July 29, 2025 — A recent wave of public opinion polls has revealed significant discontent among Americans regarding President Donald Trump’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case, with a majority expressing dissatisfaction over the administration’s decision to withhold promised details about the disgraced financier’s activities.
The controversy, centered on the so-called “Epstein files,” has ignited debates across political lines, with even some of Trump’s Republican base questioning his approach.
According to a Quinnipiac University poll conducted on July 16, 2025, only 17% of registered voters approve of how the Trump administration has managed the release of information related to Jeffrey Epstein, while 63% disapprove.
Among Republicans, the divide is notable: 40% approve, 36% disapprove, and 24% are undecided.
This marks one of the most significant instances of intraparty discontent during Trump’s presidency.
Similarly, a Reuters/Ipsos poll, which closed on July 17, 2025, found that just 17% of Americans approve of Trump’s handling of the Epstein case, with 35% of Republicans approving and 29% disapproving.
The poll also revealed that 69% of respondents believe the federal government is concealing details about Epstein’s clients, reflecting widespread skepticism about the administration’s transparency.
A Washington Post poll conducted on July 28, 2025, further underscored public frustration, with fewer than 2 in 10 Americans approving of Trump’s approach to the Epstein files.
Nearly 6 in 10 disapprove, and more than 2 in 10 remain uncertain.
The poll also found that 64% of Americans are paying at least some attention to the issue, with 26% following it closely.
Notably, an overwhelming 66% of respondents strongly support the release of all Epstein-related files, a sentiment shared across party lines, including among self-identified MAGA Republicans.
A Controversy Leading to Political Fallout
The Epstein controversy stems from Trump’s campaign promise to release government files detailing Epstein’s activities and associates, including a rumored “client list” that has fueled conspiracy theories.
However, the Trump administration’s recent reversal, with a joint FBI-DOJ report stating there is no such list and no further charges will be pursued, has drawn sharp criticism.
The report, released by Attorney General Pam Bondi, also reiterated that Epstein’s 2019 death in prison was a suicide, a conclusion that only 15% of Americans believe, according to the Washington Post poll.
In contrast, 44% believe Epstein was murdered, and 42% are unsure.
Adding fuel to the controversy, a Wall Street Journal report alleged that Trump sent Epstein a letter for his 50th birthday in 2003, accompanied by a drawing of a naked woman.
Trump has denied the claim, calling it “fake” and filing a $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the newspaper.
The report, which some MAGA supporters dismissed as a media fabrication, temporarily shifted focus from the administration’s handling of the files to Trump’s defense against the allegations.
Despite the backlash, Trump’s overall job approval rating has remained relatively stable.
A Daily Mail/J.L. Partners poll conducted around July 23, 2025, showed 49% of voters approving of Trump’s job performance, up slightly from earlier in the month, though 51% still disapprove.
Among Republicans, 90% continue to approve of Trump’s presidency, suggesting that while the Epstein issue has caused friction, it has not completely eroded his core support.
The administration’s response has been to deflect criticism and refocus on other priorities.
Trump has publicly called the Epstein controversy a “hoax” perpetuated by Democrats and has defended Bondi, stating, “She’s done very good,” and claiming she has released all “credible information” available.
Behind the scenes, White House officials are reportedly frustrated by the media’s focus on Epstein, with one senior official noting that Trump believes “way bigger stories” deserve attention, such as recent trade deals with Japan, the Philippines, and Indonesia.
However, the issue continues to resonate, particularly among those who see it as emblematic of a broader lack of accountability for the powerful.
The Washington Post poll found that 60% of Americans believe the Epstein files contain embarrassing information about Trump, while 65% say the same about Democrats, and over 80% suspect compromising details about billionaires.
Prominent MAGA figures like Laura Loomer and Mike Flynn have called for greater transparency, with Loomer warning that the issue could “consume” Trump’s presidency if not addressed.
As the controversy unfolds, public demand for the release of all Epstein-related documents remains strong, with 89% of Americans, including 83% of Republicans, supporting full disclosure, according to a CBS/YouGov poll.
Whether the Trump administration will shift course and release additional files remains uncertain, but the issue has exposed rare cracks in the president’s typically steadfast support base.
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