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Will attention now turn to AG Bondi over handing of Epstein files?
MSNBCยท2025-07-14 11:34

Conspiracy Theories & Political Fallout - The MAGA base believes a "deep state" is covering up crimes, potentially linked to the Epstein case, against Donald Trump and the American people [5] - Some believe hidden information in the Epstein records could embarrass the security state [6] - Anger is being redirected away from Trump towards Pam Bondi regarding the release of Epstein files [8] - Trump's history of promoting conspiracy theories is now backfiring as he struggles to control the Epstein narrative [10][14] - The White House is trying to change the subject of conversation to move past the Epstein issue [36] Key Individuals & Internal Conflicts - Dan Bongino and Kash Patel pushed for the release of Epstein files more than Trump [8] - There's internal conflict, with accusations that Pam Bondi is seeking too much attention [17] - A Justice Department review of the files led to a statement crafted with input from most involved, except Bongino and Patel [18] - Bongino reportedly had a confrontation with Bondi and Blanche, potentially due to backlash from his base [21] - There are efforts to mend fences within MAGA world, with some trying to explain why the files can't be released [22][23] Epstein Files & Investigation - Reporting suggests there is no client list in the Epstein files [19][25] - The files contain pictures of victims, grand jury information, and unfounded allegations [19] - Career prosecutors and FBI agents do not recommend releasing the raw file information [19] - The federal government conducted a comprehensive investigation after initial issues in Florida [27] - Everyone who was prosecutable in this case was prosecuted [28]