Welcome to Beat everyone. I'm Ari Melber. We're covering this presentation today on Capitol Hill by survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse, his indicted crimes. This was a rare and bipartisan event. It was actually this briefing hosted by members of both parties designed to empower the actual victims so that we might hear about Epstein's crimes and what should be done from people who tragically experienced them rather than the so many other people we've heard from. And this comes after the Trump DOJ did syste ...

Well, this is a key question, Michael. Is Donald Trump listening. It was fascinating to hear one of the lawyers for uh the victims saying there was a point at which Donald Trump was not just verbally supportive, but he was actually trying to help them years ago with this.And they're trying to figure out how he made the turn. And by the turn, almost simultaneously, within minutes, you heard Donald Trump in the Oval Office being asked about this. Listen to what he says now.So, this is a Democrat hoax that nev ...

Hi there. My name is Lisa Phillips and I'm the host of award nominated podcast called From Now On, a platform supporting survivors. I want to thank all of my survivor sisters who came before me today.I'll be very short. In the year 2000, I was taken to Jeffrey Epstein's island while on a photo shoot on a nearby island. Who I saw and what I experienced there was a was a glimpse into a very dark and disturbing world.For years after I tried to avoid Jeffrey, but he had introduced me to Katie Ford, the owner of ...

She should be here. Um, I am so honored to be here with with you guys. Um, she she would be here. She'd be screaming, you know.And I think, you know, they said it best. It's like, if I could really say what, you know, what we're looking for out of this is justice, looking for accountability. And I think it's, you know, we really have to start questioning what do we stand for.So, you know, it means the world to be here with you, all of you. And, you know, I think this is only the beginning of what's really t ...

Reaction is pouring in following the Department of Justice's release of Glenn Maxwell's interview with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanch. The family of Virginia Dufrey, who was one of Jeffrey Epstein's most outspoken victims, say they are quote outraged. The family released a statement yesterday writing that during the quote bizarre interview, Maxwell is never challenged about her courtproven lies and that the Department of Justice gave her a platform to rewrite history.Ju who died by suicide in April acc ...

This week, top Trump administration officials, including Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Cash Patel, met at the White House to discuss the Epstein case, while Trump struggles to turn the page on the story. But what's continuously missing is the focus on those who were physically and emotionally hurt by Jeffrey Epstein and Galain Maxwell's actions. On Thursday, House Democrats called for a congressional hearing with victims and survivors, writing, quote, "If we are to hold powerful people to acco ...

I believe yes, the files should be released. I'm tired of the government saying that they want to release them. So, please just do it.>> That's just one of the many Jeffrey Epstein accusers demanding transparency and making sure that the voices of survivors don't go unheard. Now, a group of House Democrats is following their lead. This week in a letter to the to House Oversight Committee Chairman, Congressman James Comr, lawmakers called for a congressional hearing with the victims of Epstein, writing, "If ...

He may be interested in giving Glenn Maxwell a pardon. And the family, Sky Roberts, her brother, talked about this with Hie Jackson. Play this and we'll talk about it on the other side. >> Sky, if Maxwell were to receive a pardon at some point, what would that mean for you? Uh, it would unwind everything that my sister and all the survivors fought for. Um, it would be a disgrace of justice. It would be picking abusers over survivors again. and Mary, this family is so strong for having the conversation and f ...

Investigation and Legal Proceedings - The Department of Justice (DOJ) is considering a new interview with Ghislaine Maxwell, with the deputy attorney general reaching out to her attorney [1][2] - The House Oversight Committee plans to subpoena Maxwell to potentially reveal information about individuals involved with Jeffrey Epstein [3][4] - Maxwell's deposition is expected to take place in prison, where she is serving a 20-year sentence [6] - Concerns exist that Maxwell might offer information to gain favor with Donald Trump and potentially reduce her sentence [7] - House Speaker Mike Johnson cut short the House's work week to avoid votes on releasing Epstein-related files [9] Political Implications and Reactions - Republicans and Democrats are in disagreement regarding the release of Epstein files, with accusations of "gotcha politics" [10] - Some Republicans are pushing for the DOJ to release all information on Epstein, reflecting constituent concerns [13] - There are suspicions that the focus on Epstein is being used to distract from other issues, with attempts to shift attention [28][29] - The administration is accused of directing the FBI to flag anything that mentioned Trump during the review of Epstein files [24] Maxwell's Potential Testimony and Credibility - Maxwell's incentives are seen as an attempt to reduce her 20-year sentence by providing politically beneficial information [16] - Maxwell is considered an unreliable narrator due to her conviction and potential motivation to manipulate information [16] - Concerns are raised about the potential cost of Maxwell's testimony, as she may seek to leverage information for her own benefit [6][7]

Reporting from NBC News reminds us who's really at the heart of the Epstein story. The women who were victims of Jeff Jeffrey Epstein's ongoing sexual abuse. Four women explained how the Trump administration's handling of Epstein's case is only adding to their anguish.They say the administration should be pushing to expose anyone and everyone who was involved instead of pumping the brakes on prosecutions. 38-year-old Danielle Bensky, who was abused by Epstein two decades ago, said, quote, "You never really ...