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Epstein survivor: ‘We’re getting stronger, making progress’ with latest release of Epstein emails
MSNBC· 2025-11-15 22:36
New today, a plea for justice, accountability, and truth from Epstein survivors ahead of the House vote next week to release the convicted sex offenders case files. In a letter to members of Congress, they write, "As you gather with your family this season, remember that your primary duty is to your constituents. Look into the eyes of your children, your sisters, your mothers, and your aunts. Imagine if they had been prayed upon." Joining me now, one of the signitories to that letter, Lisa Phillips. She say ...
Trump asks Supreme Court to throw out E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse verdict
NBC News· 2025-11-12 02:50
Legal Proceedings - The legal battle between Trump and Eugene Carroll continues, with Trump's legal team appealing to the Supreme Court regarding a civil verdict from 2023 [1][2] - The 2023 verdict held Trump liable for sexually abusing Eugene Carroll in the 1990s and for defaming her decades later [2] - Trump has repeatedly denied Carroll's claims [2] - The US Court of Appeals upheld the verdict 11 months ago [2] - It is currently unknown when the Supreme Court will decide whether to take up the case [2]
'Nobody's Girl' shows Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre as 'a woman in full,' says co-author
MSNBC· 2025-10-22 16:19
I was a very young age from Mara Lago and entrapped in a world that I didn't understand and I've been fighting that very world to this day and I won't stop fighting. I will never be silenced until these people are brought to justice. That was Jeffrey Epstein's accuser, Virginia Roberts Juprey, speaking outside a federal courtroom in Manhattan back in 2019, reiterating her allegation that the financier ordered her to have sex with Britain's Prince Andrew when she was just 17 years old.Virginia emerged as a c ...
Family of Epstein accuser Virginia Roberts Giuffre pushes for accountability
NBC News· 2025-10-20 23:39
THEIR FIGHT IN HER NAME FOR ACCOUNTABILITY. ONE OF THE MOST PROMINENT JEFFREY, EPSTEIN ACCUSERS, TELLING HER STORY IN HER OWN WORDS MONTHS. AFTER HER DEATH, VIRGINIA ROBERTS, DUFREY AND HER MEMOIR.NOBODY'S GIRL, CONTAINING DISTURBING AND GRAPHIC DESCRIPTIONS OF THE ABUSE EPSTEIN AND OTHERS PUT HER THROUGH. AND FOR THE FIRST TIME DETAILS OF THE YEARS OF ABUSE BEFORE THAT BY OTHER MEN, INCLUDING ALLEGEDLY, HER OWN FATHER, STARTING WHEN SHE WAS JUST SEVEN YEARS OLD. SOMETHING SHE SAID SHE HID FROM HER BROTHER' ...
Nightly News Full Episode - Oct. 2
NBC News· 2025-10-03 02:15
Breaking news just in. We have the letter just sent from Shawn Diddy Combmes to the judge that will sentence him tomorrow. Combmes saying he's sorry and asking to be released and sent home to his family, describing how being locked up has changed him forever. We'll show you the letter just sent to the judge. Also tonight, the deadly terror attack at a synagogue. Two people killed and more hurt after a man rammed his car into a crowd then started stabbing people. The brutal ambush happening at a British syna ...
Former megachurch pastor pleads guilty to sexually abusing a child
NBC News· 2025-10-03 01:00
Thank you, Jesus, for the man who once led one of the largest congregations in America. Today, walking into an Oklahoma courthouse, pleading guilty to sexually abusing an underage girl. This has taken my entire lifetime to get here.That girl was Cindy Clemshshire, now 55. inside the courtroom delivering a message to her abuser through tears as Gateway Church founder Robert Morris admitted to five felony counts of lewd or indecent acts with a child in the 80s. People need to know who he is that that he came ...
