This was surprising to hear.
Outspoken podcaster Joe Rogan is putting the heat on the Trump-era FBI over its handling of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal — and Americans want answers.
In a fiery new episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, Rogan questioned FBI Director Kash Patel’s repeated denials that the agency had any video evidence tied to Epstein’s notorious island — a location long suspected of being at the center of a global child trafficking ring involving the elite.
“He’s claiming there are no recordings or footage, which just doesn’t add up. Anyone paying attention knows that doesn’t make sense,” Rogan said during Friday’s episode with former CIA officer Mike Baker.
Patel previously appeared on Rogan’s podcast in June, insisting that the Trump administration was reviewing Epstein-related materials and would release as much as possible. But when pressed by Rogan about video footage from the island, Patel dodged the question.
“Is there video from the island?” Rogan asked.
Patel responded: “Not of what you want.”
That answer has only fueled speculation among Trump supporters and truth-seekers alike, many of whom are fed up with the lack of accountability.
No Justice for Epstein’s Victims?
Earlier this month, the FBI and Department of Justice released a memo claiming Epstein died by suicide — and declared there was “no evidence” of blackmail or involvement by high-profile figures.
That announcement landed like a gut punch to Americans hoping the Epstein investigation would finally expose powerful elites involved in trafficking and abuse.
While the Trump administration did attempt to unseal grand jury transcripts, they’ve held back hundreds of hours of disturbing video and photographic evidence — citing concerns about illegal content.
To many, it feels like more smoke and mirrors from a justice system unwilling to touch the rich and powerful.
“The Epstein stuff is so crazy,” Rogan said in his latest episode. “When Kash Patel was on here and said there’s nothing — I didn’t even know what to say.”
Americans Deserve the Truth
Despite constant attacks from the media, President Trump has repeatedly denied any inappropriate connection to Epstein. But new reports have dredged up old photos and social ties from the early 2000s, trying to tie him to the disgraced financier.
Meanwhile, Ghislaine Maxwell — Epstein’s close confidante now serving a 20-year sentence — was recently interviewed by Biden’s DOJ behind closed doors.
The American people still haven’t seen the full truth. And if Joe Rogan’s frustration is any indication, they’re not alone.