America's Mistakes: Epstein, Power and the Erosion of Justice

In this episode of America's Mistakes, hosts Peter Hesse and attorney Lewis M. Reff trace the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, the controversial plea deals, and the web of powerful figures tied to the scandal. They examine alleged cover-ups, conflicts of interest in the Department of Justice, and how the case touches issues of women's rights, accountability, and institutional failure. The conversation connects the Epstein story to broader concerns about the Supreme Court, political influence, and threats to democratic norms, and asks what the fallout means for victims, the legal system, and public trust.