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Timothy Dolan | 60 Minutes Archive
60 Minutes· 2025-12-18 15:54
60 Minutes rewind. >> The past decade has been devastating for the Catholic Church. Seemingly endless cases of sexual abuse by priests and bishops who turned a blind eye to it and multi-billion dollar payouts to victims.All of which led to a steady loss of the faithful. One man the American church hopes can change all that is Timothy Dolan. for two years now the Archbishop of New York, the nation's most prominent pulpit.He's also been called the American Pope after his election to head the US Conference of ...
'This is a human issue': Epstein survivors speak out ahead of House vote
MSNBC· 2025-11-18 15:11
Political Commentary & Reactions - Marjorie Taylor Green criticized Donald Trump for calling her a traitor, asserting her independence and defining a traitor as someone serving foreign governments [2] - The speaker expressed gratitude to Marjorie Taylor Green, Thomas Massie, and Roana for going against their own party to address political violence and intimidation [4] - The speaker offered to stand in solidarity with Marjorie Taylor Green if she decides to read names on the House floor for immunity [6] Call for Unity & Action - The speaker emphasized the need to put political agendas and party affiliations aside, framing the issue as a human issue about protecting children [7] - A call was made to members of Congress to choose the chaos, survivors, and children, urging them to protect all children equally [10] - Survivors are launching a national survivor-led political movement focused on exposing systems and power structures that protect predators [16] Criticism & Skepticism - The speaker expressed skepticism towards President Trump's changed position on the Epstein files, despite his pledge to sign the bill [8] - President Trump is urged to stop making the issue political and to show leadership and care for people other than himself [22] - Concerns were raised about the administration potentially weaponizing the files against political enemies instead of understanding who enabled Epstein's abuse [24] Survivor Empowerment & Demands - Survivors are sharing their stories and evidence with the proper authorities and will make them public when it is safe [15] - Survivors are stepping into the political arena to rewrite laws and build protections for children targeted by sexual exploitation [17] - A survivor highlighted the emotional distress of the process, noting the administration's initial support for releasing everything followed by resistance [20][21]
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Bloomberg· 2025-11-11 01:59
Legal & Litigation - A $5 million (百万美元) sexual abuse and defamation judgment against Donald Trump is under review [1] - The US Supreme Court has been asked to reverse the judgment [1] People - E Jean Carroll, a former Elle magazine advice columnist, filed the civil lawsuit [1]
‘We know the names’: Epstein survivor confirms a new client list made by survivors is being made
MSNBC· 2025-09-07 21:53
Epstein Investigation & Legal Aspects - The House Oversight Committee will receive documents from the Epstein estate, including Epstein's 50th birthday book and Black Book, for review [1] - Survivors are creating their own list of abusers, separate from government disclosures, due to concerns about secrecy and legal repercussions [1][10][11] - The government is reportedly fighting in court to keep secret the names of two people Epstein paid and protected from prosecution [8] Survivor Advocacy & Congressional Response - Epstein survivors are advocating for legislative change and support, sharing their experiences with members of Congress [1][3] - Survivors expressed that while some members of Congress were supportive, others displayed insensitivity or disbelief [3] - Some Republican members of Congress may support the survivors but fear potential repercussions for openly doing so [3][4] Survivor Community & Healing - Approximately 300 women have come forward as Epstein survivors, but it is estimated that up to a thousand or more remain silent [6] - Survivors are connecting and sharing their stories to heal and empower themselves, recognizing the extent of the abuse they experienced [1][3] - Survivors emphasize they are not foolish and are aware of the powerful people involved and the potential legal consequences of their actions [11][12]
Epstein survivor speaks out about plans to release unofficial client list
NBC News· 2025-09-04 01:41
Joining us tonight here on top story is Annie Farmer who was just 16 years old when she was flown to New Mexico to spend a weekend with Epstein and Maxwell and was abused. Annie, we thank you for joining us tonight. I do want to play some of what you said at the news conference on Capitol Hill and we'll talk more on the other side.Let's take a listen. >> For so many years, it felt like Epstein's criminal behavior was an open secret. Not only did many others participate in the abuse, it is clear that many we ...
‘Regaining their autonomy’: Epstein survivors making their own client list
MSNBC· 2025-09-03 17:43
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 ...
