US EditionEpstein Files and Affordability Concerns Threaten to Knock Trump's 2nd Presidency Off Course
Facing political vulnerability from a 39% approval rating and economic concerns, Trump reversed his stance on Epstein files to limit damage ahead of 2026 midterms.
- On Nov. 18, 2025, the U.S. House voted overwhelmingly to seek release of the Epstein files, and President Donald Trump abruptly reversed course on Sunday, urging House Republicans to support the release.
- Amid rising consumer costs, Trump’s approval fell to 39% as of Nov. 17, while recent Democratic victories this month reflect voter concerns about affordability.
- The move prompted sharp criticism as last week Mr. Trump ordered his lawyer Pam Bondi to start another DOJ probe into Epstein, and Joe Walsh called the reversal 'sinister', warning `I can't tell you that Pam Bondi hasn't scrubbed or shredded any evidence of anything`.
- Trump's political invulnerability is showing cracks, with an unprecedented split in his base and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene saying the issue 'has ripped MAGA apart', while analysts warned of 'massive headaches' for the Republican Party in the 2026 midterm election.
- Shortly before next year's midterms, the twin challenges compress Republicans' response time, and Bill Kristol warned the outlook 'looks bad' if Trump's approval falls to 38% or lower.
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