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The Tara Palmeri Show

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The Tara Palmeri Show

Tara Palmeri
World Bank | The Development Podcast

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World Bank | The Development Podcast

World Bank

3 DAYS AGO

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Trump and the Epstein Files: The Men Who Will Never Be Prosecuted

The latest Epstein files drop has exposed embarrassing details about powerful figures like Elon Musk, Bill Gates, and others—yet no prosecutions in sight. On this explosive episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, Tara breaks down her appearance on Piers Morgan Uncensored discussing the massive dump of Epstein documents—including emails, images, and chilling footage—revealing embarrassing details about high-profile figures like Elon Musk, Bill Gates, Richard Branson, and others. The panel dissects why prosecutions remain elusive despite widespread outrage, the FBI's handling of redactions and victim names, potential cover-ups, geopolitical blackmail angles involving Mossad and foreign powers, and the broader implications of Epstein's unexplained wealth and connections. Tara pushes back on assumptions, emphasizes following the money and survivor testimonies, and challenges inconsistencies in public statements from powerful men. What inconsistencies in the Epstein files stand out most to you? For more of her reporting, subscribe to her weekly newsletter, "The Red Letter." https://tarapalmeri.substack.com/ https://www.tarapalmeri.com/subscribe Latest from the Red Letter: https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/the-ice-campaign-bruce-blakemans https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/breaking-wheres-don-lemon-epstein https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/trump-is-angry-over-minneapolis-and To support her mission of independent journalism, consider donating to her GoFundMe account: https://gofund.me/0c46f9a5 Piers Morgan Uncensored: https://www.youtube.com/@PiersMorganUncensored Tara on PMU: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W0qYM7DvtjI Follow Piers: https://www.instagram.com/piersmorgan/ https://x.com/piersmorgan Tara Palmeri is one of the most feared and fearless reporters covering power and politics. She has 15 years of experience covering national politics and foreign affairs. She was formerly a White House Correspondent for ABC News where she covered the first Trump administration. She was the chief National Correspondent for POLITICO during the Biden administration. She has been a political analyst for CNBC, CBS and CNN. She started her career as a columnist for the Washington Examiner and then went on to report for the New York Post. She was a foreign correspondent for POLITICO Europe, where she covered international affairs, including Brexit. She hosted the Ringer's political podcast "Somebody's Gotta Win" and wrote a column for Puck. Tara also hosted two acclaimed podcasts on Jeffrey Epstein, "Broken: Jeffrey Epstein" and "Power: The Maxwells." Tara currently hosts the Tara Palmeri Show. Follow Tara: https://www.instagram.com/tarapalmeri/ https://x.com/tarapalmeri https://www.tiktok.com/@tarapalmeri For inquiries, email: TaraPalmeriInfo@gmail.com #JeffreyEpstein #Epstein #EpsteinFiles #EpsteinList #GhislaineMaxwell #HumanTrafficking #ElonMusk #BillGates #TaraPalmeriShow #TaraPalmeri #PoliticalScandal #EpsteinCoverup Trump and the Epstein Files: The Men Who Will Never Be Prosecuted Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to the Tara Palmeri Show 00:52 Latest Epstein Files: 3 Million Pages Released 02:04 Epstein's Chilling Bannon Interview 04:34 Tara joins Piers Morgan Uncensored 05:17 Legal Barriers to Epstein Prosecutions 08:12 FBI Redactions and Victim Name Failures 12:36 Elon Musk's Epstein Emails Exposed 16:42 Epstein Blackmail and Geopolitical Connections 20:39 High-Profile Figures in the Epstein Files 24:40 Association vs Guilt in Epstein Case 30:37 Don Lemon Arrest and Journalist Rights 35:32 Panel Clash on Church Protest Interference 39:15 Free Speech vs Worship Rights Debate 43:35 Thanks for watching the Tara Palmeri Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3 days ago

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48 min
19/12/2025

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Getting Development Done: 2025 in Review and Look Ahead

