President Trump has called his base "stupid" and "foolish" for inquiring about the Epstein sex trafficking investigation. People still want answers.

The Trump administration's handling of the Epstein files has created the first real rift between the president and his supporters during his second term. But why? Why is his base so upset about this one issue?

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.