Trump's team evaluated options to address the backlash from the Epstein case, including appointing a special counsel and unsealing court documents. Ultimately, they rejected these ideas, deciding no action would be taken without his or Attorney General Bondi's direction. Trump felt betrayed by his MAGA supporters who questioned his handling of the situation despite his reassurances to move on. He was frustrated with media inquiries and believed that additional White House actions would only contribute to the media narrative against him.
Trump's team debated various strategies to quell the Epstein-related turmoil but ultimately decided against taking any action, with decisions resting solely on Trump or Attorney General Bondi.
Trump felt betrayed by his MAGA base, who didn't trust his dismissal of their suspicions surrounding the Epstein case, despite his urging to move on.
The president expressed frustration over persistent questions from the media, feeling that the White House should not exacerbate the situation as it played into the media's narrative.
Trump disliked how MAGA influencers gained fame and profit from their relationship with him, adding to his feelings of betrayal.
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