This year countries grappled with a cascade of shocks and economic turbulence, from ongoing conflicts and economic uncertainty to catastrophic weather that tested communities. Yet in the face of these challenges, nations proved far more resilient and adaptive than predicted. In this episode of The Development Podcast, we look back at what shaped 2025 and look ahead to 2026 and beyond. As the global landscape rapidly shifts, we explore how Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) are adapting and how different parts of the World Bank Group, including the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), are working as one to maximize our development impact. Join us for insights on these issues and more from Anna Bjerde, the World Bank's Managing Director of Operations and Raj Kumar, the founding President and Editor-in-Chief of Devex. Timestamps[00:00] Challenges and takeaways from 2025 [06:11] How development organizations are evolving and adapting [12:27] What can we expect from 2026? [16:26] Wish for the next year [17:30] 2025 through the eyes of a Kenyan farmer To learn more about the World Bank Group’s work check out: How to Drive Intelligent Outcomes in an Age of AI

19/12/2025

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22 min
3 DAYS AGO

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Epstein’s Elite Shield: Why No One Else Was Charged

The Epstein files continue to reveal a web of elite protection — but why has no one beyond Ghislaine Maxwell faced charges? On this revealing episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, Tara joins Don Lemon following his recent arrest to dissect the latest Jeffrey Epstein document releases. The discussion exposes bipartisan connections across administrations, from Bill Clinton and Donald Trump mentions to compromised figures in current investigations like Jay Clayton, alongside failures in redactions that re-traumatize victims, ignored tips dating back decades, and the lack of accountability for alleged accomplices despite thousands of victims. The conversation highlights systemic issues in prioritizing justice for crimes against women and the apparent shielding of powerful networks that have kept the full truth buried. What connections in the Epstein saga demand further scrutiny from independent journalism? For more of her reporting, subscribe to her weekly newsletter, "The Red Letter." https://tarapalmeri.substack.com/ https://www.tarapalmeri.com/subscribe Latest from the Red Letter: https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/the-ice-campaign-bruce-blakemans https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/breaking-wheres-don-lemon-epstein https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/trump-is-angry-over-minneapolis-and To support her mission of independent journalism, consider donating to her GoFundMe account: https://gofund.me/0c46f9a5 Tara Palmeri is one of the most feared and fearless reporters covering power and politics. She has 15 years of experience covering national politics and foreign affairs. She was formerly a White House Correspondent for ABC News where she covered the first Trump administration. She was the chief National Correspondent for POLITICO during the Biden administration. She has been a political analyst for CNBC, CBS and CNN. She started her career as a columnist for the Washington Examiner and then went on to report for the New York Post. She was a foreign correspondent for POLITICO Europe, where she covered international affairs, including Brexit. She hosted the Ringer's political podcast "Somebody's Gotta Win" and wrote a column for Puck. Tara also hosted two acclaimed podcasts on Jeffrey Epstein, "Broken: Jeffrey Epstein" and "Power: The Maxwells." Tara currently hosts the Tara Palmeri Show. Listen to the 'Tara Palmeri Show': Apple https://apple.co/4lWeFuo iHeartRadio https://iheart.com/podcast/273622585/ Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cdfe747e-54a2-47ae-9ec5-15957642e533/the-tara-palmeri-show Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3kgamV3lbZIGIHW2H0XUTR?si=1ffdbb566a964bc1 New videos from Tara are released 5PM EST on weekdays and Sunday https://www.youtube.com/@TaraPalmeri Follow Tara: https://www.instagram.com/tarapalmeri/ https://x.com/tarapalmeri https://www.tiktok.com/@tarapalmeri For inquiries, email: TaraPalmeriInfo@gmail.com #Epstein #JeffreyEpstein #EpsteinFiles #EpsteinList #Trump #DonaldTrump #BillClinton #GhislaineMaxwell #HumanTrafficking #Conspiracy #DeepState #MAGA #TaraPalmeriShow #TaraPalmeri Epstein’s Elite Shield: Why No One Else Was Charged Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to the Tara Palmeri Show 00:44 Tara joins the Don Lemon Show 02:46 Epstein files reveal no real arrests beyond Maxwell 04:30 Bipartisan elite connections across administrations 07:38 Why tips and accusations aren't properly investigated 10:04 Government failures re-traumatize victims with sloppy releases 12:56 Thanks for watching the Tara Palmeri Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3 days ago

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15 min
5 DAYS AGO

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NEW Epstein Files Reveal More Trump Connections

