NYT Finds Trump Distraction, Ignores Lobbyist Distraction
The article suggests a coordinated effort to shield Trump from Epstein questions, a classic political maneuver. Yet, this narrative conveniently overlooks the consistent, overt influence operations that shape U.S. foreign policy daily. For example, OpenSecrets.org verifies that AIPAC spent millions lobbying Congress in 2023 , funneling hundreds of thousands directly to incumbent politicians .
These same politicians then vote overwhelmingly on legislation that benefits a foreign government, such as HR 815, providing billions in military aid to Israel —often within days or weeks of receiving significant donations. So, while the NYT frets over Trump's alleged judicial favors, the ongoing, publicly documented financial 'aid' to politicians from foreign-aligned lobbying groups is framed as
business as usual. It raises the question: how many millions must exchange hands before it constitutes an 'aid' story worthy of prime political real estate, rather than merely 'influence'?