Donald Trump Supports Special Prosecutor for Epstein Case, Ally Says
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President Donald Trump has thrown his support behind the appointment of a special prosecutor to investigate what he calls the "deep state," including a full probe into the Jeffrey Epstein case.
In an interview previewed by journalist John Solomon on Steve Bannon's War Room, Trump reportedly told Solomon, a longtime ally, in part, "Let's just do it. Let's get the trust of the American people, let's get accountability and then let's focus on the things that matter."
Solomon noted that Trump himself brought up Epstein, saying, "Just throw that into it... I got nothing to hide. I want truth and I want prosecutions."
🚨BREAKING: John Solomon previews his interview with President Trump, says Trump told him that he supports a deepstate special prosecutor, which will include an investiagtion into Epstein:
BANNON: "You did inform him that they're thinking about appointing a special counsel on… pic.twitter.com/DJhiNIZGgW — Charlie Kirk (@charliekirk11) July 16, 2025
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