Overview
- The DOJ and FBI released a memo last week ruling Epstein’s death a suicide and finding no proof of a client list.
- MAGA influencers and grassroots supporters have erupted in criticism, accusing Attorney General Pam Bondi of breaking transparency promises.
- FBI Director Kash Patel and Deputy Director Dan Bongino clashed with Bondi during a tense White House meeting, and Bongino considered resignation in protest.
- President Trump publicly defended Bondi on Truth Social and urged his base to move on from Epstein, testing loyalty within his movement.
- Democratic Reps. Ro Khanna and Marc Veasey introduced resolutions to compel full release of Epstein-related records, with some House Republicans indicating they will support the measures.