Trump accuses Obama of ‘coup’ amid mounting Epstein questions
Trump Dismisses Epstein Drama, Backs Obama Coup Theory
White House Claims Internal Investigation, Seeks to Drown Epstein Speculation
- Deputy AG Todd Blanche announced DOJ would query Ghislaine Maxwell for fresh data on Epstein’s alleged pedophile scheme.
- Blanche stressed “No lead is off-limits,” aiming to counter rising conspiracies around Epstein’s 2019 suicide.
- Yet, the move appeared to be part of a coordinated effort by the White House and Trump’s allies to silence speculation about the convicted sex offender.
Trump’s Anti‑Obama Attack During Philippine Summit
- While meeting Philippine President, Trump labeled the Epstein case a “witch hunt.”
- He further claimed “the witch hunt” should focus on Obama, asserting a “coup” had been orchestrated to “steal” the 2016 election.
- Trump floated unsubstantiated accusations that Obama “stealed” the 2016 vote, an allegation that overflies official probes but resonates with his far‑right base.
Distraction Strategy Serves Dual Purpose
Political analyst Todd Belt at GW University’s Graduate School of Political Management noted that Trump’s attacks on Obama “part of a larger strategy of distraction. They also cast the former president as a victim of Democratic treachery.”
House of Representatives Halts Sessions Until September
Speaker Mike Johnson, a key Trump Republican, announced a shutdown of the House to avoid “political games” over attempts by Democrats to force votes exposing more about the Epstein case.
Epstein Suicide Spurs Deep‑State Conspiracy Fervor
- Epstein, awaiting trial on trafficking charges, was found hanged in his New York cell. Authority declared it a suicide.
- Far‑right fears surged, including claims of a “deep state” cover‑up preventing the names of Epstein’s clients from being made known.
- Trump’s attempts to stop speculation clash with his supporters, who pushed conspiracy theories expecting Trump to resolve the mysteries.
Trump Backs Up Base, Seeks Grand Jury Testimony Release
Trump ordered Attorney General Pam Bondi to obtain release of grand jury testimony in Epstein’s aborted New York case. Yet, the issue flared again after The Wall Street Journal reported a birthday greeting penned by Trump in 2003 for Epstein’s 50th birthday, allegedly containing a hand‑drawn naked woman and trump’s signature forming her pubic hair.
Contrasting Trump, Prince Andrew, and Maxwell’s Legal Fallout
- Both Trump and Prince Andrew, photographed attending Epstein parties, faced allegations. Prince Andrew settled a US civil case in February 2022 with Virginia Giuffre’s claims of sexual assault when she was 17.
- Giuffre later committed suicide at her home in Australia.
- Maxwell, the sole former Epstein associate convicted, is appealing her sentence before the Supreme Court.
Maxwell’s Lawyer Expresses Gratitude to Pres. Trump
David Oscar Markus, Maxwell’s lawyer, confirmed on X that discussions were underway about her meeting with government representatives. “We are grateful to President Trump for his commitment to uncovering the truth in this case,” he added.
