IHIP News The Epstein Elite Are Fighting to Keep Power and Pam Bondi Botching Cover-Up for Trump
Feb 14, 2026
Tara McGowan, founder of Courier News and independent political reporter. She digs into the Epstein files and alleges a wide cover-up protecting powerful figures. They explore Epstein’s international ties and media conflicts shaping coverage. Discussion also covers federal inaction versus state-level accountability and Courier’s tools for independent research.
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Epstein Files As A Global Cover-Up
- The Epstein revelations reveal a global, systemic cover-up tied to elites and governments.
- Tara McGowan argues this transcends partisan politics and exposes deep abuse of power.
Epstein As A Foreign Intelligence Tool
- Files suggest Jeffrey Epstein may have operated as a honeypot and possibly as a spy for foreign powers.
- Tara connects honeypot tactics to authoritarian regimes and complex laundering networks.
Media Failure And Ownership Bias
- Corporate media largely failed to investigate Epstein for years, leaving local outlets to lead accountability.
- Tara links media ownership and pro‑insider biases to gaps in coverage today.