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Trump official's Epstein gaffe floors analyst: 'Not the hill he wants to die on'

Bessent accused Sen. Wyden of slandering the Treasury to cover up his son’s Epstein-related ties during a Senate hearing.
Analysts noted the line refocused attention on Epstein’s finances as Wyden seeks facts for the probe.
The exchange occurred as Wyden pushes for details about Epstein’s financial network highlighted in Justice Department files.
Cohen stressed that any wrongdoing related to Epstein should be investigated regardless of political affiliation.
The report ties Bessent’s remarks to a broader debate over Epstein-era disclosures and political accountability.
Cohen suggested providing outside access to news outlets so Bessent can be aware of the Epstein-related context.
Wyden has led a congressional probe into Epstein’s finances, prompting responses from officials and analysts alike.
The piece notes broader media and political coverage of Epstein-related documents and testimonies.
Raw Story frames the incident within a larger context of accountability for those tied to Epstein.

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