Epstein survivors say they're creating their own list to release
MSNBC· 2025-09-03 15:59
Allegations and Testimonies - Survivors recount experiences of abuse by Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, detailing manipulation, exploitation, and the involvement of powerful figures [1][2][5][6][7][8][9][22][24] - Epstein's network extended to high-profile individuals in fashion, arts, and entertainment, enabling his abuse of young women [2][6][8][9][24] - Ghislaine Maxwell actively participated in the abuse and was a key architect of the trafficking scheme [20][22] Calls for Accountability and Justice - Survivors demand accountability for enablers and those who protected Epstein, urging Congress to prioritize survivors over predators [3][11][12][13] - There is a call for transparency and the release of government files related to Epstein, to reveal who knew, who was involved, and who protected him [11][13][26] - Survivors are creating a confidential list of names of those involved in Epstein's world, compiled by and for survivors [4][25][26][27][28][30] Reactions and Concerns - Survivors express devastation and dehumanization in response to claims that the Epstein issue is a hoax [15][16][17] - There is outrage and concern over Ghislaine Maxwell's transfer to a lower security prison, fearing she may receive a pardon [19][20][21][22] - Survivors highlight the fear of speaking out due to potential legal and personal attacks, emphasizing the lack of protection they received initially [27][28]
Expert: Ghislaine Maxwell’s DOJ interview is a snapshot of how America handles sex trafficking cases
MSNBC· 2025-08-24 14:02
Justice System & Public Reaction - The family of Virginia Dufrey expressed outrage over the Department of Justice's interview with Glenn Maxwell, stating Maxwell was not challenged on her court-proven lies and was given a platform to rewrite history [1] - Maxwell, convicted of child sex trafficking and serving a 20-year prison sentence, insisted she was not involved in the sexual exploitation of minors during the DOJ interview [2] - Critics argue that the interview with Maxwell resembled a PR campaign for a pardon and should not be taken seriously, especially considering her perjury charge [6] - Survivors and their families find it outrageous and silencing that Maxwell's words are being taken seriously and given a platform to lie about her involvement in the crimes [8] Maxwell's Testimony & Contradictions - Maxwell claimed she never saw any aggressive or non-consensual moves by Epstein [9] - This statement contradicts her conviction for engaging in sex, raising questions about the validity of her testimony [10] - The interviewer's behavior of finishing Maxwell's sentences was considered abnormal in such investigations [10] - Maxwell's claims of seeing nothing wrong directly contradict the experiences of survivors of child trafficking or sexual assault [7] Systemic Issues & Legal Reform - The case highlights how sex trafficking is treated in America, where only a few individuals are convicted, while many abusers and clients go uninvestigated [12] - Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act gives online platforms broad immunity for crimes committed on their sites, leaving many people, particularly children, vulnerable to online sex trafficking [15] - One in four (25%) children report having an online sexual interaction with an adult online, indicating an epidemic of online sex trafficking [16] - There is a need to change the incentives for big tech to prioritize safety online and address the epidemic of online sex trafficking [17]
The Beat With Ari Melber - Aug. 7 | Audio Only
MSNBC· 2025-08-08 05:10
Epstein Scandal & White House Response - The White House allegedly held a meeting to discuss the Epstein scandal, despite initial denials from VP Vance [1] - Reports suggest a strategy meeting was cancelled in response to reporting about it, indicating an attempt to manage optics [1] - Trump's claims about banning Epstein from Mar-a-Lago are being questioned, fueling further scrutiny [1] - MAGA figures are expressing discontent with the administration's handling of the Epstein case, signaling a potential revolt [1] Trump's Actions & Economic Impact - Trump is accused of using Soviet-style tactics, creating an alternate reality and potentially chilling free speech [5] - The administration's interventionist approach is likened to that of strongmen in countries like Turkey and Argentina [4] - New tariffs are described as a $300 billion tax hike, disproportionately affecting working and middle-class Americans [4] - Concerns are raised about Trump's meddling in private companies, including suggesting CEOs should resign, leading to market instability [3] Free Speech & Corporate Influence - Bob Woodward criticizes Trump's First Amendment crackdowns as "pathetic" [5] - Corporations are allegedly influenced by Trump, with examples given of Paramount/Skyance merger and Colbert's cancellation [5] - A novelist who grew up in Russia draws parallels between Trump's actions and Soviet censorship, raising concerns about self-censorship [5] - There are concerns that people are afraid to voice their true feelings, leading to a distorted reality [5]
Tough for Trump admin to ‘justify’ Maxwell’s move to lower security prison: Investigations editor
MSNBC· 2025-08-02 21:38
New today, outrage from the families of survivors of sexual abuse by Gillan Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein. It comes after the government moved Maxwell to a lower security prison yesterday without an explanation. Joining us now is Palm Beach Post investigations editor Holly Baltz.Holly has covered the Epstein story for years. Holly, I want to start out by reading you the response from uh the survivors families uh saying, quote, "Maxwell is a sexual predator who physically assaulted minors on multiple occasions ...