As Epstein revelations threaten MAGA icons, Tulsi Gabbard’s explosive “treason” claims against Obama-era officials raise questions about timing and manipulation.
Investigative | The Haitian Pulse Editorial Team | July 21 2025
The political ground in America is shifting rapidly, and at the center of this seismic movement are two stories colliding with devastating force. On one hand, the release of Jeffrey Epstein’s long-sealed court documents has started to peel back the layers of an elite circle once thought untouchable. High-ranking officials, celebrities, and even figures deeply embedded in conservative politics are now being whispered about as potential collaborators in one of history’s darkest predatory networks. The Epstein revelations were beginning to crack the unity of MAGA’s base, leaving many to question whether the movement could survive an internal reckoning.
Enter Tulsi Gabbard. Just as the MAGA sphere started splintering over these unsettling reports, Gabbard took to the podium in a moment of political theater and dropped her own bombshell: declassified memos accusing Obama-era intelligence leaders—Barack Obama, James Clapper, John Brennan, and James Comey—of engaging in a treasonous conspiracy to undermine Donald Trump’s presidency. Her words were explosive, calling on the Department of Justice to indict these figures for treason, espionage, and seditious conspiracy. The effect was instantaneous. Headlines shifted, Twitter exploded with outrage, and within hours, MAGA forums that had been filled with nervous chatter about Epstein pivoted sharply back to a familiar narrative: the Deep State versus Trump.
“This conspiracy went all the way to the top,” Gabbard declared. “We cannot move forward as a nation without full accountability.”
For Trump loyalists, her words were like an electric charge. But for seasoned political analysts, the timing couldn’t help but raise suspicion. Was this a coincidence, or was it a carefully timed diversion designed to redirect an increasingly restless base?
A Textbook Diversion Tactic?
Ken Spain, a veteran communications strategist and CEO of Narrative Strategies, weighs in:
“This is textbook political diversion. With Epstein threatening to fracture the MAGA coalition, Gabbard handed them a powerful, emotionally charged alternative focus—one that plays to tribal urges and unites the base.”
A deep dive into conservative platforms like Truth Social, Gab, and Patriots Daily reveals the pivot’s impact. Within 48 hours, mentions of Epstein plummeted, replaced by hashtags like #TreasonousCoup and demands for Obama’s arrest. Influential MAGA commentators, many who had been silent on Epstein, opted instead to fan flames in the treason narrative.
MAGA’s Split Reaction
Yet dissenters have emerged within MAGA circles, questioning the shift.
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“Feels like they’re throwing us a bone,” one user posted. “Why aren’t we talking about Epstein anymore?”
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“They’re playing us—don’t let them bury Epstein’s crimes under this Obama distraction,” warned another.
But these critical voices have been overwhelmed by the flood of outrage. It's clear: weaponized anger can overshadow inconvenient truths.
History of Hijacking Outrage
This isn’t the first time public focus has been manipulated so effectively. In the past decade, Americans have watched as political operatives flood the news cycle with scandals to overshadow others. The 2019 Ukraine controversy, the Hunter Biden laptop saga, and other manufactured crises have repeatedly stolen headlines from deeper stories.
“When you flood the public with a fresh outrage, existing scandals suffocate,” warns Dr. Elena Ramirez, a media scholar at George Washington University. “This treason narrative is on track to completely bury the Epstein revelations.”
The High Stakes for Accountability
The stakes couldn’t be higher. If the DOJ acts on Gabbard’s referral, MAGA may find renewed purpose. But if these treason claims collapse under scrutiny—as numerous experts predict—they risk eroding trust in America’s institutions and leaving Epstein’s victims abandoned once again.
Jeffrey Epstein’s survivors face a cruel twist: their long-fought effort for justice could be pushed aside by political theater. That’s the danger of this moment.
The Battle for Truth
What we are witnessing is more than political spin—it may be a turning point in how narratives are spun, and how outrage is weaponized to manipulate public attention. We stand at a crossroads: the Epstein story is not partisan—it is about justice. If it slips away now, it may never return.
The Haitian Pulse Perspective
Political theater is something that Haitians understand all too well—we live it, we breathe it, and we have suffered from its devastating consequences. In Haiti, power games and manufactured distractions have been tools of survival for the elite, used to silence dissent, protect entrenched interests, and ensure that accountability never reaches the highest levels. What we are witnessing in the United States today feels eerily familiar. The weaponization of outrage to shift public attention is not just an American phenomenon—it is a universal tactic in the playbook of those who fear the light of truth. As we watch this narrative unfold, The Haitian Pulse stands with those demanding real justice—not diversions, not scapegoats, but accountability that pierces the veil of power. For Haitians, and for anyone fighting systems of impunity, this is a reminder: vigilance is the only path to freedom.
At The Haitian Pulse, we remain deeply committed to fearless journalism that challenges entrenched power, exposes hidden truths, and empowers our readers with clarity in times of chaos. Our mission is to illuminate the stories others won’t touch and to provide a platform where accountability has no borders. As this story unfolds, we encourage you to share your thoughts below and join a growing community of readers demanding transparency, justice, and integrity. Your voice matters now more than ever.
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