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Day: January 26, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@bbcrussian: RT by @mikenov: Трампа обязали выплатить Джин Кэрролл $83,3 млн https://t.co/DHLKHQf5cP

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date January 26, 2024

Трампа обязали выплатить Джин Кэрролл $83,3 млн https://t.co/DHLKHQf5cP

— bbcrussian (@bbcrussian) January 26, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@WashTimes: RT by @mikenov: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will “continue to do what is necessary” to defend itself, following a…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date January 26, 2024

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will “continue to do what is necessary” to defend itself, following a ruling from the top U.N. court that harshly criticized Israel’s war against Hamas in the Gaza Strip. https://t.co/Zk2hLpOTIv

— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) January 26, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@DrEliDavid: RT by @mikenov: Europe gave Gaza billions of Euros in “humanitarian aid”. It’s a mystery where the money went 🤔 https://t.co/fKHTJGXGsT

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date January 26, 2024

Europe gave Gaza billions of Euros in “humanitarian aid”. It’s a mystery where the money went 🤔 pic.twitter.com/fKHTJGXGsT

— Dr. Eli David (@DrEliDavid) January 26, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@chunterkap: RT by @mikenov: #DefendantTrump, in the manner of a small child or #GeriatricNarcissist, maintains that because he chose not to attend the…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date January 26, 2024

#DefendantTrump, in the manner of a small child or #GeriatricNarcissist, maintains that because he chose not to attend the first trial Carroll v. Trump trial, it must not have actually occurred.https://t.co/nWVcYrt74N

— CHUNTERKAP (@chunterkap) January 26, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@thehill: RT by @mikenov: #BREAKING: Jury orders Trump to pay $83.3 million for defaming E. Jean Carroll: Reports https://t.co/2lrQEM4gGv

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date January 26, 2024

#BREAKING: Jury orders Trump to pay $83.3 million for defaming E. Jean Carroll: Reports https://t.co/2lrQEM4gGv

— The Hill (@thehill) January 26, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@NewsHour: RT by @mikenov: NEW: A jury has awarded an additional $83.3 million to former advice columnist E. Jean Carroll, who says former President Don…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date January 26, 2024

NEW: A jury has awarded an additional $83.3 million to former advice columnist E. Jean Carroll, who says former President Donald Trump damaged her reputation by calling her a liar after she accused him of sexual assault. https://t.co/n5XlAUh8Z2

— PBS NewsHour (@NewsHour) January 26, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@VaticanNews: RT by @mikenov: Pope Francis highlights charity, truth, and life in his address to the Commission for Theological Dialogue between the Cat…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date January 26, 2024

Pope Francis highlights charity, truth, and life in his address to the Commission for Theological Dialogue between the Catholic Church and the Oriental Orthodox Churches.https://t.co/FuWU04oEuq

— Vatican News (@VaticanNews) January 26, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@Newsweek: RT by @mikenov: Judge Kaplan may refer Alina Habba to bar for discipline: Legal analyst https://t.co/grIydEhBdo

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date January 26, 2024

Judge Kaplan may refer Alina Habba to bar for discipline: Legal analyst https://t.co/grIydEhBdo

— Newsweek (@Newsweek) January 26, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@haaretzcom: RT by @mikenov: Analysis | Humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza is at heart of ICJ’s genocide ruling on Israel https://t.co/Eo39veP4tW

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date January 26, 2024

Analysis | Humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza is at heart of ICJ’s genocide ruling on Israel https://t.co/Eo39veP4tW

— Haaretz.com (@haaretzcom) January 26, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@EmmanuelMacron: RT by @mikenov: Thank you, India, for your warm welcome in Jaïpur and Delhi. France will welcome the whole world this year with the co…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date January 26, 2024

Thank you, India, for your warm welcome in Jaïpur and Delhi.

France will welcome the whole world this year with the commemoration of the Second World war, the Olympic and Paralympic games in Paris and the Francophonie summit.

You are welcome, our friends! pic.twitter.com/rmdyzUYH3N

— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) January 26, 2024

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Epstein files and Trump
https://gemini.google.com/share/520bda4c204b

As of early February 2026, the relationship between Donald Trump and the Jeffrey Epstein files has entered a major new phase following the passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act in late 2025.

The situation is currently defined by a massive document release, intense political debate over redactions, and new details regarding Trump’s inner circle.

The Epstein Files Transparency Act (2025)
In a rare moment of bipartisan unity, Congress passed the Epstein Files Transparency Act in November 2025. President Trump signed the bill on November 19, 2025, which legally mandated the Department of Justice (DOJ) to release all investigative files related to Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.

Trump’s Reversal: Initially, Trump dismissed the push for the files as a “Democrat hoax” and “pretty boring stuff.” However, facing a near-unanimous House vote, he shifted his stance, urging Republicans to support the release and claiming he had “nothing to hide.”

The “Final” Release: On January 30, 2026, the DOJ released its largest tranche to date—over 3 million pages, 180,000 images, and 2,000 videos. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche (a former personal lawyer for Trump) stated this fulfilled the government’s legal obligations.

Key Findings Regarding Donald Trump
While the millions of pages have not produced evidence of criminal activity by Trump, they have shed more light on his past social ties:

Frequent Mentions: Trump’s name appears over 3,000 times in the latest documents. Most references are in news articles Epstein collected, correspondence between other parties, or unverified tips sent to the FBI.

Unverified Allegations: The files include previously unsealed FBI tips and “sensationalist” claims made shortly before the 2020 election. The DOJ has explicitly defended Trump against these, labeling them “unfounded and false.”

Specific Incidents: One document contains an allegation that Epstein introduced a 14-year-old girl to Trump at Mar-a-Lago in the early 2000s, though no charges or corroborating evidence of misconduct were provided.

Trump’s Response: On February 1, 2026, Trump told reporters that the files actually “absolve” him and prove the claims against him were a “radical left” fabrication.

Inner Circle & Wider Connections
The 2026 release has been notable for revealing that members of Trump’s circle remained in contact with Epstein longer than previously known:

Steve Bannon: The files show text and email exchanges between Bannon and Epstein as late as 2019, including a discussion about Epstein’s private plane.

Elon Musk: Emails from 2012 show Musk inquiring about “wild parties” on Epstein’s island. Musk has defended these on X, stating Epstein “hounded” him and that the release is an attempt to “smear” him.

Howard Lutnick: The Commerce Secretary also appears in the files, though his representatives state his interactions were limited and social.

Current Controversies
Redaction Failures: The DOJ faced a massive backlash after it was discovered that “blacked-out” text could be revealed by simply copying and pasting it. This accidentally exposed the identities of dozens of victims, leading to a legal battle between survivors’ attorneys and the administration.

“Cover-Up” Claims: Democrats, led by Representative Jamie Raskin, have accused the Trump administration of a “full-blown cover-up,” arguing that only half of the 6 million responsive documents have actually been released.