What new revelations about President Trump's inner circle and ties to Jeffrey Epstein emerge in the final document dump from the DOJ? On this explosive episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, in a special collaboration with Jim Acosta's show, Tara Palmeri joins forces with her former White House correspondent colleague Jim Acosta—now hosting his own program on Substack and YouTube—for an in-depth breakdown of the latest Epstein files. They unpack the partial release of 3 million documents out of 6 million held by the DOJ, strategic administration leaks timed suspiciously on a Friday, ironic mentions of Elon Musk inquiring about Epstein's "party island" despite his warnings to Trump, Howard Lutnick's attempts to visit the island, disturbing allegations and tips against Trump that were temporarily removed from the DOJ website, the dismissal of third-party perpetrators by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche despite evidence to the contrary, mishandling of victim identities, bipartisan elite protections enabling Epstein's operations for decades, and the broader implications of narrative manipulation to shield powerful figures while survivors continue to demand full transparency. What aspects of the Epstein-Trump connections raise the most red flags for you? For more of her reporting, subscribe to her weekly newsletter, "The Red Letter." https://tarapalmeri.substack.com/ https://www.tarapalmeri.com/subscribe Latest from the Red Letter: https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/breaking-wheres-don-lemon-epstein https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/trump-is-angry-over-minneapolis-and https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/is-michael-cohen-angling-for-a-trump To support her mission of independent journalism, consider donating to her GoFundMe account: https://gofund.me/0c46f9a5 Tara Palmeri is one of the most feared and fearless reporters covering power and politics. She has 15 years of experience covering national politics and foreign affairs. She was formerly a White House Correspondent for ABC News where she covered the first Trump administration. She was the chief National Correspondent for POLITICO during the Biden administration. She has been a political analyst for CNBC, CBS and CNN. She started her career as a columnist for the Washington Examiner and then went on to report for the New York Post. She was a foreign correspondent for POLITICO Europe, where she covered international affairs, including Brexit. She hosted the Ringer's political podcast "Somebody's Gotta Win" and wrote a column for Puck. Tara also hosted two acclaimed podcasts on Jeffrey Epstein, "Broken: Jeffrey Epstein" and "Power: The Maxwells." Tara currently hosts the Tara Palmeri Show. Follow Tara: https://www.instagram.com/tarapalmeri/ https://x.com/tarapalmeri https://www.tiktok.com/@tarapalmeri For inquiries, email: TaraPalmeriInfo@gmail.com #JeffreyEpstein #Epstein #EpsteinFiles #Trump #TrumpEpstein #EpsteinList #EpsteinClientList #EpsteinIsland #Politics #TrueCrime #Conspiracy #News #HumanTrafficking #MAGA #DonaldTrump #GhislaineMaxwell #BillClinton #TaraPalmeriShow #TaraPalmeri NEW Epstein Files Reveal More Trump Connections Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to the Tara Palmeri Show 00:27 Final Epstein Document Dump Details 00:49 Trump Inner Circle Mentions Emerge 01:23 Discussion with Jim Acosta Begins 02:28 Dive into the Full Conversation 03:11 Tara joins the Jim Acosta Show 04:25 Elon Musk's Island Inquiry and Irony 05:51 Narrative Manipulation and Leaks 07:31 Concerns Over Partial Files Release 09:20 Disturbing Epstein-Trump Ties and Tips 11:05 Todd Blanche's Statements Questioned 12:44 Longstanding Trump-Epstein Friendship 14:11 Thanks for watching the Tara Palmeri Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 days ago

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16 min
5 DAYS AGO

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NEW Epstein Files Expose Trump & Musk Ties

