

The Daily Blast: Trump Press Sec Throws FBI Under Bus amid Brutal New Epstein Poll Drop
Jul 22, 2025
G. Elliott Morris, a data analyst and author known for his insights on polling data, joins the discussion to tackle the fallout from the Epstein scandal on Trump's approval ratings. He reveals how Trump’s low numbers are connected to public perception of the scandal and the shifting accountability narrative being pushed by White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt. Morris emphasizes the unique challenges this presents for Trump and examines the growing skepticism among young voters regarding political transparency.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Epstein Scandal Lowers Trump's Approval
- Trump's approval rating dropped by about 2% in disapproval since July 13 due to the Epstein file scandal.
- The Epstein scandal draws significant negative public attention uniquely damaging Trump politically.
White House Pushes FBI Responsibility
- Trump claims the DOJ and FBI should release credible Epstein evidence but defers responsibility to the FBI.
- The White House's push to appear transparent conflicts with Trump's ability to order releases if he wanted.
Public Believes Epstein Cover-Up
- Most Americans believe the government is hiding Epstein's client list and information on his death.
- This public perception feeds skepticism and distrust of the official handling of Epstein-related information.