CNN Panelists Clash Over Trump Epstein File Allegations

President Donald Trump is at the center of controversy regarding files linked to Jeffrey Epstein, with reports indicating he was named in unverified documents. Trump has dismissed the matter as the "Epstein SCAM" and accused Democrats of using it as a political distraction, while some media figures like CNN's Abby Phillip have questioned why he doesn't acknowledge his presence in the files. Republican strategist Scott Jennings defended Trump, emphasizing that there is no credible evidence against him and labeling the reports as "unverified hearsay" and "fake news." The issue has sparked heated debates on media coverage and political weaponization, with critics accusing some commentators of callousness towards Epstein's victims when expressing satisfaction over Trump's difficulties. Meanwhile, Trump has filed a lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal over an article alleging he sent Epstein a bawdy birthday letter, denying any wrongdoing and highlighting that he banned Epstein from Mar-a-Lago following an assault incident. The dispute underscores the ongoing political and media tensions surrounding the Epstein investigation and its impact on Trump’s presidency.