Bulwark Takes

Trump’s Epstein Letter Is Breaking His Base

Jul 18, 2025
Will Sommer, author of the False Flag newsletter, dives into the fallout from a controversial letter Donald Trump allegedly wrote to Jeffrey Epstein. He discusses how this revelation is shaking the MAGA base, rattling conspiracy theorists who view Epstein as a symbol of elitism. Some followers feel betrayed, while others suspect a deep state conspiracy. The role of influencers and media silence adds complexity, as speculation arises about Ghislaine Maxwell becoming a MAGA folk hero. Can Trump survive this wave of discontent?
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INSIGHT

Trump's Epstein Letter Raises Eyebrows

  • The letter Trump allegedly wrote to Epstein appears coded and suspicious, hinting at shared secrets.
  • This revelation unsettles Trump's base and triggers typical media attack defenses.
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MAGA Base Divided on Letter

  • Some conspiracy followers claim the letter is proof of a deep state plot to frame Trump.
  • This creates tension as believers question their own assumptions about Trump and the conspiracy.
ANECDOTE

Supporter Feels Betrayed Emotionally

  • A caller on Glenn Beck's show expressed feeling deeply betrayed and angry by Trump's dismissal of Epstein.
  • This emotional reaction reflects mounting frustration within Trump's supporters over the Epstein revelations.
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