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Poll: Majority Link Trump’s Iran Action to Epstein Scandal

3/17/2026

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Summary

Story summary

A Data for Progress poll shows a majority of Americans believe U.S. President Donald Trump started action against Iran to distract from Epstein scandal.
The conflict is dubbed 'Operation Epic Fury.'
Ann Olivarius, a lawyer for sexual abuse survivors, says information fuels suspicions of a cover-up.
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) calls for transparency.
The White House dismissed claims linking the war to the Epstein scandal as ridiculous.

History

Historical Context

In 2019, rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran escalated following the siege of the U.S. embassy in Baghdad, prompting Operation Epic Fury in 2020. Amid this backdrop, 60% of Americans expressed skepticism about President Trump's motives, recalling the 1998 Monica Lewinsky scandal. This incident highlights a historical pattern of political maneuvering during crises, emphasizing the ongoing struggle for government transparency.

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Story summary

A Data for Progress poll shows a majority of Americans believe U.S. President Donald Trump started action against Iran to distract from Epstein scandal.
The conflict is dubbed 'Operation Epic Fury.'
Ann Olivarius, a lawyer for sexual abuse survivors, says information fuels suspicions of a cover-up.
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) calls for transparency.
The White House dismissed claims linking the war to the Epstein scandal as ridiculous.

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