• Joe Rogan accuses President Trump of "gaslighting" his supporters over Epstein case.
• Rogan declares a "line in the sand" regarding the handling of Epstein files by Trump’s administration.
• The Trump administration has denied the existence of an Epstein client list, fueling ongoing conspiracy theories.

Podcaster Joe Rogan has openly challenged President Donald Trump, labeling his administration's response to the Jeffrey Epstein case as "gaslighting" toward supporters. On a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, Rogan expressed his disillusionment, stating, "This is a line in the sand," indicating a clear division between his prior support for Trump and his current criticisms. He noted that many initially believed Trump would "drain the swamp" and resolve longstanding issues but feel misled as the Epstein controversy persists, according to Newsweek, The Hill, and India Times.

Rogan's remarks come in light of recent backlash after the Trump administration released a memo dismissing conspiracy theories related to Epstein's death and concluding that no client list would be disclosed. This stance has angered many supporters who have long sought transparency regarding Epstein's connections to powerful figures, thus amplifying tensions within Trump's base. Despite previously being a vocal supporter of Trump, Rogan now expresses disappointment in his administration's handling of this critical issue, as noted by Newsweek, The Hill, and India Times.

The controversy surrounding the "Epstein files" has also galvanized other figures in conservative media, with billionaire Elon Musk being notable among them for criticizing Trump. Following the memo's release, Musk accused Trump of having been named in the files, underlining the continued scrutiny and discontent from a faction of the Republican base regarding the Epstein issue. Rogan’s ongoing commentary underlines a significant shift in the narrative surrounding Trump's relationship with Epstein, according to Newsweek, The Hill, and India Times.