Claim: Did president Trump call those who want Epstein files released trouble makers?

Based on what we could find, the claim that President Trump called those who want Epstein files released troublemakers is strongly supported by a direct quote published in TIME, where Trump stated on Truth Social that nothing will be good enough for the troublemakers and radical left lunatics making the request. This comment was made in the context of increasing demands for transparency regarding Epstein-related grand jury testimony, and it clearly singles out those advocating for file releases as troublemakers. The TIME article is a mainstream, credible source that provides a verbatim excerpt from Trumps social media, leaving little ambiguity about his phrasing and intent. The strongest evidence for the claim comes from the TIME report, which directly quotes Trumps Truth Social post. No mainstream source contradicts the existence of this statement, and the context—a response to calls for more Epstein file disclosures—aligns with the narrative that Trump was criticizing those pushing for greater transparency. The CBS News and ABC News articles, while reporting on the broader controversy and Trumps actions, do not directly address the troublemakers quote, but neither do they dispute it, focusing instead on other aspects of the story. Limitations to the claims universality exist, as not all mainstream coverage highlights the troublemakers remark, and some articles focus on different elements of the controversy. However, the absence of contradiction in other reputable sources, combined with the direct evidence from TIME, suggests that the claim is accurate within the scope of Trumps public statements. The YouTube video, as an alternative source, does not provide additional context or contradiction regarding the specific language used by Trump, instead emphasizing the broader political dynamics.