Fact-check: The article is from CBS News, a reputable and verified source, reporting on a segment that includes recounted remarks about the Epstein investigation, which aligns with the established 'Epstein Federal Investigation' situation. While the specific anecdote from the former police chief is based on a podcast, it is presented in a journalistic context without evident contradictions in verified reporting. No unsupported claims were identified beyond the context of ongoing discussions.
Former police chief recounts President Trump thanking him for stopping Epstein and describing Ghislaine Maxwell as 'evil,' in remarks surfaced on a political podcast. The segment also covers a separate political dispute involving Representative Allred demanding an apology from Talarico over alleged remarks.