Trump Officials Plan Strategy with Joe Rogan on Epstein Fallout

Senior officials in President Donald Trump's administration, including Vice President JD Vance, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, Attorney General Pam Bondi, FBI Director Kash Patel, and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, are convening to devise a unified strategy to address the controversy and public backlash stemming from the Jeffrey Epstein case. Central to their discussion is whether to release transcripts and audio recordings from Blanche's recent meetings with Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell, who is currently serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking. Among the strategies being considered is a media campaign potentially involving a high-profile interview or podcast appearance by Blanche on Joe Rogan's platform, aiming to mitigate criticism and provide the administration’s narrative; Rogan, despite endorsing Trump in 2024, has been critical of the administration’s handling of Epstein-related issues. The administration faces escalating pressure from Congress, with subpoenas issued by the House Judiciary Committee demanding the release of Epstein investigation files, including those involving other prominent figures like former President Bill Clinton, highlighting the politically charged atmosphere surrounding the case. The ongoing deliberations reflect efforts to manage both the legal ramifications and public relations challenges linked to the Epstein network and associated investigations.