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Trump Faces Backlash Over Epstein Files Defense

7/14/2025

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Donald Trump's defense of Attorney General Pam Bondi's management of the Epstein files has ignited fierce backlash, making him the first to be "ratioed" on Truth Social. This moment underscores a rising frustration among his supporters over unmet promises related to the Epstein case, casting a shadow over his prospects for the 2026 midterms.

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Donald Trump's defense of Attorney General Pam Bondi's management of the Epstein files has ignited fierce backlash, making him the first to be "ratioed" on Truth Social. This moment underscores a rising frustration among his supporters over unmet promises related to the Epstein case, casting a shadow over his prospects for the 2026 midterms.