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'We want Pam Bondi to come before the committee': House member wants transparency
MSNBC· 2025-07-17 10:45
According to recent polls, most Americans think the president is not handling the Epstein controversy properly, including large portions of Trump's own voters. In a new Yuggov, the Economist poll, 79% of people surveyed said they think the government should release all the documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case. That includes 83% of 2024 Trump voters, with just 3% of MAGA supporters answering no and 14% saying they're unsure. When asked if they believe the government is covering up evidence about the ...
Some Republican lawmakers break with Trump over Epstein, call for transparency
MSNBC· 2025-07-16 23:57
It's a very delicate subject, but we should we should put everything out there and let the people decide. I'll let the um you know, Department of Justice continue to carry out what they need to do. I do think there needs to be more transparency. Well, whatever they have, it needs to be transparent. It needs to come out.I think moving forward, we need a special counsel. That has got to happen. I'm big on clarity and transparency and and you know, that's good reason people don't trust government, either party ...
Senator blasts handling of Epstein files: 'If they're not lying...then yeah, this is a coverup'
MSNBC· 2025-07-16 22:00
This is just one big press conference trying to smear Donald Trump, trying to hurt Donald Trump. If a president has to look over his shoulder or her shoulder every time he or she has to make a con a a a controversial decision and worry after I leave office, am I going to jail for this when my political opponents take power. That inevitably dampens the ability of the president.It's not just President Trump has complained about the judge. So have have I. I mean, there's there's publicly filed motions about wh ...
Bondi 'you've got to come clean': Sen. Van Hollen on Epstein files
MSNBC· 2025-07-16 16:16
Justice Department Transparency - The Senate Appropriations Committee unanimously passed an amendment requiring the Attorney General to retain, preserve, and compile records related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation and submit a report to Congress within 60 days [1][2][3] - The amendment aims to provide Congress and the American people with records and answers to important questions regarding the Epstein case [3] - There are concerns about potential cover-ups or misleading information within the Department of Justice regarding the Epstein files [6][7] - The call for transparency is to maintain confidence in the Justice Department and ensure accountability [5][8] - There are allegations of the administration withholding information related to the Epstein case [5][9] Appropriations and Budget - The Senate voted to advance legislation to claw back $9 billion in funding already approved for foreign aid and public broadcasting [10] - Democrats are fighting against the clawback, arguing it undermines confidence in the appropriations process [11] - The funds are allocated for important purposes such as public radio and global health investments [11] - Republicans are criticized for cutting these investments after giving tax cuts to the wealthy, increasing the federal debt by over $4 trillion over the next 10 years [13]
‘What are you hiding, Mr. President?’: Analyst on Epstein shift
MSNBC· 2025-07-16 02:01
Political Commentary & Media Analysis - The analysis suggests that Trump's engagement with the Epstein files is a deflection tactic from other issues, such as Ukraine policy and domestic economic concerns [3][19] - The report highlights a division within MAGA media, with some outlets attempting to control the narrative and deflect attention, while others express skepticism or maintain a demand for transparency [8][11] - The analysis points out that Trump's narrative on the Epstein matter contradicts his past associations and actions, potentially exposing him to criticism from his base [16][25] - The report indicates that some right-wing media figures and callers on talk radio are expressing frustration and betrayal related to foreign policy and other issues [22][26] Republican Party Dynamics - Congressional Republicans are perceived as remaining aligned with Trump, despite potential self-interest considerations [6][7] - The analysis suggests a power struggle within the Republican party, with different factions vying for control of the narrative [11] - The report characterizes the situation as "Republican on Republican violence," indicating internal conflict and maneuvering [21] Conspiracy Theories & Misinformation - The report addresses the Epstein conspiracy theories, distinguishing between the real crimes and the unfounded claims surrounding them [13][14] - The analysis suggests that the pivot in the narrative around the Epstein files was catalyzed by Elon Musk's tweet about the president [15] - The report mentions theories circulating that Trump is being threatened to suppress the release of information [9][10]
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CoinDesk· 2025-07-09 13:39
Partnerships - Ripple 选择 BNY Mellon (纽约梅隆银行) 持有支持 $RLUSD 的美元储备 [1] Risk Management & Transparency - Ripple 旨在通过与 BNY Mellon 的合作,实现强大的风险管理和透明度 [1]
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Andy· 2025-07-01 16:26
Key takeaways here:- Vitalik says EF is focused much more strongly on privacy as aligned with OG cypherpunk vision- RWAs seen as important as they improve the “status quo” for onchain usage- Stani is seeing far more interest in using capital in DeFi from insto’s than ever before- Balance between transparency & privacy is the core focus for users- Stani says at the Goldman Sachs conference last week institutions wanted open, transparent finance vs. his expectation of them wanting private finance onlyGood pan ...
This 18 yo Asian American genius got rejected from 16 colleges because of racism
Garry Tan· 2025-06-02 16:30
Core Argument - The report alleges systemic bias against Asian-American applicants in college admissions, despite their qualifications [4][7][8] - The report advocates for transparency, third-party oversight, and accountability in college admissions processes [4][21] - The report highlights the emotional and psychological impact of perceived discrimination on Asian-American students [11][12] Evidence and Examples - Stanley Zong, a highly qualified Asian-American applicant with exceptional coding skills recognized by Google, was rejected by 16 out of 18 colleges [1][2] - The lawsuit filed by Nanzong and Stanley Zong includes over 100 pages of evidence suggesting UC's covert use of race in admissions [4] - Similar cases of highly qualified Asian-American students being rejected by multiple colleges are widespread [8][9] Institutional Response - Universities often respond to concerns about bias with stonewalling and a lack of transparency [3][9] - Defenders of the current system deny discrimination exists and are unwilling to publicly debate the issue [12][14][15] - A chilling effect exists on college campuses, discouraging Asian-American students from speaking out against perceived discrimination [18][19] Call to Action - The report urges support for efforts promoting transparency and fairness in college admissions [23] - The report emphasizes the importance of equal opportunity and merit-based evaluation for all students [20][22] - The report challenges the notion that current admissions practices align with American values of fairness and equality [20][24]