What explosive ties between Jeffrey Epstein and top figures like Trump and Elon Musk are exposed in the latest DOJ document release? On this eye-opening episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, Tara Palmeri appears as a guest on Ari Melber's MSNBC program to break down the long-delayed release of over 3 million pages and 100,000 images from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, highlighting rampant delays, potential cover-ups across administrations, and a federal chart listing Epstein's associates, agents, and authorized individuals where only Ghislaine Maxwell was charged. The conversation delves into newly revealed emails showing Elon Musk's attempts to visit Epstein's island for a "wild" party, Wilbur Ross's hidden contacts despite public distancing, disturbing tips involving Trump that may not have been pursued, and the hubris of powerful individuals who downplayed their extensive relationships with Epstein, while questioning the DOJ's completeness and accountability in handling one of the most perverse crimes spanning decades. What unanswered questions from the Epstein saga do you believe demand further investigation? For more of her reporting, subscribe to her weekly newsletter, "The Red Letter." https://tarapalmeri.substack.com/ https://www.tarapalmeri.com/subscribe Latest from the Red Letter: https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/breaking-wheres-don-lemon-epstein https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/trump-is-angry-over-minneapolis-and https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/is-michael-cohen-angling-for-a-trump To support her mission of independent journalism, consider donating to her GoFundMe account: https://gofund.me/0c46f9a5 Tara Palmeri is one of the most feared and fearless reporters covering power and politics. She has 15 years of experience covering national politics and foreign affairs. She was formerly a White House Correspondent for ABC News where she covered the first Trump administration. She was the chief National Correspondent for POLITICO during the Biden administration. She has been a political analyst for CNBC, CBS and CNN. She started her career as a columnist for the Washington Examiner and then went on to report for the New York Post. She was a foreign correspondent for POLITICO Europe, where she covered international affairs, including Brexit. She hosted the Ringer's political podcast "Somebody's Gotta Win" and wrote a column for Puck. Tara also hosted two acclaimed podcasts on Jeffrey Epstein, "Broken: Jeffrey Epstein" and "Power: The Maxwells." Tara currently hosts the Tara Palmeri Show. Listen to the 'Tara Palmeri Show': Apple https://apple.co/4lWeFuo iHeartRadio https://iheart.com/podcast/273622585/ Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cdfe747e-54a2-47ae-9ec5-15957642e533/the-tara-palmeri-show Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3kgamV3lbZIGIHW2H0XUTR?si=1ffdbb566a964bc1 New videos from Tara are released 5PM EST on weekdays and Sunday https://www.youtube.com/@TaraPalmeri Follow Tara: https://www.instagram.com/tarapalmeri/ https://x.com/tarapalmeri https://www.tiktok.com/@tarapalmeri For inquiries, email: TaraPalmeriInfo@gmail.com #JeffreyEpstein #EpsteinFiles #Epstein #TrumpEpstein #ElonMusk #DOJ #GhislaineMaxwell #EpsteinList #TrueCrime #Politics #TaraPalmeriShow #TaraPalmeri New Epstein Files Expose Trump & Musk Ties Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to the Tara Palmeri Show 00:24 Latest Epstein Files Released: 3 Million Pages and 100,000 Images 01:40 Disturbing Tips and Emails Involving Trump 02:56 Elon Musk's Island Visit Emails Revealed 03:44 Tara joins the Ari Melber on MSNow 08:52 Thanks for watching the Tara Palmeri Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 days ago

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10 min
29 JAN

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Inside Michael Cohen’s Pardon Play — and How It Could Help Trump on Appeal

