Overview

• Charlamagne tha God told Fox News’s My View with Lara Trump that the Epstein files controversy could give traditional conservatives leverage to reclaim GOP control from the MAGA wing.
• In a Truth Social post on August 3, President Trump called him a “low IQ individual” and “racist sleazebag”; he also mocked Charlamagne’s use of “God” in his stage name.
• Trump defended his administration’s record by citing foreign policy wins, economic gains and border security measures to rebut the radio host’s criticism.
• The dispute reflects frustration among elements of the Republican base after the Justice Department decided against releasing additional Epstein documents, fueling talk of an establishment “coup.”
• The exchange illustrates how personal insults and media commentary have become central tools in the GOP’s internal battles over transparency and party leadership.