Not Stupid Trump backflips on Epstein and MAGA slaps back
Jul 16, 2025
Beverley Wang, ABC’s National Culture correspondent and co-host of Stop Everything, brings her insights to the conversation. She and Jez dissect the swirling controversies around Donald Trump’s shifting narrative regarding Jeffrey Epstein, including the backlash from his MAGA base. They also delve into the complexities of memoir writing, specifically addressing the dilemmas surrounding Rainer Wynne's 'The Salt Path.' The duo discusses the blurred lines between emotional truth and factual accuracy, raising questions about accountability in personal storytelling.
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Trump's Epstein Connection
- Donald Trump was friends with Jeffrey Epstein and publicly praised him in 2002.
- This connection complicates Trump's political narrative given Epstein's criminal history.
No Epstein Client List Found
- The Epstein files released showed no credible evidence of a client list or blackmail operation.
- This backtracking fuels more conspiracy theories about a cover-up in Epstein's case.
Trump's Epstein Theory Backflip
- Trump initially fueled Epstein conspiracy theories but later dismissed them as hoaxes by Democrats.
- This flip-flopping showcases complex political dynamics within MAGA circles on Epstein.