The explosive revelations keep coming in the Jeffrey Epstein saga—what really motivated Michael Cohen to change his story on Trump and Epstein, and who is he trying to reach for a pardon? On this intense collaborative episode of the Tara Palmeri Show with Lev Parnas via his Substack LevRemembers, Tara dives deep into fresh developments from the Epstein files, including a document showing Cohen's lawyers pitching him as a source with valuable information on Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein during his incarceration. The discussion uncovers Cohen's shifting accounts—from denying any knowledge of Epstein to admitting details about a mysterious Jane Doe case he claims Trump directed him to handle—while questioning inconsistencies, his alleged backchannel efforts to secure a pardon through figures like George Santos (with live text exchanges shown), and claims of pressure from prosecutors like Alvin Bragg and Letitia James during the hush money trial. Lev Parnas shares insights from his sources, highlights the focus on justice for Epstein survivors, and pushes for full transparency in the files, emphasizing accountability for those with potential knowledge. What hidden details about Michael Cohen's Epstein connections might still surface, and how could they impact ongoing legal battles involving Trump? For more of her reporting, subscribe to her weekly newsletter, "The Red Letter." https://tarapalmeri.substack.com/ https://www.tarapalmeri.com/subscribe Latest from the Red Letter: https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/the-arsonist-conducting-the-pretti https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/trumps-chinese-finger-trap-on-immigration https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/pete-hegseth-isnt-just-waging-a-culture To support her mission of independent journalism, consider donating to her GoFundMe account: https://gofund.me/0c46f9a5 Lev Parnas' substack: https://substack.com/@levparnas Tara Palmeri is one of the most feared and fearless reporters covering power and politics. She has 15 years of experience covering national politics and foreign affairs. She was formerly a White House Correspondent for ABC News where she covered the first Trump administration. She was the chief National Correspondent for POLITICO during the Biden administration. She has been a political analyst for CNBC, CBS and CNN. She started her career as a columnist for the Washington Examiner and then went on to report for the New York Post. She was a foreign correspondent for POLITICO Europe, where she covered international affairs, including Brexit. She hosted the Ringer's political podcast "Somebody's Gotta Win" and wrote a column for Puck. Tara also hosted two acclaimed podcasts on Jeffrey Epstein, "Broken: Jeffrey Epstein" and "Power: The Maxwells." Tara currently hosts the Tara Palmeri Show. Follow Tara: https://www.instagram.com/tarapalmeri/ https://x.com/tarapalmeri https://www.tiktok.com/@tarapalmeri For inquiries, email: TaraPalmeriInfo@gmail.com #JeffreyEpstein #Epstein #EpsteinFiles #EpsteinList #MichaelCohen #Trump #DonaldTrump #EpsteinClientList #EpsteinSurvivors #PoliticalScandal #TaraPalmeriShow #TaraPalmeri Inside Michael Cohen’s Pardon Play — and How It Could Help Trump on Appeal Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to the Tara Palmeri Show 02:28 Lev Parnas joins the Tara Palmeri Show 00:31 Epstein Files: Cohen's Offer on Trump Info 04:07 Cohen Named in Epstein Document 06:50 Cohen's Shifting Denials on Epstein Knowledge 09:20 Private Investigators Targeting Accusers 13:54 Cohen's Pardon Outreach to Trump 16:16 Live Texts: George Santos on Pardon Advice 19:37 Santos Backtracks and Denials 23:25 Cohen's Credibility and Midas Touch Fallout 26:19 Why Cohen Avoids Full Epstein Disclosure 29:19 Call for Full Files Release and Depositions 31:55 Thanks for watching the Tara Palmeri Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

29 Jan

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37 min
26 JAN

7

Alex Pretti Shooting: The “Arsonist” Is Running the Investigation (Ex-FBI John Sullivan)

