11/17/25: Epstein files go nuclear as autopen scandal hits Trump
Release Date: 11/17/2025
11/20/25: They found a way to hide the files anyway as Trump flips out
The David Pakman Show
-- On the Show: -- Attorney General Pam Bondi refuses to answer questions on what the next steps for releasing the Epstein files will be, leaving the process uncertain -- Trump is losing control over Republicans as his efforts to stop the release of Epstein files fail and MAGA lawmakers ignore his pleas -- A PBS/NPR/Marist poll shows Democrats leading Republicans by 14 points with independents strongly favoring Democrats -- Rep. James Comer admits that if an Epstein list does not exist, Congress may need to construct one to investigate potential law violations -- HUD Secretary Scott...
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11/19/25: Trump loses Epstein vote as files will be released, GOP terrified
The David Pakman Show
-- On the Show: -- Arick Fudali, civil rights attorney who currently represents 11 Epstein survivors, joins us to discuss the potential release of the Epstein files -- The House votes overwhelmingly to release the Epstein files while Donald Trump faces backlash over Republicans reversing themselves under pressure and Rep. Clay Higgins stands alone as the only GOP no vote -- Republicans vote to release the Epstein files while preparing tactics to limit, distort, or weaponize the disclosure to protect Donald Trump and shift blame -- Donald Trump gives Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman...
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11/18/25: Epstein files panic as Trump’s worst fear hits
The David Pakman Show
-- On the Show: -- Laura Field, a writer and political theorist who is an expert on American far-right populist intellectualism, joins us to discuss her new book, "Furious Minds: The Making of the MAGA New Right" -- Representatives Thomas Massie, Ro Khanna, and Marjorie Taylor Greene hold a press conference with Jeffrey Epstein's victims to push for the "Epstein Files Transparency Act" requiring the full release of the files -- Reports from Bloomberg and a hidden camera recording suggest the FBI and Department of Justice are redacting or scrubbing Donald Trump's name from the Epstein files...
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11/17/25: Epstein files go nuclear as autopen scandal hits Trump
The David Pakman Show
-- On the Show: -- Former Vice President Kamala Harris joins us in person to discuss her new book "107 Days" about her 2024 presidential campaign -- Donald Trump is in visible panic as newly released Jeffrey Epstein emails describe him knowing about the girls and send White House staff into chaos -- Donald Trump lashes out at reporters while denying interest in the Epstein files despite posting about them repeatedly -- Donald Trump abruptly calls for releasing the Epstein files after recognizing he can no longer oppose them and tries to frame the shift as transparency -- The White House...
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BONUS: White House in chaos over 50-year mortgage plan, white males overrepresented in podcasting, and more...
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11/14/25: New Dem instantly slams MAGA as evil incarnate now has power
The David Pakman Show
-- On the Show: -- Rep. Adelita Grijalva denounces the 50-day obstruction of her swearing-in, pledges to sign the Epstein files discharge petition, and warns that American freedoms and basic services are being threatened -- Vice President JD Vance claims Donald Trump does not want yes-men while positioning himself as Trump’s most loyal successor and embracing stories that showcase extreme deference -- Stephen Miller confirms Donald Trump’s push for a $2,000 tariff rebate and for nuking the filibuster while reinforcing his long record of extremist policies -- Sean Hannity claims...
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11/13/25: Epstein files explode over Trump as Republicans rebel
The David Pakman Show
-- On the Show: -- Dr. Zachary Rubin, allergist and public health expert, joins us on Substack Live to discuss MAHA initiatives, healthcare access, research funding cuts, and much more... -- Donald Trump faces a massive Republican revolt as over 100 GOP lawmakers plan to vote for full Epstein file release, fracturing his control over the party and exposing deep panic in his inner circle -- Donald Trump lashes out on Truth Social calling the Epstein revelations a “hoax” while reporters highlight his team’s evasive responses and the White House scrambles to control the narrative --...
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11/12/25: Epstein bomb goes off as MAGA accepts wild lies about everything
The David Pakman Show
-- On the Show: -- Adam Kinzinger, former Republican congressman, joins us on Substack Live to discuss his documentary "The Last Republican," the future of the GOP after Trump, and why he believes Democrats must win to save American democracy -- Donald Trump delivers a disjointed and incoherent Veterans Day speech where he renames the holiday “Victory Day,” and slurs through multiple bizarre statements about war and veterans -- Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy admits on air that they “can’t guarantee airplane safety” during a government shutdown, while attacking unpaid air...
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11/11/25: Farmers in tears as Trump collapses, SCOTUS might pound him
The David Pakman Show
-- On the Show: -- Jo Carducci, host of Sane(ish), joins us to discuss Trump’s unraveling behavior, GOP spin on healthcare and the economy, and how voter frustration is shaping the road to 2028 -- Speculation ramps up about the 2028 presidential election as Gavin Newsom polls ahead of potential Republican contender JD Vance -- Mike Johnson discusses the Republican healthcare plan, which promises lower costs, increased access, and better quality while ignoring basic economic constraints -- Donald Trump misleads on healthcare, economic perceptions and policy while clashing with Laura...
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11/10/25: Dems cave as Trump melts down and Groypers surge
The David Pakman Show
-- On the Show: -- Rep. Seth Moulton, Democrat from Massachusetts, joins us to discuss the end of the government shutdown and his campaign for US Senate -- Several Democratic senators, including Jeanne Shaheen, Maggie Hassan, and Tim Kaine, agree to end the shutdown by accepting Trump’s terms in exchange for a future healthcare vote -- Donald Trump issues sweeping preemptive pardons for Rudy Giuliani, Mark Meadows, and others tied to the 2020 election plot, shielding his allies from accountability -- The MAGA movement splinters as Nick Fuentes’ extremist followers attack establishment...
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-- Former Vice President Kamala Harris joins us in person to discuss her new book "107 Days" about her 2024 presidential campaign
-- Donald Trump is in visible panic as newly released Jeffrey Epstein emails describe him knowing about the girls and send White House staff into chaos
-- Donald Trump lashes out at reporters while denying interest in the Epstein files despite posting about them repeatedly
-- Donald Trump abruptly calls for releasing the Epstein files after recognizing he can no longer oppose them and tries to frame the shift as transparency
-- The White House scrambles after seven Trump pardons show identical signatures despite years of him mocking Joe Biden for using an autopen
-- Donald Trump withdraws support for Marjorie Taylor Greene and attacks multiple Republicans as the MAGA coalition fractures
-- Donald Trump openly outlines a plan to restrict voting and end early and mail voting to ensure Democrats never regain power
-- Donald Trump says he had an MRI but does not know what part of his body was analyzed or why it was done
-- Donald Trump claps in a bizarre asymmetrical manner at a White House event, which neurologists say can indicate a number of different health issues
-- When pressed by journalist Jonathan Karl about food prices and Thanksgiving costs, NEC Director Kevin Hassett gives misleading explanations about price trends, tariffs, and supply
-- On the Bonus Show: Behind the scenes of the Kamala Harris interview, and much more...
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(13:15) Trump calls to release files
(22:35) White House scrambles over pardons
(27:31) Trump attacks MAGA allies
(36:00) Trump outlines voter restrictions
(43:37) Kamala Harris interview
(52:25) Trump confused about MRI
(58:08) Trump claps oddly at event
(1:01:53) Hassett misleads on food prices