Mike Pence says "the time has come" to release the Epstein files
President Trump has decried what he calls the "Jeffrey Epstein Hoax" and has blamed Democrats and "some stupid Republicans" for doing their work.
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Trump says it is unlikely he will fire Powell
President Trump is escalating his feud with the man he selected to lead the Federal Reserve back in 2017. Mr. Trump told reporters at the White House on Wednesday that Fed Chair Jerome Powell has done a "terrible job" leading the nation's top bank. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more.
Mike Pence calls for release of Epstein files
The Trump administration is facing criticism from some within the MAGA movement for its handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Former Vice President Mike Pence joins "The Takeout" with his perspective.
Trump lashes out at supporters over Epstein
President Trump is calling the controversy swirling around his administration's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files a "hoax." CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
Extended interview: Mike Pence
Former Vice President Mike Pence discusses the first six months of President Trump's second term, weighs in on Mr. Trump's criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, and calls on the Trump administration to "release all the files" on Jeffrey Epstein in an extended interview with "The Takeout" host Major Garrett.
Trump: Epstein conspiracy theory is a hoax
President Trump is still dealing with fallout from his own supporters over his administration's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has more.
More on Johnson comments about Epstein files
House Speaker Mike Johnson weighed in on the Department of Justice releasing files on Jeffrey Epstein. Meanwhile, Mr. Trump accused Democrats of creating a "hoax" over the Epstein case. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest details.
Lawmakers pressure Bondi over Epstein files
Democrats and Republicans are calling for the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, while Attorney General Pam Bondi continues to dodge questions over the case. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Johnson calls for Epstein files transparency
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, an ally of President Trump, is another Republican who is now calling for greater transparency and the release of the Jeffrey Epstein documents. Johnson also said there needs to be more of an explanation from Attorney General Pam Bondi regarding her comments on the files as the issue divides the GOP.
Trump continues pushback over Epstein case
President Trump said he doesn't understand why people are interested in the Jeffrey Epstein case while speaking to reporters on Tuesday. Meanwhile, lawmakers, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, are calling for the release of the Epstein files. CBS News' Natalie Brand has the latest from the White House.
Mike Johnson speaks out on Epstein files
In a notable break from President Trump, House Speaker Mike Johnson is calling for the Department of Justice to release all of its information on Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News chief Washington analyst Robert Costa has more.
Trump defends Bondi on Epstein files
President Trump praised Attorney General Pam Bondi on Tuesday for her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane was at that news conference and has more.
Bondi faces questions about Epstein files
Some in the MAGA movement are demanding more answers about the Justice Department's handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports. Then, Julie K. Brown, investigative reporter for the Miami Herald, joins to discuss further.
Trump standing by Bondi amid Epstein backlash
President Trump is standing by Attorney General Pam Bondi over her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files as some in the MAGA movement call for her resignation and even her firing. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Trump supporters at odds over Epstein files
Members of President Trump's Cabinet are under fire for their handling of the so-called Jeffrey Epstein files. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Trump posts message of support for Bondi amid Epstein probe fallout
Tensions that simmered for months boiled over when the Justice Department and FBI issued a two-page statement this week saying that they had concluded that Jeffrey Epstein did not possess a "client list."
FBI deputy director not at work amid tensions
There is new tension between the U.S. attorney general and the number two at the FBI over the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. The FBI's deputy director, Dan Bongino, did not show up to work Friday, fueling uncertainty at the department. Justice Department reporter Jake Rosen has more.
FBI's Dan Bongino stays home from work amid clash over Epstein probe
A review of the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein has sparked a conflict between Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino, sources say.
Political fallout over Epstein documents
Chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins "CBS Mornings" to break down the DOJ claims that Jeffrey Epstein didn't have a client list and the potential political divisions over handling of the Epstein documents.
Trump asked about Jeffrey Epstein
A new report from the Department of Justice and the FBI found that disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein had "no client list." President Trump was asked about it during a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday.
Trump pushes back on Jeffrey Epstein question: "This creep?"
"Are you still talking about Jeffrey Epstein?" President Trump said in response to questions about the convicted sex offender.
DOJ: Epstein died by suicide, no "client list"
The Justice Department on Monday poured cold water on a conspiracy theory some of its highest ranking officials helped promote. The DOJ now says disgraced financeer Jeffrey Epstein did in fact die by suicide and never had a "client list." Shelby Talcott, White House correspondent for Semafor, Daniella Diaz, congressional reporter for NOTUS, and Jake Rosen, CBS News Department of Justice Reporter, join to discuss.
Judge lets Abrego Garcia's DOJ lawsuit go on
A federal judge on Monday denied the Justice Department's motions to dismiss Kilmar Abrego Garcia's wrongful deportation lawsuit. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
DNC chair talks to David Hogg in leaked audio
In a leaked recording of a Democratic National Committee meeting obtained by Politico, party Chair Ken Martin expressed frustration with Vice Chair David Hogg over continued infighting. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson, NOTUS congressional reporter Daniella Diaz and CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall join "The Takeout" to unpack the latest political headlines.
Trump threatens Musk with "serious consequences" if he donates to Democrats
When asked if his relationship with Elon Musk was over, President Trump said, "I would assume so, yeah."
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