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Month: February 2024

@mikenov: RT @VaticanNews: Gospel of the Day (Luke 16,19-31) “Oh no, father Abraham, but if someone from the dead goes to them, they will repent.’ T…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date February 29, 2024

Gospel of the Day (Luke 16,19-31)

“Oh no, father Abraham, but if someone from the dead goes to them, they will repent.’ Then Abraham said, ‘If they will not listen to Moses and the prophets, neither will they be persuaded if someone should rise from the dead.'” pic.twitter.com/Y2Ddx68hLx

— Vatican News (@VaticanNews) February 29, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@mikenov: RT @tribelaw: My take on @Lawrence on how SCOTUS mishandled Trump’s autocratic claim of presidential immunity from criminal prosecution of…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date February 29, 2024

My take on @Lawrence on how SCOTUS mishandled Trump’s autocratic claim of presidential immunity from criminal prosecution of his Constitution-defying scheme to overturn his electoral loss of the presidency ⬇️https://t.co/kpV7c114bK

— Laurence Tribe 🇺🇦 ⚖️ (@tribelaw) February 29, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@mikenov: RT @haaretzcom: For the first time in its 76-year history, Israel has the opportunity to substantially improve its strategic situation and…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date February 29, 2024

For the first time in its 76-year history, Israel has the opportunity to substantially improve its strategic situation and environs – and astonishingly, it is saying no / @AlonPinkas https://t.co/cBb8989KVo

— Haaretz.com (@haaretzcom) February 29, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@mikenov: RT @jaketapper: It’s Thursday, Feb 29, 2024. WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich was detained by the FSB Mar 29, 2023. 337 DAYS AGO. FREE EVAN…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date February 29, 2024

It’s Thursday, Feb 29, 2024.

WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich was detained by the FSB Mar 29, 2023.

337 DAYS AGO.

FREE EVAN NOW!

Journalism is not a crime!#IStandWithEvan pic.twitter.com/PDDGWToknn

— Jake Tapper (@jaketapper) February 29, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@mikenov: RT @VaticanNews: Holy See: Religious freedom is violated in one third of the world https://t.co/tpo8Q1P3Qt

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date February 29, 2024

Holy See: Religious freedom is violated in one third of the worldhttps://t.co/tpo8Q1P3Qt

— Vatican News (@VaticanNews) February 29, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@mikenov: RT @POLITICOEurope: Estonian PM Kaja Kallas has joined French President Emmanuel Macron in saying Western leaders must not rule out sending…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date February 29, 2024

Estonian PM Kaja Kallas has joined French President Emmanuel Macron in saying Western leaders must not rule out sending ground troops to Ukraine.https://t.co/eSd3ifcqDM

— POLITICOEurope (@POLITICOEurope) February 29, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@mikenov: RT @Gerashchenko_en: Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas has supported Emmanuel Macron, saying that Western leaders should not exclude the…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date February 29, 2024

Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas has supported Emmanuel Macron, saying that Western leaders should not exclude the possibility of sending ground troops to Ukraine.

According to Kaja Kallas, Western leaders should discuss all the possibilities behind closed doors, including… https://t.co/EuMqc073Dd pic.twitter.com/CPZL3ON78j

— Anton Gerashchenko (@Gerashchenko_en) February 29, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@mikenov: RT @haaretzcom: Free the hostages, establish a Palestinian state: Israel’s path back to normality | Opinion

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date February 29, 2024

Free the hostages, establish a Palestinian state: Israel’s path back to normality | Opinion | Amos Schockenhttps://t.co/HjK6Dq0zg5

— Haaretz.com (@haaretzcom) February 29, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@mikenov: RT @RpsAgainstTrump: “I’ve been in this business 40 years. I’ve never seen something like this.” https://t.co/qiQmZLbGkr

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date February 29, 2024

“I’ve been in this business 40 years. I’ve never seen something like this.” pic.twitter.com/qiQmZLbGkr https://t.co/wYzHgWQICe

— Republicans against Trump (@RpsAgainstTrump) February 29, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@mikenov: RT @thehill: NEW POLL: Former President Trump is pulling more support than President Biden in at least seven swing states that are likely g…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date February 29, 2024

NEW POLL: Former President Trump is pulling more support than President Biden in at least seven swing states that are likely going to determine the election, the poll found. https://t.co/qDdgdkvy40 pic.twitter.com/1SBHfTVPNv

— The Hill (@thehill) February 29, 2024

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Epstein files and Trump
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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.