Charlie Kirk Trusts Trump Administration on Epstein Files After Call

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk announced he is stepping back from public criticism of the Trump administration's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files, expressing trust in key administration figures like FBI Director Kash Patel, Attorney General Pam Bondi, Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino, and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche to address the matter. Kirk made this declaration following the Turning Point USA Student Action Summit, where the Epstein files and related conspiracy theories sparked heated debate and criticism of the administration’s messaging. President Trump personally called Kirk to express support for Bondi amid backlash from MAGA supporters over the handling of the Epstein investigation. Despite Kirk’s trust in the administration, he reiterated his wish for the Justice Department to unseal grand jury testimony, which he views as a significant step forward. The administration has faced internal tensions and public criticism for its approach to the Epstein case, particularly after a joint DOJ and FBI memo confirmed Epstein died by suicide and dismissed claims of a client list. Kirk’s decision to halt discussion aims to focus attention on other pressing political issues while leaving resolution of the Epstein files to the government.