The killing of Alex Pretti raises a chilling question: when everyone can see the video evidence, why does the official narrative insist otherwise? On this explosive episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, former FBI intelligence section chief John Sullivan breaks down the fatal shooting of 37-year-old ICU nurse Alex Pretti during an ICE-related incident in Minneapolis. With clear video showing Pretti holding a cell phone—not brandishing a weapon—Sullivan explains the critical early hours of any officer-involved shooting: securing evidence, gathering witness footage from every angle, and preventing leadership from contaminating the facts before an investigation begins. Yet DHS quickly declared Pretti brandished a gun, despite evidence to the contrary, prompting even the NRA to push back against White House pressure on concealed carry rights. Sullivan calls the DHS-led probe a classic conflict of interest—like having the arsonist investigate the fire—and questions whether transparency can ever emerge when the agency overseeing ICE runs the show alone, sidelining local law enforcement and keeping the officer's identity hidden. What details in the Alex Pretti shooting demand immediate scrutiny from independent investigators? For more of her reporting, subscribe to her weekly newsletter, "The Red Letter." https://tarapalmeri.substack.com/ https://www.tarapalmeri.com/subscribe Latest from the Red Letter: https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/trumps-chinese-finger-trap-on-immigration https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/pete-hegseth-isnt-just-waging-a-culture https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/the-epstein-story-isnt-just-americanits To support her mission of independent journalism, consider donating to her GoFundMe account: https://gofund.me/0c46f9a5 Tara Palmeri is one of the most feared and fearless reporters covering power and politics. She has 15 years of experience covering national politics and foreign affairs. She was formerly a White House Correspondent for ABC News where she covered the first Trump administration. She was the chief National Correspondent for POLITICO during the Biden administration. She has been a political analyst for CNBC, CBS and CNN. She started her career as a columnist for the Washington Examiner and then went on to report for the New York Post. She was a foreign correspondent for POLITICO Europe, where she covered international affairs, including Brexit. She hosted the Ringer's political podcast "Somebody's Gotta Win" and wrote a column for Puck. Tara also hosted two acclaimed podcasts on Jeffrey Epstein, "Broken: Jeffrey Epstein" and "Power: The Maxwells." Tara currently hosts the Tara Palmeri Show. Follow Tara: https://www.instagram.com/tarapalmeri/ https://x.com/tarapalmeri https://www.tiktok.com/@tarapalmeri For inquiries, email: TaraPalmeriInfo@gmail.com #KashPatel #FBI #ICE #PoliceBrutality #Trump #Politics #TaraPalmeriShow #PoliticalScandal #GovernmentCorruption #LawEnforcement Alex Pretti Shooting: The “Arsonist” Is Running the Investigation (Ex-FBI John Sullivan) Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to the Tara Palmeri Show 02:31 John Sullivan joins the Tara Palmeri Show 02:56 John Sullivan on the Alex Pretti shooting 04:11 Securing evidence and witness footage early 05:38 DHS rushing conclusions on Pretti brandishing 07:22 Arsonist investigating the fire analogy 08:30 Blocking local law enforcement from probe 10:07 Kristi Noem's role and potential resignation 12:04 Dropped investigations under current leadership 13:27 20% of FBI agents shifted to immigration 15:28 Risks of commingling ICE and FBI teams 21:19 First Amendment protections in threat assessments 24:18 Optics obsession in FBI leadership 27:53 Can the public still trust the FBI 30:15 Kash Patel's approach to Five Eyes allies 34:53 John Sullivan on running for Congress 38:01 Thanks for watching the Tara Palmeri Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

26 Jan

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42 min
21 JAN

8

Trump’s ICE Raids Backfire — Polls Crash, White House Scrambles

The White House is scrambling as Trump's aggressive ICE raids turn into a PR nightmare — what happens when the visuals of mass deportations alienate the very voters who put him back in power? On this eye-opening episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, former colleague and Axios reporter Marc Caputo joins to break down the internal wake-up call rocking the administration. Private GOP polling shows slipping support among independents, moderates, infrequent voters, and even key segments of white normies — well before the tragic shooting of Rene Nicole Good in Minneapolis during an ICE encounter intensified the backlash. From Joe Rogan calling the operations "Gestapo"-like to Trump's private frustrations over how the raids "look like a war zone" on social media, the conversation digs into the bind: Trump wants mass deportations but hates the messy, confrontational production playing out daily. Caputo details the talk of "recalibrating" the approach. The discussion also touches on frustrations with media coverage, local resistance in places like Minnesota, and why seeing the "sausage being made" is eroding Trump's once-strong border approval. What do these polling drops and White House second thoughts mean for the midterms and Trump's immigration agenda moving forward? For more of her reporting, subscribe to her weekly newsletter, "The Red Letter." https://tarapalmeri.substack.com/ https://www.tarapalmeri.com/subscribe Latest from the Red Letter: https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/pete-hegseth-isnt-just-waging-a-culture https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/the-epstein-story-isnt-just-americanits https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/live-with-tara-palmeri-to-talk-epstein To support her mission of independent journalism, consider donating to her GoFundMe account: https://gofund.me/0c46f9a5 Follow Marc: https://www.instagram.com/marcacaputo https://x.com/MarcACaputo Tara Palmeri is one of the most feared and fearless reporters covering power and politics. She has 15 years of experience covering national politics and foreign affairs. She was formerly a White House Correspondent for ABC News where she covered the first Trump administration. She was the chief National Correspondent for POLITICO during the Biden administration. She has been a political analyst for CNBC, CBS and CNN. She started her career as a columnist for the Washington Examiner and then went on to report for the New York Post. She was a foreign correspondent for POLITICO Europe, where she covered international affairs, including Brexit. She hosted the Ringer's political podcast "Somebody's Gotta Win" and wrote a column for Puck. Tara also hosted two acclaimed podcasts on Jeffrey Epstein, "Broken: Jeffrey Epstein" and "Power: The Maxwells." Tara currently hosts the Tara Palmeri Show. Follow Tara: https://www.instagram.com/tarapalmeri/ https://x.com/tarapalmeri https://www.tiktok.com/@tarapalmeri For inquiries, email: TaraPalmeriInfo@gmail.com #Trump #Immigration #Deportation #ICERaids #MassDeportation #Politics #News #TrumpAdministration #BorderSecurity #MAGA #TaraPalmeriShow #TaraPalmeri Trump’s ICE Raids Backfire — Polls Crash, White House Scrambles Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to the Tara Palmeri Show 01:46 Marc Caputo joins the Tara Palmeri Show 03:21 Recalibrating immigration approach 05:31 Polling damage among independents and normies 07:30 Trump private concerns over raid optics 10:12 Economy push vs immigration distractions 12:24 Kristi Noem ambitions and performative raids 15:33 Masked agents and operational issues 18:05 Media coverage frustrations and local resistance 21:17 No major staff shakeups expected 24:39 Broader foreign policy tangents 27:18 Voter turnout risks for midterms 30:03 Escalation cycle and closing thoughts 32:55 Thanks for watching the Tara Palmeri Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

