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Joe Rogan Slams Trump Over Epstein Document Handling

2/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

Joe Rogan, the podcaster, said his name appears in the Epstein files.
He declined to meet Epstein, noting he would not have met him after Googling him.
He criticized the U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration for handling the Epstein documents, describing the situation as not good.
He said Trump's claim that the files are a hoax is misleading.
He expressed concern about redactions and their implications for victims.

History

Historical Context

The Epstein scandal gained prominence in 2019 after his arrest for sex trafficking minors, revealing connections to numerous high-profile figures, including Bill Clinton. Following Epstein's death in custody, the U.S. Department of Justice reported at least 30 underage victims. Ongoing investigations and public scrutiny highlight the need for accountability and reform in handling sexual abuse cases, particularly involving influential individuals.

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Story summary

Joe Rogan, the podcaster, said his name appears in the Epstein files.
He declined to meet Epstein, noting he would not have met him after Googling him.
He criticized the U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration for handling the Epstein documents, describing the situation as not good.
He said Trump's claim that the files are a hoax is misleading.
He expressed concern about redactions and their implications for victims.

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