- Seventy percent of Americans believe the Trump administration is concealing evidence tied to Jeffrey Epstein.
- Wide distrust spans parties: 62% of Republicans suspect concealment, and only 18% think Trump was unaware.
- With DOJ document release looming, public demands for transparency grow amid persistent skepticism and media scrutiny.
In a striking blow to the White House’s credibility, a fresh poll indicates that a whopping 70% of Americans suspect the Trump administration is keeping secrets about Jeffrey Epstein’s child sex crimes and the people involved.
Even among Republicans, 62% share this view, highlighting just how widespread the distrust has become.
This isn’t some fringe opinion—it’s a clear signal that the public isn’t buying the official line on one of the most notorious scandals in recent memory.
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Details of the Survey
The survey, conducted by Reuters/Ipsos from December 3 to 8, 2025, polled 4,434 U.S. adults online and paints a picture of lingering suspicion around Epstein’s activities and his 2019 death in custody.
A solid 62% of respondents, including 56% of Republicans, think the government is hiding details about how Epstein died while awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking charges.
Epstein, the disgraced financier with ties to the elite, killed himself in a New York jail cell—or at least that’s the official story—but conspiracy theories have swirled ever since, fueled by his connections to powerful figures like Donald Trump.
Trump and Epstein go way back, with their friendship dating to the late ’80s in New York’s social scene.
They were tight for years, but reportedly had a falling out around 2004 over a real estate deal in Palm Beach, Florida.
Trump has repeatedly insisted he cut ties because Epstein was poaching young staff from Mar-a-Lago, including Virginia Giuffre, one of Epstein’s sex-trafficking victims who tragically took her own life in April 2025.
Despite these claims, only 18% of Americans—and 34% of Republicans—believe it’s likely Trump was clueless about Epstein’s crimes before they hit the headlines.
This poll drops at a tense moment, as questions about Trump’s handling of the Epstein saga keep piling up.
Trump Administration Does 180 on Epstein Files After Delays
Back in July, the Department of Justice and FBI stated there’s no evidence of a mythical “client list” tied to Epstein, which seemed to dial back Trump’s earlier promise to declassify all the “Epstein files.”
Then, in November, the House Oversight Committee released a batch of Epstein’s emails, including one from January 2019 to author Michael Wolff that read, “Of course [Trump] knew about the girls as he asked Ghislaine to stop.”
That line alone reignited the firestorm, suggesting Trump might have been more in the loop than he’s let on.
Adding to the pressure, Congress passed a bill last month mandating the DOJ to release all documents from its Epstein probe by December 19, 2025.
Overall approval for Trump’s approach to the issue? A dismal 23%, with 52% disapproving.
But there’s a sliver of good news for the president: Among Republicans, 53% now approve of his handling, up nine points from last month.
Still, that doesn’t erase the broader skepticism echoing across the country.
Why This Matters Now More Than Ever
Epstein’s web of influence has haunted American politics for years, and this poll underscores how it’s eroding trust in institutions.
With the December 19 deadline looming for those file releases, expect more headlines—and possibly more revelations.
Americans are clearly hungry for transparency, but doubts persist about whether they’ll get it under the current administration.
This isn’t the first time polls have gauged public sentiment on the Epstein files.
Back in July 2025, a Quinnipiac University poll found 63% of voters disapproved of the Trump administration’s handling, with just 17% approving.
And in late November, another survey showed only 25% thought Trump had followed through on his vow to release the documents.
The pattern is consistent: Frustration is building, and it’s not partisan—it’s pervasive.
Public Reactions Pour In on Social Media
The poll hasn’t gone unnoticed online.
On X (formerly Twitter), users are sharing the story widely, with many expressing outright suspicion.
One poster wrote, “I am one of those. There is just too much smoke,” comparing it to doubts about Biden’s knowledge of his son’s dealings.
Another exclaimed, “HE IS AND ITS GOING TO BE CATASTROPHIC!” while linking to coverage of the poll.
These reactions show how the issue is resonating beyond Beltway insiders, stirring everyday conversations about accountability and hidden truths.
What Happens Next?
Epstein’s death and his associations continue to fuel debates about power and justice.
His longtime partner, Ghislaine Maxwell, is serving time for her role in the trafficking ring, but the full extent of who knew what remains murky.
Trump has denied any involvement or awareness of the crimes, but the emails and ongoing probes keep the spotlight on him.
As we approach the end of 2025, this poll serves as a reminder that some scandals don’t fade—they evolve.
With the DOJ’s deadline just days away, all eyes are on what comes next.
Will it bring closure, or just more questions?
One thing’s for sure: The American public isn’t ready to let this one go.
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