Trump Faces Backlash From Loyal Supporters Over Epstein Files
Some of Donald Trump’s most loyal supporters are turning against him. The trigger? His defense of Attorney General Pam Bondi and her handling of the Epstein files.
Conspiracy Theories Fuel Distrust
For years, conspiracy theories have swirled around Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged “client list.” Many believe it names wealthy and powerful individuals involved in sex trafficking. However, Bondi and the Department of Justice denied the list’s existence last week. They also refused to release any more documents related to the case.
Trump Pushes Back on Social Media
Amid growing criticism, Trump took to Truth Social. He wrote, “For years, it’s Epstein, over and over again. Why are we giving publicity to files written by Obama, Crooked Hillary, Comey, Brennan, and the losers and criminals of the Biden administration?”
Trump hopes his supporters will move on. Yet, many remain uneasy.
Student Action Summit Highlights Divisions
At the conservative Student Action Summit, hosted by Turning Point USA, the Epstein files sparked heated discussion. Podcaster Brandon Tatum told the crowd, “I think they’re not telling us the truth about Epstein. That guy was involved in something nefarious implicating a lot of people — some allies and some we don’t want to upset.”
Supporters Demand Proof of Change
Sharon Allen, 24, who attended the summit in Tampa, expressed frustration. “It’s not about Pam Bondi to me. We elected Trump because he was supposed to be different. You have to prove it. You can fire Bondi, do whatever, but at the end of the day, we trusted you to expose and get rid of these people.”
Approval Ratings Reflect Growing Discontent
According to a recent ActiVote poll, Trump’s approval rating has dropped to the lowest of his second term. The survey of 523 adults conducted between June 1 and 30 showed a national approval rating of 45%, while 52% disapproved.
This gives Trump a net approval of -7, marking the worst rating so far this term. Despite this slip, his current rating still exceeds his first term’s lowest average of 41%.
