Americast Americanswers... on 5Live! Why haven't more Americans faced charges over Epstein?
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Feb 23, 2026 They dig into newly released Epstein material and why more Americans have not been charged. They unpack rising US-Iran tensions and what limited or broader military options might look like. They explain a Supreme Court ruling that struck down Trump’s tariffs and the legal and business fallout. There’s also a quirky detour into protest quilting and a mystery audio blooper.
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Kash Patel Celebrates In Locker Room
- Kash Patel travelled to the Olympics and celebrated in the US locker room, drawing criticism over use of official resources.
- Anthony Zurcher describes Patel chugging a beer with a medal around his neck after Team USA's gold, prompting questions about misuse of office.
Businesses Should File For Tariff Refunds Now
- Companies should pursue legal claims to recoup tariffs now that the Supreme Court ruled them unlawful.
- Anthony Zurcher notes retailers like Costco have already started lawsuits seeking refunds despite administration attempts to reimpose duties under other statutes.
Why Few Americans Face Epstein Charges
- US fallout from the Epstein files has been less prosecutorial than in the UK despite many named Americans.
- Anthony Zurcher says high-profile Britons face criminal probes while US cases lack the documentary evidence prosecutors need to charge people beyond Ghislaine Maxwell.