Staff Reports
A remarkable twist came this week when Jeffrey Epstein’s former lawyer publicly clarified that Donald Trump had no connection to his disgraced client—a statement that flatly contradicts years of insinuation by the mainstream press. For many Americans, this revelation felt like long-awaited vindication against the media’s relentless effort to tie Trump to scandals where he simply wasn’t involved. The irony runs even deeper when recalling that it was Trump’s own father who once had the good sense to throw Epstein out of the family’s elite club for being “the wrong sort of man.” That decision, rooted in instinct, now stands as proof that the Trumps wanted nothing to do with Epstein, despite years of attempts by reporters to build a different narrative.
The mainstream media, particularly outlets like The New York Times, have spent years peddling speculative or outright misleading stories about Trump. Whether it was the infamous Russia hoax or recycled gossip surrounding Epstein, their habit of dressing innuendo up as fact has eroded public trust. Pulitzer Prizes were awarded to journalists whose Russia coverage has since been debunked, yet those shiny trophies remain untouched, even as the credibility of the reporting crumbles. To average Americans, this kind of double standard looks less like journalism and more like a political hit job meant to damage Trump’s reputation at any cost.
This pattern of media distortion explains why so many Americans now view corporate journalism with skepticism. Just like a flashy fast-food chain with a slick ad campaign, it might look appealing at first, but once people discover what’s behind the wrapping, it loses credibility quickly. Instead of damaging Trump, the endless negative coverage has become something of a badge of honor for him—a sign to his supporters that he truly does threaten the political and cultural elites. It seems the more the media attacks him, the more determined his base becomes to stand by him.
That loyalty is most visible in swing states where voters are growing tired of being lectured by coastal elites through CNN or the Times. While the press obsesses over forcing Trump into every scandalous headline, his campaign continues to focus on voters’ top issues: the economy, immigration, and security. This resilience not only frustrates Trump’s critics but also highlights a deeper cultural divide in the country. For many Americans, their loyalty to Trump is rooted in shared values and distrust of institutions that appear hostile to them.
The Epstein lawyer’s statement is just the latest reminder that the narrative machine against Trump is cracked, if not collapsing. Alternative voices, like Carl Higbie and others willing to take on the mainstream narrative, are gaining ground precisely because Americans are searching for honesty rather than spin. Whether one supports Trump or not, his ability to outmaneuver relentless attacks while keeping his political momentum alive feels less like politics and more like a riveting drama unfolding before the voter’s eyes. And if history is any guide, the final act could leave his critics stunned in disbelief.
