Bulwark Takes Buckle Up, There Are MORE Crazy Epstein Emails
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Jan 31, 2026 They dig into the newly released Epstein files and the disturbing web of elite connections. They highlight emails tying prominent figures to Epstein and fundraising contradictions. They parse tips alleging misconduct linked to Trump and examine redaction failures that exposed sensitive details. They also flag repeated names like Musk, Gates, Bannon, and surprising advisory roles that raise more questions.
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Widespread Hypocrisy Among The Wealthy
- The released Epstein files show many rich, connected men socialized with Jeffrey Epstein despite his known crimes.
- Tim Miller and Sam Stein see widespread hypocrisy where people later condemned Epstein while still associating with him.
Allegations About Trump In DOJ Files
- DOJ released a compendium of allegations about Donald Trump that included vile tips but mixed reliability notes.
- Sam Stein stresses these are allegations and the DOJ flagged some witnesses as unreliable.
Kathy Ruemmler Advised Epstein
- Kathy Ruemmler, former Obama White House counsel, advised Jeffrey Epstein on messaging in 2016 about Trump-related allegations.
- Sam Stein highlights Ruemmler even served as a backup executor of Epstein's will, showing deep ties.