Trump on Epstein Files: 'Terrible Thing' to Release Photos, Deflection Tactic

Reaction to Epstein File Photos

• 🗣️ President Trump called the release of photos from the Jeffrey Epstein files a "terrible thing," expressing dislike for pictures of Bill Clinton and others being shown.
• 🤝 Despite his criticism of the photo release, Trump stated he has always gotten along with and respected Bill Clinton.
• 🏛️ Trump suggested the release is a tactic by Democrats, and some Republicans, to deflect from the successes of his administration.

Epstein Files as a Political Tool

• 🎯 The release of Epstein-related documents is framed as an attempt to distract from positive Republican achievements, such as building "the biggest ships in the world."
• 📉 Trump criticized Representative Massie, calling him a "loser" and accusing him of working with Democrats to use the Epstein situation for political gain.
• 📢 Many people, including Republicans, are reportedly angry that the files are being used to ruin reputations of individuals who innocently met Epstein years ago.

Economic Achievements and Drug Pricing

• 📈 Trump highlighted his administration's economic successes, including bringing down prices and building the most successful economy in history, with gasoline prices dropping significantly.
• 💊 A major achievement discussed is the reduction of drug prices, with Trump claiming to have brought them down by thousands of percent by negotiating with foreign countries.
• 🇫🇷 He described a negotiation with French President Macron, using the threat of a 25% tariff on French goods to compel France to lower its drug prices, which he claims led to other countries agreeing to similar terms.
• 📰 Trump criticized the New York Times for barely covering the drug price reduction, calling it a "fake newspaper."