Moments ago, Attorney General Pam Bondi directed federal prosecutors to launch a grand jury investigation into the origins of the Russia probe. Specifically, the investigation will look into criminal referrals from director of national intelligence Tulsa Gabbard, who made uns unsubstantiated allegations that President Obama and his aids in the intelligence community began the Russia probe to ruin Trump's chances of becoming president. Now folks, there is no evidence that ever happened.Zippo, not a none. In ...

Nomination & Confirmation - Janine Piro, a Fox News host and Trump ally, was confirmed as US attorney for the District of Columbia along party lines [1] - Piro's nomination followed the withdrawal of Ed Martin due to opposition related to his defense of January 6th rioters [2] - Concerns were raised about Piro's loyalty to Trump and her past promotion of conspiracy theories, particularly regarding the 2020 election [6][9] Concerns Regarding Fitness for Office - Piro is considered unfit to serve as US attorney due to her past attacks on the DOJ and FBI, raising questions about her ability to work impartially with these agencies [7][9] - Concerns exist that Piro's appointment reflects a pattern of prioritizing loyalty to Trump over merit and potentially using the DOJ to target political enemies [11][13] - Piro's past statements regarding the January 6th insurrectionists as "hostages" and her involvement in the Dominion Voting Systems settlement raise further doubts about her suitability for the role [8][16] Dominion Lawsuit & Fox News - Fox News reached a settlement of over $787 million in a defamation lawsuit with Dominion Voting Systems, partly due to statements made by Janine Piro [3][16] - Within Fox News, Piro was described as a "reckless maniac" who pushes conspiracy theories and should not be on live television [18] Senate & Political Context - The Senate's confirmation of Piro is viewed as prioritizing loyalty to Trump, potentially compromising its role as a check on executive power [23] - The confirmation is seen as part of a broader trend of Congress becoming an "employment arm of the White House" [24]

Midterm Elections & Trump's Influence - The analysis suggests Donald Trump's usual strategies are not working, potentially impacting the midterm elections [1] - The key concern is the potential de-enthusiasm of Trump's base, which could affect Republican turnout [2] - Democrats are already more enthused, a trend that needs monitoring [5] Turnout & Key Demographics - Midterm elections are heavily influenced by turnout, with independent voters being crucial [3][4] - Democrats are significantly ahead with independent voters by 30 points [3] - The analysis highlights the importance of turning out voters who may be affected by cuts in healthcare (Medicaid) and social programs [10][11] Conspiracy Theories & Trump's Base - The discussion touches on how conspiracy theories are central to some of Trump's core support [6] - Some of Trump's base now perceive him as part of the elite, keeping secrets [7] - Trump's connection to conspiracy theories, including the Epstein case, could be problematic for Republicans [12][13] Potential Republican Losses - Even in traditionally Republican districts (10-15% Republican), the party may not be safe due to turnout issues [4] - The Republican party caught the wrong fly in the web [12]

So joining us now, MSNBC legal correspondent Lisa Rubin, senior reporter at the Bull Work, Will Summer, New York Times chief White House correspondent, and MSNBC political analyst Peter Baker, and former RNC communications director and Republican strategist Doug Hy. And Lisa, let's start with you. Um, not much to see there in the grand jury indictment or the grand jury files there, the transcripts.So what is the latest in the DOJ's attempt to get them released. So, the DOJ was asked by the judge to suppleme ...

Trump and the Epstein files scandal has become a perfect case study in the risks of fanning the flames of conspiracy theories. Trump spent years urging the release of the files. But now that it's become clear that his name reportedly appears in them, that's the last thing he wants, even at the risk of angering his own MAGA base.So now Trump is stuck in a lose-lose situation of his own making. keep the Epstein files hidden and allow conspiracy theories to thrive or release the files and risk even more politi ...

Conspiracy Theories & Rational Skepticism - The article suggests reasons for a rational skeptic to consider Jeffrey Epstein conspiracy theories [1] Social Implications - The article encourages spending a few minutes thinking conspiratorially about the topic [1]

Why should you pay any attention to Jeffrey Epstein conspiracy theories? There are reasons why a rational sceptic should spend a few minutes thinking conspiratorially https://t.co/fOW325Saoj ...

Ambassador Norm Eisen, former special counsel to President Obama and founder and chair of the Democracy Defenders Fund and Terara Mayor, former GOP communications director and co-founder and CEO of the Senica Project. >> So if DOJ does in fact meet with Golain Maxwell, how do you guarantee any transparency into what happens in that meeting? I have exactly zero faith that Todd Blanch, Donald Trump's former defense lawyer, is going to go in there and come out with anything other than a propaganda opportunity ...

Why should you pay any attention to Jeffrey Epstein conspiracy theories? There are reasons why a rational sceptic should spend a few minutes thinking conspiratorially https://t.co/XUH1s7HRzo ...

Why should you pay any attention to Jeffrey Epstein conspiracy theories? There are reasons why a rational sceptic should spend a few minutes thinking conspiratorially https://t.co/k0UjxnN1jm ...