THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent Tucker Carlson’s Harsh Takedown of Trump on Epstein Ignites MAGA Fury
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Jul 15, 2025 
In this discussion, historian Nicole Hemmer, known for her insights into the American right, dives into the MAGA movement's furious reaction after the DOJ dismissed Epstein conspiracy theories. She reveals how Tucker Carlson's unexpected criticism of Trump amplifies the internal conflict within MAGA supporters. Hemmer explores the emotional resonance of the Epstein narrative and the historical roots of far-right conspiracy theories, illustrating their impact on loyalty to Trump and the rifts forming among his base.
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MAGA Officials' Epstein Failure
- MAGA figures like Kash Patel and Dan Bongino moved from conspiracy influencers to top FBI roles, raising unrealistic expectations to expose Epstein conspiracies.
- Their failure to reveal secrets led to claims of betrayal within MAGA circles, intensifying frustration.
Epstein as Core MAGA Conspiracy
- Epstein's case became a central symbol of elite corruption and child abuse conspiracy theories in MAGA circles.
- Epstein's death sparked explosive conspiracy beliefs about cover-ups involving powerful figures.
Epstein Conspiracy Unifies MAGA Theories
- The Epstein conspiracy acts as the 'Rosetta Stone' connecting various right-wing conspiracy theories about a malevolent deep state.
- If Epstein cover-ups are true, they validate all other MAGA conspiracies about elite evil.
