Full List of MAGA Influencers at Odds With Trump Admin Over Epstein Files
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A flurry of MAGA influencers have spoken out against President Donald Trump's administration's handling of the Epstein files in recent days as he faces growing political backlash.
White House spokesperson Harrison Fields told Newsweek that the Republican Party has achieved "unprecedented unity and strength" under Trump's leadership.
Why It Matters
Trump indicated on the campaign trail that he could release the documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, the disgraced financier who died by suicide in a New York federal jail in 2019 while awaiting trial on charges of sex trafficking. There have long been rumors of an Epstein "client list."
However, a recent memo from the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the FBI said there was no "client list" and that no further charges would be brought. Trump has also urged his supporters to move past what he describes as the "Jeffrey Epstein Hoax," sparking pushback from many Americans.
What To Know
Some of Trump's most loyal supporters have spoken out against his handling of the situation, fueling calls from Republicans for the files to be released. A House subcommittee this week voted to subpoena the Epstein files from the DOJ.
While MAGA pundits have called for more transparency into the files, many have notably remained supportive of the president.
President Donald Trump speaks at the "Winning the AI Race" summit in Washington, D.C., on July 23, 2025.
President Donald Trump speaks at the "Winning the AI Race" summit in Washington, D.C., on July 23, 2025.Here is an overview of what the most prominent MAGA influencers have said about Trump and the Epstein files.
Laura Loomer
Loomer, a popular MAGA pundit, warned in an interview with Politico that the Epstein files controversy could "consume [Trump's] presidency." She also rejected Trump's statement that the files are part of a "hoax."
"Obviously, this is not a complete hoax given the fact that Ghislaine Maxwell is currently serving 20 years in prison in Florida for her crimes and activities with Jeffrey Epstein, who we know is a convicted sexual predator," Loomer told the outlet.
She suggested that Trump appoint a special counsel to handle the files.
Tucker Carlson
Carlson, a former Fox News host, criticized the Trump administration's approach to the matter during a Turning Point USA event earlier in July.
"The fact that the U.S. government, the one that I voted for, refused to take my question seriously, and instead said, 'Case closed; shut up, conspiracy theorist,' was too much for me," Carlson said. "And I don't think the rest of us should be satisfied with that."
Matt Walsh
The Matt Walsh Show host described Attorney General Pam Bondi's handling of the case as "humiliating."
"I want to make this very clear to those on the Right, including the president himself, who are telling us to just drop the subject and move on. We can't drop it. We can't move on, because what we want is justice," Walsh said. "We have a deep desire for justice, and we can see how the corrupt and powerful are never held accountable."
Candace Owens
Owens has frequently criticized the Trump administration over the Epstein files.
"Where are my fellow weaklings at, because that's what Trump called us yesterday, right? He also, during a press conference said that we were 'stupid' for still caring about the Epstein files," the pundit said on her podcast.
"So I think now we're arriving at the unfortunate question here, which is who is Trump protecting? Because he's clearly protecting someone. Is it himself? Is it someone in his family?"
She has also accused Trump of "gaslighting" the public and described the Epstein scandal as "terminal cancer" for the MAGA movement.
Roseanne Barr
Comedian and actress Roseanne Barr broke from Trump over Epstein in a post on X earlier this month.
"Mr. President- Yes, we still care about Epstein. Is there a time to not care about child sex trafficking? Read the damn room," Barr wrote.
General Mike Flynn
Flynn, who served as national security adviser for part of Trump's first presidency, wrote a lengthy post on X over the Epstein files.
"@realDonaldTrump I hesitated to write this however, with the utmost respect and deference to you for all you've withstood (few know it better than me what the "deep state" can do when they want to turn on a person). The EPSTEIN AFFAIR is NOT about who killed him or if he committed suicide—personally, I'm glad this known pedophile is dead. But neither is this a hoax," Flynn posted.
He warned that the "roll out of this was terrible" and urged him to "gather your team and figure out a way to move past this."
"It is NOT about Epstein or the left. It is about committing crimes against CHILDREN. If he were part of an intel operation known or run by our CIA (shame on them) and those responsible MUST be held accountable. If there is another country involved, then shame on them as well. If there are elites inside of our country that committed crimes against CHILDREN (shame on them) and they MUST be held ACCOUNTABLE."
Elon Musk
After tech billionaire Musk left the White House earlier this year, he engaged in a high-profile public feud with Trump that escalated with an allegation from the former DOGE leader that the president's name appears in the Epstein files. He did not provide any further details or proof.
"Seriously. He said 'Epstein' half a dozen times while telling everyone to stop talking about Epstein. Just release the files as promised," Musk wrote on X.
What People Are Saying
White House spokesperson Harrison Fields told Newsweek: "Under President Trump's leadership, the Republican Party has achieved unprecedented unity and strength. Securing the largest share of votes ever for a Republican presidential nominee and winning majorities in both the House and Senate, President Trump has delivered the most impactful first six months of any presidency. His historic domestic policy agenda, now enacted through the passage of One Big Beautiful Bill with overwhelming GOP support, has earned the highest approval rate for a president's policy priorities in modern history."
President Donald Trump wrote Saturday on Truth Social: "I have asked the Justice Department to release all Grand Jury testimony with respect to Jeffrey Epstein, subject only to Court Approval. With that being said, and even if the Court gave its full and unwavering approval, nothing will be good enough for the troublemakers and radical left lunatics making the request. It will always be more, more, more. MAGA!"
What Happens Next
Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's former associate who was sentenced to 20 years in prison on five counts, including one of sex trafficking of a minor, is expected to meet with the DOJ soon.
Meanwhile, Trump is likely to continue facing pressure to release the Epstein files.
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