David Smith reports on the US president’s troubles over the Jeffrey Epstein case, and how the president risks alienating his own base

David Smith reports on the US president’s troubles over the Jeffrey Epstein case, and how the president risks alienating his own base

The Epstein controversy continues to gain momentum despite the president’s repeated efforts to quell interest in the story.

President Trump has called his base "stupid" and "foolish" for inquiring about the Epstein sex trafficking investigation. People still want answers.