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'Rare moment of MAGA REBELLION': How Epstein controversy is damaging Trump's brand with the base
MSNBC· 2025-07-14 13:01
President Trump is standing by his attorney general Pam Bondi despite strong criticism from his supporters over the administration's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case. NBC News White House correspondent Yamish Elsendor has the latest. Growing fallout over the Trump administration effectively closing the case of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein as many of the president's supporters demand more information. How many of you are satisfied? You can you can clap. Satisfied with the results of the Epstein ...
'MAGA tearing itself apart': Epstein FURY puts Trump on defense
MSNBC· 2025-07-14 11:10
That Jeffrey Epstein story is a big deal. Please do not let that story go. Who has Jeffrey Epstein's black book? Blackbook. FBI. But who that is that that I mean there's Oh, that's under direct control of the director of the FBI. What the hell are the House Republicans doing? They have the majority. You can't get the list. Put on your big boy pants and let us know who the pedophiles are. Would you declassify the Epstein files? Yeah. Yeah, I would. All right. I guess I would. I think that less so because, yo ...
MAGA turmoil grows over handling of Epstein files
MSNBC· 2025-07-14 10:58
We'll begin there. President Trump's President Trump and his MAGA base and the growing turmoil over the administration's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case files. Over the weekend in Florida, attendees of the Conservative Turning Point USA student action summit erupted in booze over the Trump administration's handling of that case.Additionally, top MAGA leaders questioned and even outright criticized the White House from both the stage and on their social media accounts. Who have you seen. Pam Bondi.She h ...
Is Trump's shifting messaging on the Jeffrey Epstein files a losing effort? Strats weigh in
MSNBC· 2025-07-14 10:48
Don, what do you make of Trump's big show of support for Bondi there. Because clearly he is hoping to keep the team together. But if he has to choose, is it Bondi over Bonino. It's got to be Bondi over Bonino because Pam Bondi has done the one thing that Trump has asked of his attorneys generals now over two terms.Remember why he got mad at Jeff Jefferson Bogard Sessions and Bill Bond Bill Bar. He got mad at them because ultimately his understanding of the job is that the the the Department of Justice is hi ...
Former Rep. Max Rose: Trump is 'clearly hiding something' on Epstein
MSNBC· 2025-07-14 10:45
Political Analysis - The discussion revolves around the potential political fallout for Donald Trump due to renewed scrutiny of his past association with Jeffrey Epstein [2][4][5] - A key concern is whether Trump's base feels betrayed or disrespected, potentially impacting his support [2][11][24] - Some analysts believe Trump's usual tactics of deflection or blaming others may not be sufficient to quell the issue [8][17][19] - The situation is exacerbated by figures like Elon Musk injecting capital and attention into the matter, and influential voices like Steve Bannon and Tucker Carlson amplifying concerns [9][10] - Democrats are urged to connect this issue to a broader narrative of Trump's perceived failures to deliver on promises and instances of alleged deception [12][16] Key Figures and Potential Scapegoats - Pam Bondi is identified as a potential scapegoat, facing backlash from the MAGA base [7][9][17] - Steve Bannon and Tucker Carlson are highlighted as significant political threats due to their influence over Trump's base [10] - Elon Musk's involvement is seen as adding fuel to the fire, potentially intensifying the scrutiny on Trump [9][10] Conspiracy Theories and Public Perception - The Epstein case resonates with QAnon-type supporters and the broader MAGA base due to its themes of exploitation of young girls [5] - The lack of perceived answers and justice in the Epstein case is fueling anger and distrust among Trump's supporters [6] - Conspiracy theories surrounding the Epstein case are seen as having a self-perpetuating nature, making it difficult to fully resolve public concerns [20]
'Here it's MAGA vs. MAGA': Journalist on the fighting among Trump loyalists over Epstein files
MSNBC· 2025-07-12 22:20
All right. So, Sadi, uh, you confirmed that FBI Deputy Director Dan Bonino is considering leaving the agency after clashing with Attorney General Pam Bonnie. Uh, it was over her decision to not release additional material about the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.And it's despite Bonino previously amplifying conspiracy theories about deep state bureaucrats covering up Epstein's crimes. But can you explain what's driving this rift at the DOJ and Bondi's about face over releasing new Epstein documents. Well, Bo ...
Heated: Epstein flap sets off MAGA earthquake in Trump's DOJ
MSNBC· 2025-07-12 04:10
Political & Governmental Turmoil - Dissatisfaction within the MAGA base stems from issues like foreign wars, immigration, and the Jeffrey Epstein case [1] - Deputy FBI Director Dan Banino is reportedly considering leaving his position due to a dispute with Attorney General Pam Bondi over the release of additional Epstein files [2] - The White House is allegedly backing Bondi's decision regarding the Epstein files, leading to internal conflict [3] - There are accusations of "performative government" rather than fact-based governance [12] - Concerns are raised about the qualifications and temperament of individuals within the administration, comparing them to a "four-year-old" [14][17] - Reports suggest the FBI is conducting lie detector tests to ensure agents' loyalty to the president [15] Jeffrey Epstein Case & Conspiracy Theories - The MAGA base is particularly interested in the Jeffrey Epstein files, fueling conspiracy theories [4][10] - Some believe the released Epstein documents were already public, leading to disappointment and accusations of a cover-up [6] - Individuals within the government, who previously stoked conspiracy theories, are now facing scrutiny [7] - The handling of the Epstein files is seen as fueling conspiracy theories on both the left and the right [16]
MAGA world in disarray over handling of Epstein case
MSNBC· 2025-07-12 01:01
NBC News confirming with two sources tonight. The deputy director of the FBI, the number two at the bureau, Dian Bonino, didn't report for work today and he may be on the verge of quitting altogether after openly clashing in the White House with Attorney General Pom Pam Bondi over her handling of the case. Now, before he got his job, Bangino was making a living doing stuff like this. I got a big question about the Epstein files. Who's on the Epstein tapes, folks? Who's on those tapes? Who's in those black b ...
The Beat With Ari Melber - July 11 | Audio Only
MSNBC· 2025-07-12 00:49
I want to welcome everyone to the beat. I'm Ari Melbour and out of Washington, we are following what can truly be described as unusual breaking news. This is truly unusual breaking news. You know the breaking news animation. You know, sometimes the news is big, significant, serious. This one is unusual. A major escalation in what is increasingly a kind of political, quiet, peaceful civil war, but a civil war of political proportions for MAGA over these Epstein files. And it's roing the Trump administration ...
Epstein bomb goes off – 'I'm OUT!': Trump aides threaten to quit as DOJ admits no Epstein list
MSNBC· 2025-07-11 23:41
This is truly unusual breaking news. You know the breaking news animation. You know sometimes the news is big, significant, serious.This one is unusual. A major escalation in what is increasingly a kind of political quiet peaceful civil war, but a civil war of political proportions for MAGA over these Epstein files. And it's roing the Trump administration at quite literally the highest levels.Sources detailing the ongoing clash over a fight that could cost someone their job. Trump's attorney general, Pam Bo ...