Trump, the Epstein
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As the Epstein scandal resurfaces, Donald Trump confronts a growing rift within his base, with notable figures calling for transparency and questioning his leadership. This article explores the implications of this crisis for the MAGA movement and Trump's political future.
Democratic lawmakers are demanding the release of more Epstein files as the issue causes fractures within the GOP.
The MAGA movement, united for years around the theory of elite impunity, is suddenly uncertain, fractured, and, in some quarters, mutinous.
Trump faces MAGA backlash over Epstein as calls for transparency grow and loyalists demand the files be released.
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Some Republicans call for transparency about Epstein case filesPresident Trump lashes out at fellow Republicans who continue to demand the release of the so-called "Jeffrey Epstein Files".
Under mounting pressure from his supporters, President Trump faces a dilemma over the Justice Department's handling of the Epstein investigation. His administration is caught between past encouragement of conspiracy theories and current demands for transparency,
In a lengthy screed on Truth Social, Trump attacked Democrats for various scandals he’s been investigated for throughout the past decade, dubiously calling those inquiries “hoaxes.” He also described the current anger over his lack of transparency in the Epstein case as “the Jeffrey Epstein Hoax.”
Pam Bondi wrote to FBI director Kash Patel about the official documentation relating to Epstein's crimes back in February
President Trump criticized his supporters, accusing them of falling for the 'Epstein Hoax.' Despite ongoing speculation, Trump insists the issue is fabricated by Democrats. His bold statements raise concerns about party unity as midterms approach,
The Kentucky Republican, a frequent critic of President Trump, teamed with a Democrat in a maneuver that could force G.O.P. leaders to hold a vote on the matter within weeks.
The White House is being backed into a corner as talk around the Jeffrey Epstein files continue to stir up mixed feelings from President Trump’s MAGA base. NBC News’ Gabe Gutierrez and Julie Tsirkin report the latest.