Epstein Files Release Draws Bipartisan Criticism of Trump Administration

The Trump administration's handling of Jeffrey Epstein files has sparked backlash across the political spectrum, with Attorney General Pam Bondi facing intense scrutiny during House testimony. Popular podcasters like Joe Rogan, who helped deliver Trump's 2024 victory among young male voters, are calling the redacted releases 'gaslighting' and questioning who the administration is protecting. Research shows three-quarters of Americans have heard about the controversy, with young men particularly concerned—41% of young Republican men expressing disapproval, their highest area of disagreement with Trump. The slow-walked disclosure has become a significant political liability, breaking through traditional partisan lines.