Trump Fumbled Epstein, But He’s Still My Guy
By Brandon Tatum
Let me say something some of y’all may feel is contradictory or complicated, but I’m just keeping it real:
Trump dropped the ball on Epstein.
And yet, my support for him is entirely unchanged.
This isn’t about turning on Trump. This isn’t about giving ammo to the left.
This is about being honest with ourselves as patriots who’ve stood ten toes down in this movement.
We’re not calling this out because we’re disloyal—we’re frustrated because we were told one thing, and now they’re flipping the script.
But hang tight, because I promise by the end of this, you’ll understand why this moment—even with the frustration—doesn’t shake my loyalty to President Trump.
We Weren’t Promised Silence
For years, Trump’s allies told us the truth about Jeffrey Epstein would shake the world.
We were told the list was real.
We were told names were coming.
We were told justice was imminent.
And this wasn’t just fringe social media chatter—these were Trump’s own people:
Dan Bongino. Kash Patel. Steve Bannon. Pam Bondi. Don Jr.
They told us the Epstein files were a ticking time bomb. And we believed it, because we know something's off.
That’s why, when Trump suddenly brushes it off like it’s not a big deal?
It cut deep. For a lot of us.
Trump’s Tone Is What’s Off
On July 8, President Trump posted on Truth Social:
“We have a PERFECT Administration, THE TALK OF THE WORLD, and ‘selfish people’ are trying to hurt it, all over a guy who never dies, Jeffrey Epstein… Let’s … not waste Time and Energy on Jeffrey Epstein.”
Then, when asked again by the press, he replied:
“You’re still talking about Jeffrey Epstein? Come on. That’s ridiculous… We have a country to save.”
Now look—I agree. We do have a country to save.
But accountability is part of saving it.
And when the base—the very people who’ve backed him through everything—starts feeling mocked or dismissed for asking fair questions? People get pissed.
We didn’t stand in line, defend him at Thanksgiving dinners, march in rallies, or get banned online just to be told, “Move on.”
Let’s Be Real, What do we really know about Epstein
Let me also say this loud and clear:
I don’t think we know or will ever know what really happened with the Epstein files.
And that’s the real issue.
We don’t know:
If the Epstein documents were deleted before Trump returned to office.
If Pam Bondi is sitting on info while others want it released.
If there’s nothing there, and the previous administration lied to us all along.
Or if President Trump himself thinks releasing it could cause global fallout.
And maybe—just maybe—we’ve all been used by media outlets, grifters, and influencers chasing clicks and outrage, while the truth got buried under drama.
The problem isn’t that there’s no answer yet.
The problem is the complete lack of clarity.
We need someone to definitively state what’s real, what’s not, and why we’re handling it this way.
This Isn’t About Perfection
Let’s be clear—I didn’t support Trump because I expected perfection.
I supported him because he fights. Because he has guts. Because he loves this country.
And because he’s willing to do what others won’t.
So I don’t need him to check every box. If he pivots on a strategy—whether it’s immigration, trade, or foreign policy—that’s fine. I’m not married to a checklist.
I’m committed to the mission of America First.
And President Trump is still the only one who has executed that mission at this level.
But this Epstein situation? He missed the mark.
And I believe the Trump I voted for—the one we all know—is fully capable of correcting course.
But Don’t Get It Twisted—He’s Still Delivering
Even if this Epstein issue frustrates us, let’s not lose sight of what matters most.
President Trump is:
Advancing the Big Beautiful Bill on immigration and border security
Actually deporting illegal criminals, not just campaigning on it
Cutting abuse out of Medicaid and SNAP, while still helping real families
Standing up to global leaders with fair trade deals that favor America
And dismantling DEI, CRT, and every other Marxist idea poisoning our schools
This is bold leadership in real time. And it’s happening right now under President Trump—not in theory or slogans, but in policy and action.
The Bottom Line
Trump has always said he stands for the truth.
Well, here’s my truth:
We can love President Trump and still hold him accountable.
We can trust him and still push for clarity.
We can be loyal—and still be honest.
That’s not weakness. That’s real strength.
So yeah—he fumbled Epstein. But I’m not jumping ship.
Because I still believe he’s called to lead this country back from the edge.
And I’ll vote for him again—without hesitation.
Brandon Tatum
CEO | Father | Former Police Officer | Fighter for America
Great article man.
I’m disappointed too if I’m being honest, but that doesn’t mean I’m gonna just stop supporting the man.
I will always stand with Trump. Progress not perfection