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Why are survivors of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell fighting for transparency while facing resistance from the Trump administration? On this powerful episode of The Tara Palmeri Show, we dive into a gripping moment on Capitol Hill where survivors of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell demanded the release of the Epstein files in a rare bipartisan display. Joined by MSNBC’s Nicolle Wallace’s 11th Hour senior political analyst Alex Wagner and investigative journalist Vicky Ward, host of the podcast Chasing Ghislaine, Tara Palmeri unpacks the emotional testimonies of survivors who shared their trauma and called out efforts to dismiss their stories as a “hoax.” From the chilling accounts of manipulation and abuse to the political roadblocks hindering justice, this episode centers the voices of survivors like Anoushka DiGiorgio and Jess Michaels, who courageously speak out despite threats and intimidation. We explore the implications of the Trump administration’s opposition to releasing the files, the bipartisan push for transparency, and what’s next in this ongoing fight for accountability. Tune in for a raw, human story that transcends politics and demands truth. What will it take for Epstein survivors to break through the Trump administration’s efforts to bury the truth? Welcome to The Tara Palmeri Show! Tara Palmeri is one of the most feared and fearless political journalists. As a deeply-sourced reporter, she brings her audience inside the machinations of the highest level of power. Her quick wit and unvarnished reporting goes beyond the headlines, offering a deeper understanding of the intrigues of the permanent political class. This show is not about platitudes. Rather it's about what’s really happening at the highest levels of power and the inside conversation. Tara has covered national politics and foreign affairs for fifteen years. She was formerly a White House Correspondent for ABC News, where she covered the first Trump administration. She was the Chief National Correspondent for POLITICO during the Biden administration. She has been a political analyst for CNBC, CBS and CNN. She’s also worked for the Washington Examiner, the New York Post, POLITICO Europe and Puck, and she hosted The Ringer's election podcast "Somebody's Gotta Win." Tara also hosted two acclaimed podcasts on Jeffrey Epstein called "Broken: Jeffrey Epstein" and "Power: The Maxwells." Subscribe to Tara’s weekly newsletter The Red Letter on Substack Support her independent journalism on GoFundMe Visit her channel on YouTube Follow Tara on Social Media: Instagram X TikTok Got guest ideas or news tips? TaraPalmeriInfo@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices