Trump's Epstein strategy could pit him against loyal supporters

Original Publication Date: July 16, 2025

President Donald Trump's strategy to shift the blame for his alleged crimes onto his longtime friend and accomplice, Jeffrey Epstein, could potentially create discord among his loyal supporters. This situation bears a close resemblance to the contrasting reactions to the Mueller report and the Senate Judiciary Committee votes, which ultimately worked in Trump's favor. It remains to be seen whether this new development will have a similar effect on the public sentiment. Epstein's apparent willingness to take the heat, if not the full blame, potentially provides Trump with a powerful defense strategy. However, it also puts Trump in a precarious position regarding his loyal supporters, who have hailed him as innocent and a victim of media bias. This is a fascinating development in Trump's legal proceedings, and only time will tell how this strategy will play out.