Joe Rogan has suggested that President Donald Trump initiated the war in Iran to divert public attention from the release of the Epstein files. Speaking on his podcast, the influential host argued that the military action served as a distraction from the documents linking Trump to the disgraced financier, Jeffrey Epstein.
Rogan drew parallels to historical examples, noting that former President Bill Clinton ordered the bombing of Yugoslavia in 1999 amid the Monica Lewinsky scandal. He stated that the pattern of using war as a political tool is a recurring theme in American politics.
The podcaster, who endorsed Trump in the 2024 election, has become increasingly critical of the president since the launch of 'Operation Epic Fury' in Iran. Rogan warned that the conflict risks escalating into World War III and questioned Trump's judgment, suggesting the 79-year-old may act recklessly due to his age.
Rogan expressed that many Trump supporters feel betrayed by the decision to go to war, as Trump had campaigned on ending foreign conflicts. He noted the contradiction between Trump's promise of 'no more wars' and the current military engagement, which lacks a clear justification.
Despite Rogan's criticism, polling indicates that Trump's core MAGA base largely supports the war. Rogan, who does not identify as MAGA, has disparaged the movement's supporters, calling them 'dorks' and criticising the influence of Christian nationalists who view the war as a precursor to biblical prophecy.
