Jen Psaki’s Shift on “Global Elites” and Epstein Case Sparks Backlash from Critics 

In a surprising pivot, former White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki has stirred controversy by adopting language that mirrors the very “conspiracy theories” she and many Democrats previously denounced, particularly in relation to the high-profile Jeffrey Epstein case. On a recent broadcast, Psaki referred to Epstein’s case as a window into a broader “global, nefarious group of powerful elites and celebrities” who believe they are above the law, a narrative that many critics say echoes the rhetoric of QAnon supporters.

Psaki’s remarks, which suggested the need to dig deeper into global leaders, business moguls, and Hollywood figures, have raised eyebrows. “It is Trump, yes, and we should—everybody should continue to dig more about that,” Psaki said, adding, “But it is the wealthy, the elites, in basically every faction of the world. It’s global leaders, it’s people in the business sector, it is people in Hollywood probably, who knows.”

Her comments were quickly met with backlash, as critics highlighted the stark contrast to the stance she and prominent Democrats have taken in the past. For years, figures like Psaki and mainstream media outlets ridiculed and dismissed similar claims from the MAGA movement, often labeling them as “crazy QAnon” conspiracy theorists. This sudden shift has left many accusing Psaki of hypocrisy, as the rhetoric she once condemned is now coming from her own side of the aisle.

The Fallout from the 2026 Epstein Files 

This change in tone comes as the Trump administration is facing intense scrutiny over its handling of the Epstein case. Last month, the Department of Justice released more than 3 million pages of documents related to Epstein, fueling a wave of resignations within the financial sector and drawing fresh accusations from House Democrats. Lawmakers like Jamie Raskin and Pramila Jayapal have accused Attorney General Pam Bondi of orchestrating a “cover-up” by redacting critical names while improperly exposing the identities of survivors.

In response, Psaki framed the release of the Epstein files as a “blunder,” suggesting that the documents expose President Trump as part of the very “unaccountable elite” he once campaigned against. Despite the administration’s role in forcing the release of these documents, Psaki’s comments pointed to what she described as the hypocrisy of the wealthy elite in politics, business, and entertainment.

The shift in rhetoric surrounding the Epstein case is sparking new debate over accountability, transparency, and the role of the “elite” in both politics and media. As more revelations come to light from the released files, the political and public fallout is likely to intensify, further complicating the already tangled narrative surrounding Epstein’s network and its high-profile connections.