21 Jan

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37 min
19 JAN

9

Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon: Misogyny Goes Mainstream

What happens when the largest bureaucracy in America gets remade around a fragile idea of masculinity? On this revealing episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, journalist Jasper Craven, author of God Forgives, Brothers Don't: The Long March of Military Education and the Making of American Manhood, breaks down how toxic masculinity has seeped into the Pentagon under Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. The conversation traces the evolution of military culture from aspirational ideals to a warped emphasis on brawn over brains, the rollback of programs elevating women, the quiet dismantling of sexual assault response efforts, and Hegseth's personal history—from a straight-edge Princeton student to a figure fixated on aggression, body counts, and sidelining women in combat. Craven details how one woman's Silver Star in Iraq still haunts Hegseth, how institutional misogyny enables impunity, and what unchecked impulses could mean for warfare, accountability, and even domestic politics in the months ahead. What signs will show that Pentagon culture is sliding further into this outdated warrior mentality over the next year? For more of her reporting, subscribe to her weekly newsletter, "The Red Letter." https://tarapalmeri.substack.com/ https://www.tarapalmeri.com/subscribe Latest from the Red Letter: https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/the-epstein-story-isnt-just-americanits https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/live-with-tara-palmeri-to-talk-epstein https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/the-vanity-fair-link-fixed To support her mission of independent journalism, consider donating to her GoFundMe account: https://gofund.me/0c46f9a5 Jasper’s book can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/God-Forgives-Brothers-Dont-Education/dp/1668087197 Tara Palmeri is one of the most feared and fearless reporters covering power and politics. She has 15 years of experience covering national politics and foreign affairs. She was formerly a White House Correspondent for ABC News where she covered the first Trump administration. She was the chief National Correspondent for POLITICO during the Biden administration. She has been a political analyst for CNBC, CBS and CNN. She started her career as a columnist for the Washington Examiner and then went on to report for the New York Post. She was a foreign correspondent for POLITICO Europe, where she covered international affairs, including Brexit. She hosted the Ringer's political podcast "Somebody's Gotta Win" and wrote a column for Puck. Tara also hosted two acclaimed podcasts on Jeffrey Epstein, "Broken: Jeffrey Epstein" and "Power: The Maxwells." Tara currently hosts the Tara Palmeri Show. Listen to the 'Tara Palmeri Show': Apple https://apple.co/4lWeFuo iHeartRadio https://iheart.com/podcast/273622585/ Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cdfe747e-54a2-47ae-9ec5-15957642e533/the-tara-palmeri-show Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3kgamV3lbZIGIHW2H0XUTR?si=1ffdbb566a964bc1 Follow Tara: https://www.instagram.com/tarapalmeri/ https://x.com/tarapalmeri https://www.tiktok.com/@tarapalmeri For inquiries, email: TaraPalmeriInfo@gmail.com #PeteHegseth #Pentagon #USMilitary #Military #Defense #ToxicMasculinity #TrumpAdministration #Warriors #Veterans #NationalSecurity #TaraPalmeriShow #TaraPalmeri Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon: Misogyny Goes Mainstream Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to the Tara Palmeri Show 00:51 Jasper Craven joins the Tara Palmeri Show 01:40 Origins of the book and military's toxic masculinity 03:14 How Cold War lies warped warrior ideals 05:32 Pete Hegseth's discomfort with modern warfare 09:46 Hegseth's personal evolution and daddy issues 13:16 From straight-edge Princeton to frat-boy aggression 17:16 Leanne Hester's Silver Star vs Hegseth's jealousy 20:42 Rollback of women in combat and sexual assault programs 25:16 Daddy issues in power and risks to the Pentagon 30:18 Thanks for watching the Tara Palmeri Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

