In this intense segment, hosts dissect the political fallout from Donald Trump’s handling of the Epstein files controversy. Once commanding overwhelming Republican loyalty, Trump now faces a dramatic 12-point drop in approval ratings, threatening his grip on Congress. The discussion reveals how Trump’s public dismissals of the Epstein issue, coupled with Republican votes to block file releases, have alienated his core supporters more than any “deep state” attack. The transcript exposes the behind-the-scenes fear of CIA reprisals, internal party contradictions, and the paradox of a booming economy overshadowed by self-inflicted scandals.