By John Q. Hosedrinker 
During the Christmas holiday, Donald Trump engaged in an extensive social media outburst, fueled by his apparent anxiety surrounding the Epstein files. These documents, which he has attempted to suppress, have the potential to expose the depth of his relationship with the deceased financier and his alleged actions. Trump’s base continues to engage in denial, creating narratives of the former president as a hero, while he tries to distract from the truth. The ongoing trickle of information and Trump’s erratic behavior suggests a growing concern that his support base may not be able to continue making excuses for him.
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In 2025, Epstein showed MAGA who they really are… and it didn’t change a thing. This wasn’t a sudden revelation, a shocking exposé that shattered deeply held beliefs. It was, for many, simply a confirmation of what they already knew, or perhaps, what they were already comfortable with. The elaborate mythologies they’d constructed around Donald Trump, transforming him into a righteous crusader against imaginary enemies, proved remarkably resilient. The reality of his associations, the undeniable evidence of his presence in Epstein’s orbit, didn’t crack their armor of denial. Instead, it seems to have been absorbed into their pre-existing worldview, a worldview that had long tolerated, even embraced, the unsavory.
The MAGA base, those most devoted to the former president, have crafted an intricate web of narratives to protect their hero. In their minds, Trump is not a man who consorted with a convicted sex offender, but a figure fighting against a shadowy cabal. This isn’t about the real victims, the actual suffering inflicted; it’s about a different kind of enemy, a boogeyman to be feared and fought. They project their own sins, their own failings, onto others – often onto those they already despise, the LGBTQ+ community or political opponents. And so, the inconvenient truths about Trump’s past are conveniently ignored.
This isn’t about some sudden realization. The rot had set in long before any Epstein connection came to light. The willingness to accept, even celebrate, statements like “grab ’em by the pussy” and “I could shoot someone on 5th Avenue and not lose any votes” demonstrated a deep-seated tolerance for behavior that, in any other context, would be condemned outright. These weren’t bugs; they were features. And the revelation of Trump’s entanglement with Epstein, when it came, didn’t trigger any significant shift. The die was cast long ago. The core beliefs, the prejudices, the willingness to look the other way – these were already firmly in place.
The underlying issue isn’t solely about Trump. It’s about a broader societal phenomenon. It is not so much MAGA, as the embodiment of an existing conservative sentiment. This includes racism, wealth, and the acceptance of predatory behavior. The ability to self-reflect and change course seemed, in many cases, to be absent. For some, the unwavering support is not about any specific policy or ideology, but an integral part of their identity. The fabric of their lives, their social circles, their very understanding of the world, is now intertwined with their allegiance to a person.
The news that this was revealed in 2025 is not a moment of crisis or doubt. The press, in its failings, is responsible. But the public’s inability to differentiate between propaganda and actual journalism makes this very difficult. It’s hard to change course when your very existence is at stake. The fear of being wrong, the fear of the social upheaval that would come with admitting a mistake, outweighed any desire for truth.
The Epstein scandal, in this context, wasn’t a catalyst for change. It was a mirror. It reflected back the ugliness that was already there. MAGA loyalists showed that their loyalty to Trump transcended morality, that it was a deeply ingrained part of who they are.
The response from the MAGA base, rather than shock or revulsion, was often silence, deflection, or outright denial. It was all a “hoax”, a “fake news” conspiracy designed to take down their champion. Those who did acknowledge the connections downplayed their significance, dismissing them as the actions of a “deep state” or as the fault of the media. The real and horrifying aspect of the scandal would simply be twisted to fit their pre-existing narratives. The desire to cling to their beliefs was stronger than any moral imperative. The truth, in this case, was not a bridge to understanding, but an obstacle to be overcome.
Many see the unwavering support as a sign of something deeper – a willingness to embrace a world where those who share their values are prioritized, and others are treated with suspicion, if not outright disdain. This is where the Epstein revelation would ultimately fail to create the desired effect.
The problem, as many see it, is not the exposure of Epstein’s actions. It’s the inherent intolerance, the lack of empathy, and the willingness to accept falsehoods that are at the heart of the MAGA movement. This isn’t a battle for hearts and minds. It’s a struggle against an ideology that is, in many ways, resistant to reason and impervious to evidence.
The core reason why people are supporting Trump is because he is racist. This is what helps them rationalize their world views. They don’t care about a political movement as much as they want to be united with people that share their beliefs. The QAnon conspiracies are also secondary. There is a desire to “own the libs” and if the perceived left is moving up, then they want to move down.