of military action against drug traffickers in Venezuela, threatening to carry out strikes against them on land. We ask a Republican congr
234 234. Putin Poisonings2025-12-04 · 30mVladimir Putin was ultimately responsible for the 2018 Salisbury poisonings that killed Dawn Sturgess, a public inquiry finds. The man who led the UK police counter-terror response
235 235. Trump Peace Prize2025-12-05 · 30mDonald Trump finally gets his peace prize, from the world of... football. But how does that fit with his military threats to Venezuela? And, with actor Timothy Spall starring in a
236 236. Europe alone?2025-12-08 · 30mAs European leaders meet in Downing Street to save Ukraine, President Trump hails the idea he's sidelined them. Is Europe now on its own? Also, Joey Barton is handed a suspended ja
237 237. 'Mask up for flu wave'2025-12-09 · 30mHow worried should we be by rising cases of the virulent H3N2 flu strain, as people with symptoms are told to wear a mask? We ask to a top virologist. Also, President Trump says he
238 238. US seizes oil tanker2025-12-10 · 30mA dramatic escalation of tensions between the US and Venezuela as President Trump says the US has seized an oil tanker off the coast of the South American nation. Where could this
239 239. Collapse of the NHS?2025-12-11 · 30mThe NHS risks collapse if doctors strike during the superflu crisis, so says the health secretary tonight. Is he fighting the flu or the medical profession? Newsnight cameras catc
240 240. ‘Britain Should Prepare for War’2025-12-12 · 30m'The shadow of war' hangs over Europe - and Britain needs to prepare, warns a government minister about Russia. What does it mean for us all? We ask a former top Nato official. Pl
241 241. Streeting: doctors' strike 'unconscionable'2025-12-15 · 30mThe health secretary calls this week's resident doctors' strike 'probably the worst thing the [British Medical Association] has done since they marched against the foundation of th
242 242. UK probe into foreign interference2025-12-16 · 30mThe prime minister has ordered a probe into foreign interference in UK politics; how widespread could it be? Unemployment is up, with younger workers particularly affected. We ask
243 243. Halve Violence Against Women?2025-12-17 · 30mThe government says it's going to empower schools in England to intervene when they see pupils displaying misogynistic behaviour. Will it help them meet their target of halving vio
244 244. New Epstein Photos2025-12-18 · 30mAs tomorrow's deadline to release the Epstein files looms, US Democrats drop a new batch of photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate. How disruptive could this be for the White House?
245 245. Epstein Files deadline2025-12-19 · 30mAfter a year dominated by speculation about the release, even the existence, of the Epstein files, hundreds of thousands of documents have been released. How much impact will they