From Trump to Kash Patel to Bondi: How Epstein files have left MAGA floundering
The Times of IndiaWednesday, July 9, 2025 at 7:03:57 AM
The MAGA movement is getting tangled in the Jeffrey Epstein mess as old conspiracy theories come back to bite them. A Justice Department memo shot down claims about a secret client list or murder plot, forcing Trump allies like Pam Bondi and Kash Patel to backtrack on past statements. Bondi’s earlier insinuations about Epstein having damning videos are now being challenged, while Patel’s old accusations of a cover-up are resurfacing awkwardly. Trump, meanwhile, jumped to Bondi’s defense, brushing off Epstein questions altogether. It’s a rough look for a movement that thrives on conspiracy talk but stumbles when facts catch up.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about Epstein—it’s about credibility. The MAGA camp has long weaponized conspiracy theories, but now they’re stuck cleaning up their own rhetoric as evidence contradicts their claims. For critics, it’s proof of the movement’s shaky relationship with facts; for supporters, it’s another "witch hunt." Either way, it’s a reminder that loose talk can haunt you when the spotlight turns your way.
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