JD Vance’s old tweets show why the ‘Epstein client list’ is becoming such a problem for Trump — In a stunning turn of events, resurfaced tweets by Vice President JD Vance have rekindled debate over Jeffrey Epstein’s purported “client list,” deepening fissures within Trump’s political base. With Attorney General Pam Bondi’s promise of explosive revelations now debunked, the episode exposes both the power and peril of conspiracy rhetoric within conservative circles.
The resurfaced tweets: old sparks of controversy
JD Vance, now Trump’s Vice President, was once an outspoken conspiracy proponent, calling for full disclosure of Epstein’s client records. A tweet from October 2024, amplified by conspiracy theorist Jack Posobiec, proclaimed: “If you’re a journalist and you’re not asking questions about this case, you should be ashamed of yourself”—testimony to Vance’s earlier passion for transparency.
These tweets, now circulating widely, have placed Vance in the uncomfortable position of defending his past statements. As legal authorities continue to deny the existence of a comprehensive client list, Vance’s prior enthusiasm has become a liability, underscoring how previous messaging can come full circle.
DOJ & FBI memo: “no incriminating client list”
On July 7, 2025, the Department of Justice and FBI released a memo categorically stating: there is no client list, no evidence that Epstein blackmailed associates, and no grounds for charges against third parties—just confirmation that Epstein died by suicide in 2019.
The memo also noted that most of the records remain sealed to protect victims. Though video footage of Epstein’s final hours was published, it did little to quell conspiracy claims, and a previously missing minute has raised eyebrows, though officials say it’s just a daily reset glitch.
Pam Bondi’s promise and pushback
Attorney General Pam Bondi stoked expectations in February when she told Fox News she had the elusive list “on my desk”. That statement bolstered conspiracy-loving crowds—but now, as the DOJ reveals there’s no such list, Bondi insists she meant her broader file—like JFK and MLK archives—not a discrete client roster.
This clarification hasn’t mollified critics. Far-right influencers such as Laura Loomer and Alex Jones have called for her resignation, lambasting her for overpromising and underdelivering.
Trump reacts: anger, defense, distraction
At a July 8 cabinet meeting, President Trump exploded when pressed by a reporter, bluntly asking, “Are you still talking about that creep Epstein?” and rebuking the questioner, calling it a “desecration” given more pressing priorities in Texas.
Despite the backlash, Trump publicly defended Bondi. He emphasized her loyalty and importance, brushing aside demands from his base, who are calling for more transparency.
MAGA backlash and internal fractures
Trump-aligned figures are visibly rattled. Fox News host Jesse Watters criticized the DOJ’s findings as lacking “a straight answer,” while still redirecting anger at “the feds” and Bondi, not Trump, the-independent.com.
Vive voices from within—including Elon Musk, who has described the non-release as “the final straw”—have expressed disillusionment. His deleted posts speculating about Trump’s presence on the list added fuel to the fire. Meanwhile, House Democrats, led by Jamie Raskin, have formally petitioned Bondi for all Epstein records mentioning Trump, signaling bipartisan pressure thedailybeast.com.
Conclusion: Reckoning with expectations
The clash over Epstein files unearths a deeper challenge for Trump’s team: how to maintain credibility when previously hyped claims fall flat. Vance’s old tweets, Bondi’s misplaced assurance, and Trump’s strong reaction now illustrate the instability of conspiracy-driven messaging.
One powerful lesson emerges: once a narrative is released, it can’t be easily contained. As MAGA’s internal tensions deepen and demands for transparency intensify, the administration now finds itself at a crossroads—choosing between defending a circular narrative or acknowledging and exiting from the spiral.
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