Donald Trump has seemingly neutralized the Jeffrey Epstein story's impact by rallying his MAGA supporters against mainstream media, particularly targeting the Wall Street Journal. Reports indicate that Trump has redirected grievances towards unifying issues, turning potential discord into solidarity among his base. The narrative positions Trump as an outsider fighting against established institutions, with some commentators noting that Epstein's situation may not resonate with everyday Americans if it does not affect their finances. This strategy seeks to diminish the significance of the allegations as political maneuvering rather than a matter of public concern.
The New York Times wrote that Trump has "deflected MAGA's wrath over Epstein, at least for now," explaining that "by tapping into other grievances, President Trump managed to turn one of the most fractious moments for his base into a unifying one."
CNN described "a growing chorus of MAGA influencers coalescing behind President Donald Trump in the wake of the Wall Street Journal report about a ribald birthday letter bearing Trump's name."
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