Former President Trump publicly stated his willingness to sign legislation compelling the Justice Department to release all files pertaining to the case of Jeffrey Epstein. The declaration came during a White House press briefing as the House of Representatives prepared for a vote on the bill.
When questioned about the potential legislation, Trump asserted a complete lack of involvement with Epstein, directly attributing any connection to the Democratic Party. He claimed Epstein’s associates were overwhelmingly Democrats, framing the issue as a political deflection from his administration’s accomplishments.
Trump emphasized his administration’s successes in areas like pricing, affordability, and energy, alongside the conclusion of multiple ongoing conflicts. He expressed frustration that the Epstein matter threatened to overshadow these achievements, yet reiterated his support for releasing the files.
Pressed further on whether he would sign the bill if it reached his desk, Trump responded affirmatively, stating, “Sure I would.” He encouraged scrutiny from both the Senate and anyone else interested, while simultaneously downplaying the significance of the case.
Trump characterized the focus on Epstein as a “Democrat problem,” alleging a deliberate attempt to distract from the Republican Party’s successes. He dismissed the entire matter as a “hoax,” designed to undermine the accomplishments of his presidency.
Republican lawmakers, while generally supportive of the bill’s intent, voiced concerns regarding its specific wording. Despite these reservations, many anticipated a favorable vote in the House, hoping for revisions during the Senate review.
The legislation gained momentum through a discharge petition, a procedural maneuver led by Representatives Ro Khanna, a Democrat from California, and Thomas Massie, a Republican from Kentucky. This bypassed typical committee processes to bring the bill directly to the House floor.
Prior to the House vote, Trump took to social media, urging House Republicans to support the release of the documents. He argued that any damaging information held by Democrats would have been revealed before the previous presidential election.
Trump warned against falling into what he termed an “Epstein ‘TRAP’,” suggesting it was a political maneuver designed to harm the Republican Party. He insisted the focus should remain on his administration’s achievements and the pursuit of “Making America Great Again.”
The impending vote and Trump’s statements ignited a debate over transparency, political motivations, and the enduring legacy of the Epstein case. The outcome promised to further fuel scrutiny of the individuals connected to the disgraced financier and the handling of the investigation.
