Monday, July 21, 2025

Miranda Devine: Trump wins the Epstein battle — as the left, media foolishly believe prez on the skids

 Trump's Resilience Against Media Attacks

- Mainstream and social media suggest Trump is losing support due to Epstein Files.

- Polling data shows Trump still has significant backing.

- Historically, Trump has rebounded after being counted out.

Epstein Files Allegations

- Last week’s attempt to link Trump to Epstein focuses on a letter purportedly written by Trump for Epstein's birthday in 2003.

- The letter includes odd phrases and a doodle of a naked woman, which Trump denied, calling it "FAKE. "

Poll Insights

- A recent poll indicates 60% of Democratic voters still believe the Russia collusion narrative.

Context of Epstein Relationship

- The letter in question was written before Epstein’s later convictions.

- Trump removed Epstein from his Mar-a-Lago club for inappropriate behavior.

- Trump severed ties with Epstein over two decades ago, unlike other notable figures who remained associated with him.

Legal Proceedings and Investigations

- Federal prosecutors charged Epstein with sex trafficking in 2019 during Trump’s presidency.

- Maurene Comey, the prosecutor on Epstein's case, was recently fired, creating speculation around the timing.

Public Perception and Media Reporting

- Being associated with Epstein does not imply complicity in his crimes.

- There is no verified client list implicating men in Epstein's actions.

- Epstein's “little black book” contains many names but doesn’t indicate wrongdoing.

Victims' Accounts

- Many victims of Epstein have shared their stories in court, highlighting their suffering.

- Virginia Giuffre, an outspoken victim, did not accuse Trump of misconduct.

Media's Distraction and Focus

- The media's fixation on Trump over the Epstein saga overlooks significant revelations from the Russiagate scandal.

- Trump's popularity has reportedly increased amid the Epstein allegations, contradicting media narratives.

- Trump's approval ratings remain strong among Republicans despite ongoing media scrutiny.

- The disparity between social media perceptions and reality is highlighted. 

https://nypost.com/2025/07/20/opinion/miranda-devine-trump-wins-the-epstein-battle-as-the-left-media-foolishly-believe-prez-on-the-skids/

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