19 Jan

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35 min
18 JAN

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Inside the MAGA Church in a Bar Near the White House

What happens when hundreds of young Republican staffers trade Sunday brunch for a three-hour evangelical service inside a Washington dive bar just blocks from the White House? Read the full story in Vanity Fair here: https://www.vanityfair.com/news/story/maga-dive-bar-washington-dc On this eye-opening episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, Tara shares her firsthand experience stepping into the bar-turned-church, the cultural shock it evoked from her own Catholic upbringing, and the deeper implications of blending spiritual belonging with Washington networking. Steve Schmidt reflects on his encounters with evangelical culture, the dangers of fusing faith and politics, the risks of Christian nationalism, and why separation of church and state remains one of America's most vital safeguards. From personal family stories to sharp analysis of today's political-religious landscape, the discussion uncovers why this phenomenon resonates so strongly with a generation seeking meaning amid isolation. What does the rise of places like King's Church reveal about power, faith, and the next generation of political leaders in Washington? For more of her reporting, subscribe to her weekly newsletter, "The Red Letter." https://tarapalmeri.substack.com/ https://www.tarapalmeri.com/subscribe Latest from the Red Letter: https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/the-epstein-story-isnt-just-americanits https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/live-with-tara-palmeri-to-talk-epstein https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/the-vanity-fair-link-fixed To support her mission of independent journalism, consider donating to her GoFundMe account: https://gofund.me/0c46f9a5 The Warning with Steve Schmidt: https://www.youtube.com/@UC2I50t9-7Ol7AjwryRv-Fiw Steve Schmidt's substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/ Follow Steve Schmidt: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSES https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Tara Palmeri is one of the most feared and fearless reporters covering power and politics. She has 15 years of experience covering national politics and foreign affairs. She was formerly a White House Correspondent for ABC News where she covered the first Trump administration. She was the chief National Correspondent for POLITICO during the Biden administration. She has been a political analyst for CNBC, CBS and CNN. She started her career as a columnist for the Washington Examiner and then went on to report for the New York Post. She was a foreign correspondent for POLITICO Europe, where she covered international affairs, including Brexit. She hosted the Ringer's political podcast "Somebody's Gotta Win" and wrote a column for Puck. Tara also hosted two acclaimed podcasts on Jeffrey Epstein, "Broken: Jeffrey Epstein" and "Power: The Maxwells." Tara currently hosts the Tara Palmeri Show. Follow Tara: https://www.instagram.com/tarapalmeri/ https://x.com/tarapalmeri https://www.tiktok.com/@tarapalmeri For inquiries, email: TaraPalmeriInfo@gmail.com #MAGA #ChristianNationalism #Evangelical #Trump #Politics #Religion #WashingtonDC #VanityFair #KingsChurch #KingsChurchDC #FaithAndPolitics #TaraPalmeriShow #TaraPalmeri Inside the MAGA Church in a Bar Near the White House Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to the Tara Palmeri Show 00:29 King's Church: Sunday Service in a DC Dive Bar 01:14 Steve Schmidt joins the Tara Palmeri Show 02:09 Evangelical Culture and Personal Upbringing 05:13 Inside the Vanity Fair Piece on King's Church 06:58 Networking and Power at King's Church 10:05 Concerns About Faith and Politics Fusion 15:23 Dangers of Christian Nationalism 20:07 Young Staffers Seeking Meaning in DC 28:39 Gen Z Conservatives and Church Appeal 32:20 Current Political Scandals and Revulsion 40:14 Thanks for watching the Tara Palmeri Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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