Trump issues scathing response about MAGA supporters in controversial Epstein scandal
President Donald Trump has dismissed continued public interest in the Jeffrey Epstein case as “boring,” questioning why anyone would still focus on the disgraced financier. During press interactions this week, Trump expressed frustration over repeated questions about Epstein, calling the topic a distraction from more pressing issues.
Trump first addressed the matter last week when he interrupted a reporter asking about Epstein during a cabinet meeting. He criticized the timing of such questions, particularly amid national tragedies like recent events in Texas. The president suggested discussing Epstein amounted to “desecration” of more important matters.
In follow-up remarks to reporters in Maryland, Trump doubled down on his position. “I don’t understand why they would be interested. He’s been dead for a long time,” Trump said of public fascination with the case. He described the matter as “sordid but boring,” claiming only “pretty bad people” want to keep the story alive.
Epstein died in his jail cell in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. His death spawned numerous conspiracy theories, including speculation about a client list and whether his suicide was staged. Official investigations have dismissed these claims.
A recent poll shows 67% of Trump’s own supporters disagree with his stance against releasing alleged Epstein client information. Social media reactions highlighted this divide, with some supporters expressing disappointment in Trump’s comments.
Trump maintained that any credible information about Epstein should be released, but dismissed most discussion of the case as unimportant. His remarks come amid ongoing public interest in Epstein’s connections to powerful figures.
The president’s comments have drawn criticism from both opponents and some supporters, creating an unusual rift within his base over what Trump considers a settled matter versus what many view as an ongoing scandal involving elite circles.
