Trump's clash with Rosie O'Donnell is more important than it might seem

Donald Trump has come up with a new conspiracy theory about the so-called "Epstein Files," which is a bit like watching a snake eat its own tail.

Monday, July 14, 2025 TODAY'S TOP MADDOWBLOG POSTS As Epstein debacle intensifies, Trump points the finger at new targets As Epstein debacle intensifies, Trump points the finger at new targets Donald Trump has come up with a new conspiracy theory about the so-called "Epstein Files," which is a bit like watching a snake eat its own tail. MORE In apparent desperation, AG Pam Bondi drops a closely watched criminal case Attorney General Pam Bondi intervened in a case important to the far-right fringe just as she was looking to improve her standing with the far-right fringe. MORE In apparent desperation, AG Pam Bondi drops a closely watched criminal case Attorney General Pam Bondi intervened in a case important to the far-right fringe just as she was looking to improve her standing with the far-right fringe. MORE Trump's clash with Rosie O'Donnell is more important than it might seem Donald Trump suggested he has the power to take away Rosie O'Donnell's U.S. citizenship. He has no such legal authority, which is why the threat matters. MORE Trump's clash with Rosie O'Donnell is more important than it might seem Donald Trump suggested he has the power to take away Rosie O'Donnell's U.S. citizenship. He has no such legal authority, which is why the threat matters. MORE Why Trump's 'major' announcement on Russia sounds familiar — and falls far short For the fifth time, Donald Trump has threatened Russia's Vladimir Putin with economic sanctions. The first four times, the Republican failed to follow through. MORE Why Trump's 'major' announcement on Russia sounds familiar — and falls far short For the fifth time, Donald Trump has threatened Russia's Vladimir Putin with economic sanctions. The first four times, the Republican failed to follow through. MORE MORE FROM THE MADDOWBLOG How Republican officials in one state are trying to veto the will of voters (again) Justice Department's purge intensifies as Team Trump's revenge tour continues Conflict between Pam Bondi and Dan Bongino goes public, adding to Team Trump schisms Trump's history with the Fifth Amendment still isn't doing his allies any favors White House eyes demise of chemical safety agency, adding to unsettling pattern Polls show American backlash as Trump breaks promise to focus on criminals in anti-immigrant crusade Trump's Epstein turmoil triggers MAGA meltdown 'Everything should be released': Raskin calls making Epstein files public ON RACHEL'S BLUESKY RADAR In 2021, Biden admin awarded Kerr County TX $10m in American Rescue Plan Act funds, which could have been used for flood prevention infrastructure. But commissioners, facing political pressure from conservative residents, opted not to pursue warning system. (Catherine Rampell citing Texas Tribune) A State Department employee shared with PBS News an image from inside the department. The image includes a piece of paper taped to a mirror with the words, "Colleagues, if you remain: RESIST FASCISM. Remember the oath you vowed to uphold." (PBS on BlueSky) Follow Rachel on BlueSky here.   MSNBC INSIGHTS Have you ever wanted to provide MSNBC with your opinion about their TV programs, documentaries, and digital products, such as MSNBC.com, newsletters, and podcasts? Now is your chance! Join the MSNBC Insights Community.   NEWS TIPS? SEND IT TO RACHEL FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK RACHEL MADDOW ON BLUESKY Download the MSNBC App: 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 UNSUBSCRIBE | PRIVACY | CONTACT | VIEW IN BROWSER UNSUBSCRIBE | PRIVACY | CONTACT | VIEW IN BROWSER