Survivors are ‘consistently suffering’ as long as truth on Epstein is hidden: Rep. Crockett
MSNBC· 2025-09-07 21:55
Investigation and Transparency - The Epstein estate will begin turning over redacted documents to the House Oversight Committee, with unredacted versions to be reviewed later [1] - Bipartisan lawmakers are pushing for a discharge vote to release the complete Epstein file, confident they are close to securing the necessary votes [1] - The effort to release the Epstein files is framed as a moral issue concerning survivors and child protection, not a political one [2][4][7] - There are suspicions that the administration and establishment are opposed to releasing the files, raising questions about their motives [2] - Concerns exist that the House Oversight Committee, led by Comer, may not be fully transparent due to his allegiance to Donald Trump [9] Political Implications and Public Pressure - There is a call to action for the American people to contact their representatives and demand transparency in the Epstein case [5][6] - Some believe that elected officials are prioritizing money and power over the well-being of victims, particularly children [13][14] - The Justice Department's request to keep the names of Epstein associates who received six-figure payments in 2018 private raises concerns about protecting criminals [16] - The President's stance on the issue is fueling suspicions of deeper involvement than previously admitted [24] Timeline and Expectations - The release of 33,000 documents took the committee approximately 3 weeks [22] - The timeline for further releases is uncertain, with concerns that the process may be deliberately slowed down [23]
‘Who are we covering for?’: Epstein survivors demand transparency while Trump calls it a hoax
MSNBC· 2025-09-03 21:44
Legal and Political Aspects - The report highlights a bipartisan call for transparency regarding the Jeffrey Epstein case, contrasting it with what is perceived as the Trump administration's lack of clarity [1] - Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell are publicly pushing for the release of all Epstein files, needing only two more Republican votes in Congress to trigger a vote on the bill [4] - The White House reportedly views supporting the bill to release the Epstein files as a "very hostile act" to the Trump administration [6] - Donald Trump dismissed the Epstein case as a "Democrat hoax," a claim not supported even by some of his allies [7][8] Survivor Testimonies and Impact - Survivors shared accounts of their experiences with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, detailing manipulation, exploitation, and sexual abuse [2][3][9] - Survivors directly addressed President Trump, refuting his "hoax" claim and inviting him to meet them in person to understand the reality of their trauma [10][11][18] - The survivors' emotional distress and ongoing struggle to recover from the trauma were emphasized [9][12] Social Commentary - The report suggests a power imbalance between elites and those without power, highlighting the survivors' struggle for truth and justice [21] - The symbolic flyover during the survivors' speeches was interpreted as an attempt to silence them [19][20]
Marjorie Taylor Greene says she will read names of Epstein accomplices in Congress
NBC News· 2025-09-03 17:45
Allegations of Abuse - The report discusses allegations of rape, abuse, manipulation, coercion, and captivity involving young women [1] - Victims describe being held in a "prison of sexual abuse" [1] - The abuse occurred while the victims were young teenagers and vulnerable women [1] Individuals Involved - Jeffrey Epstein's home and travels were locations where the abuse occurred [1] - Victims allegedly saw pictures of powerful people with Jeffrey Epstein [1] - There is reluctance to name the alleged abusers due to their wealth and power [2] Potential Legal and Social Repercussions - Naming the alleged abusers could lead to lawsuits that impoverish the victims [2] - One individual is willing to publicly name the alleged abusers if provided with a list [3]
Erik Menendez called 'unreasonable risk to public safety' in parole denial
NBC News· 2025-08-22 10:39
Legal & Justice - California parole board denied Eric Menendez's parole request, impacting his and likely his brother Lyle's path to freedom [1] - A judge recently reduced Eric and Lyle's sentences, making them eligible for parole for the first time since their 1989 conviction [2] - The brothers maintain their actions were self-defense after years of sexual abuse by their father [2] - A psychological risk assessment determined the brothers have a moderate risk for violence, with Eric vulnerable to influence [3] Social Impact & Public Perception - The Menendez brothers' story has been thrust back into the public spotlight due to the popular Netflix series "Monsters" [4] - The brothers' family, including their parents' siblings, has been pushing for their release for years [5] - There is a recognition that abuse has long-lasting effects, and society is more aware of male victims of sexual violence [5] Prison Life & Rehabilitation - Eric Menendez joined the hearing virtually from his prison outside San Diego [3] - Eric highlighted his good deeds in prison, including helping the sick and elderly, and his recent graduation from UCLA [4] - Eric expressed remorse for killing his mother, stating, "I wish to God I did not do that" [3]