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Coldwater

(1,134 posts)
Tue Feb 3, 2026, 02:11 PM Feb 3

According to reports, an Epstein victim alleges that tapes exist which could compel Trump to resign

or step back from public life.

The claim has immediately drawn attention across media outlets, social media, and political forums, sparking debate and speculation.

While details about the tapes remain unverified, the allegation raises questions about potential legal, political, and reputational consequences. Supporters of Trump dismiss the claims as unsubstantiated, while critics argue that even the suggestion could influence public perception, media coverage, and ongoing investigations. Social media discussions are already flooded with opinions, reactions, and widespread debate about accountability, evidence, and the impact on Trump’s influence.

Legal experts caution that without verified evidence, such claims remain speculative, yet they demonstrate how allegations related to high-profile figures can dominate news cycles. The situation underscores the intersection of politics, legal scrutiny, and public attention, where even unconfirmed reports can create significant waves.

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According to reports, an Epstein victim alleges that tapes exist which could compel Trump to resign (Original Post) Coldwater Feb 3 OP
FFS what more do people want? leftstreet Feb 3 #1
He's already a criminal many times over biophile Feb 3 #2
This is the correct answer. JBTaurus83 Feb 3 #3
Acceptable?? No, IT IS A GOOD THING!!! PCIntern Feb 3 #6
As Ms. Kirk says JBTaurus83 Feb 3 #8
"... could compel Tr*mp to resign..." RockRaven Feb 3 #4
I still JBTaurus83 Feb 3 #10
Can you sum up the info for me, I don't have facebook questionseverything Feb 3 #5
The dam will soon BREAK malaise Feb 3 #7
I really want this to be true, but there are red flags that make it seem extremely unlikely Wiz Imp Feb 3 #9
I have no doubt the tapes exist Coldwater Feb 3 #11
A Facebook post is your only source? Fiendish Thingy Feb 3 #12
considering the level of bullshit 'reported' on fb, mopinko Feb 3 #13
In fact Coldwater Feb 3 #14
That doesn't exactly bolster the credibility EdmondDantes_ Feb 3 #15
So the post is just unsubstantiated clickbait. Nt Fiendish Thingy Feb 3 #16
What could make Trump resign? John Farmer Feb 3 #17
Just shooting something out here bluestarone Feb 3 #19
Nope. llmart Feb 3 #20
First off there is no tape/ recording/ picture sarisataka Feb 3 #18

leftstreet

(39,555 posts)
1. FFS what more do people want?
Tue Feb 3, 2026, 02:13 PM
Feb 3

People are resigning left and right in the UK

Argh the misogyny in this debacle is unfuckingreal

biophile

(1,319 posts)
2. He's already a criminal many times over
Tue Feb 3, 2026, 02:14 PM
Feb 3

There is nothing that will make him resign and nothing that he ever did will make his disgusting fan club turn on him.
I wish it wasn’t true but I believe this is our reality now.

PCIntern

(28,102 posts)
6. Acceptable?? No, IT IS A GOOD THING!!!
Tue Feb 3, 2026, 02:26 PM
Feb 3

If God didn’t want it to happen for his plan, then He wouldn’t have allowed it.

just in case.

RockRaven

(18,963 posts)
4. "... could compel Tr*mp to resign..."
Tue Feb 3, 2026, 02:23 PM
Feb 3

It is astonishing that a full decade into his full-fledged political career people still write/think this way.

Wiz Imp

(9,363 posts)
9. I really want this to be true, but there are red flags that make it seem extremely unlikely
Tue Feb 3, 2026, 02:28 PM
Feb 3

First, why is this person just making this claim now? Why not before the elections when it could have possibly prevented him from ever being elected? Second, if tapes exist, why just claim that they exist, why not release them? Third, who is the person making the claim? Do we have any more information on them?

mopinko

(73,437 posts)
13. considering the level of bullshit 'reported' on fb,
Tue Feb 3, 2026, 02:56 PM
Feb 3

i’m not holding my breath.
i keep a browser tab open to google to verify all the crap my ‘friends’ share daily. it’s more shit than shinola any more.

bluestarone

(21,676 posts)
19. Just shooting something out here
Tue Feb 3, 2026, 06:28 PM
Feb 3

Maybe TSF KNOWS he's on his death bed, and don't give a shit? ( i feel that's possible)

llmart

(17,471 posts)
20. Nope.
Tue Feb 3, 2026, 07:08 PM
Feb 3

I've posted this before. Narcissists truly do believe that they'll never die because they truly believe the world cannot go on without them. A team of medical professionals can tell them they have a fatal disease and there is no cure for it, but they will never, even right up to the end, believe it.

sarisataka

(22,361 posts)
18. First off there is no tape/ recording/ picture
Tue Feb 3, 2026, 06:25 PM
Feb 3

That can "compel" him to resign. It may be embarrassing or politically damaging but there is nothing that can force him out of office except an impeachment conviction. Hopefully everyone is aware, given the current congress, there is probably nothing he could do to be convicted in an impeachment hearing.

Second I recall the many people during the first term, who claimed to have secret recordings and tapes of things he said during meetings in the Oval Office or other places. In every single case, the people made the rounds of talk shows promoting upcoming books or the release of these recordings. Once they had their minutes of fame, they quietly faded away and not a single recording was ever made public nor any expose written.

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