'Disconnected': Does Trump realize just how bad the Epstein fallout is?

Geopolitical & Policy Shifts - The US administration is considering imposing new tariffs on Russia if a peace deal is not reached within 50 days [1] - The US administration is threatening 30% tariffs on crucial trading partners like Mexico and Europe if an agreement isn't reached by August 1st [7] Political Backlash & Base Division - The US President is facing backlash from his base (MAGA) regarding the handling of the "Epstein files" [4] - The President's Truth Social post backing Pam Bondi received more replies than likes and reposts, indicating strong disapproval from his supporters [6] - The MAGA base largely opposes helping Ukraine, creating a divide within the President's support [3] Media & Narrative Control - The President's disconnection from MAGA media and alternative media platforms (like Joe Rogan, Tim Dillon) is causing him to underestimate the backlash [19][20] - Fox News mentioned Joe Biden 85 times between yesterday and 4 PM today, while only mentioning Epstein fleetingly, indicating a potential disconnect in the narrative [22][23] - The President's ability to shape and drive narratives through the echo chamber is diminishing due to his focus on Fox News [21][22] Conspiracy Theories & Trust - The base feels misled regarding the "Epstein client list," leading to anger and distrust [10][11][12] - Feeding the base conspiracy theories requires delivering on them, which the administration has failed to do in the case of the Epstein files [14][15]