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Trump Calls Greene a Traitor; Epstein Files Controversy Escalates

11/17/2025

Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump labels Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) a traitor for pushing to release the Jeffrey Epstein files and threatens to back a Republican challenger.
Greene says Trump's rhetoric has incited threats against her and she has received warnings from private security firms.
She remains steadfast in demanding Epstein transparency.
Twenty-seven Epstein survivors publicly support Greene, thanking her for courage amid the escalating MAGA feud.

History

Historical Context

Jeffrey Epstein's 2008 plea deal, approved by U.S. Attorney Alexander Acosta, allowed him to serve just 13 months for sex trafficking minors, igniting public outrage. This leniency has since fueled scrutiny of political figures like Donald Trump, who faced backlash for his ties to Epstein and failure to release related files, reflecting ongoing tensions within the Republican Party regarding accountability and justice reform.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump labels Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) a traitor for pushing to release the Jeffrey Epstein files and threatens to back a Republican challenger.
Greene says Trump's rhetoric has incited threats against her and she has received warnings from private security firms.
She remains steadfast in demanding Epstein transparency.
Twenty-seven Epstein survivors publicly support Greene, thanking her for courage amid the escalating MAGA feud.

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