The MeidasTouch Podcast Trump Panics and Forces DOJ to Go Totally Dark
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Jan 12, 2026 The host dives into the DOJ's troubling decision to not release Epstein files, revealing a possible cover-up. Claims arise that the agency has become politicized, raising distrust among the public. There’s a push for an independent monitor to ensure transparency in document releases. Lawmakers express frustration over the lack of compliance with legal reporting requirements. Throughout the discussion, there’s a strong commitment to pursuing the truth on Epstein, no matter the political distractions.
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DOJ Delay Suggests Coordinated Cover-Up
- Ben Meiselas argues the DOJ is deliberately delaying Epstein file disclosures after missing the Transparency Act deadline.
- He frames the delay as part of a larger cover-up implicating the Trump administration and DOJ complicity.
Timeline Doesn't Match Typical Doc Review
- Ben compares his document-review experience to the DOJ's claimed workload and finds their timeline implausible.
- He concludes the claimed staffing and delay don't align with standard large-scale document review practice.
Pages Versus Documents Changes The Scale
- The DOJ reported releasing 12,285 documents equal to about 125,575 pages, implying millions remain.
- Ben emphasizes that pages versus documents matters and that outstanding volumes could be far larger.