Do you think we’re babies? Like, what is this?” asked Rogan, the most popular podcaster in the US and arguably the most influential Trump-friendly media figure.

Joe Rogan lashed out at the Trump administration over its handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files, asking, “Do they think we’re babies?” Rogan singled out FBI Director Kash Patel for criticism as he dug into the situation—which has sparked outcry from the president’s supporters—during the Friday edition of his show.

As pressure mounts for the release of the Epstein files, United States President Donald Trump said he has "never had the privilege" of visiting Jeffrey Epstein's island. But supporters such as Joe Rogan are now calling the story a "line in the sand".