Geraldo Rivera on Epstein Files, Trump's Conduct, and MBS Visit

Epstein Files Release and Key Figures

• 🇺🇸 Marjorie Taylor Greene is hailed as an "American hero" for her role in breaking the logjam for the release of the Epstein files, enduring criticism from President Trump.
• 👎 Conversely, former Harvard President Larry Summers is labeled the "loser of the week" due to his prolific mention in the released files, suggesting he was a "wingman" for Jeffrey Epstein.

Assessment of Trump's Conduct in Files

• 🔍 Geraldo Rivera states that based on the files released so far, there is "nothing actionable" regarding President Trump's conduct.
• 🗣️ Rivera suggests Trump's delay in supporting the file release stems from his desire to control the narrative and avoid negative commentary.

Saudi Crown Prince Visit and Khashoggi Killing

• 🇸🇦 The visit of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) is discussed, marking his first White House appearance since the killing of Jamal Khashoggi.
• 🗣️ President Trump defended MBS, stating he "knew nothing about it" regarding the Khashoggi killing and suggesting it was inappropriate for journalists to ask about it.
• ✍️ Rivera criticizes Trump's defense, calling it an attempt to "scrub history" and noting that U.S. intelligence suggests MBS likely ordered the killing.

Media and Journalism

• 📰 Mary Bruce of ABC News is commended for her "withering criticism" and "fair questions" directed at Trump and MBS regarding the Khashoggi killing and 9/11 families' concerns.
• 🎙️ The interaction between Trump and Bruce is described as extraordinary and out of line for a president to an American journalist, especially when asking questions the public and 9/11 families want answered.