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Scarborough Slams GOP for Ignoring Epstein Accountability

2/19/2026

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Scarborough Critiques Republicans

Joe Scarborough, MSNBC host, criticized Republican lawmakers for their absence at Les Wexner's deposition on Epstein ties.
He said they shield party members from accountability while pursuing Bill and Hillary Clinton.
Scarborough contrasted this with the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in the U.K., arguing accountability is lacking in the U.S.
He warned Republicans and called for transparency regarding Epstein associates.

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Garcia Challenges Comer

On February 15, 2026, U.S. Rep. Robert Garcia criticized Republican Chairman James Comer for not subpoenaing Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick over ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Garcia said Lutnick communicated with Epstein after his conviction and called for accountability.
Comer resisted subpoena, fearing it could jeopardize Epstein depositions, including one involving Les Wexner; meanwhile the White House supports Lutnick.
Ghislaine Maxwell sought clemency from U.S. President Donald Trump during her deposition.

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Scarborough Critiques Republicans

Joe Scarborough, MSNBC host, criticized Republican lawmakers for their absence at Les Wexner's deposition on Epstein ties.
He said they shield party members from accountability while pursuing Bill and Hillary Clinton.
Scarborough contrasted this with the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in the U.K., arguing accountability is lacking in the U.S.
He warned Republicans and called for transparency regarding Epstein associates.

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