- Trump unexpectedly backs releasing Jeffrey Epstein government files, framing it as transparency and saying "we have nothing to hide."
- His endorsement aims to help House Republicans flip the narrative and deflect what he calls a "Democrat Hoax."
- The looming House vote could be pivotal—release may reshape the political landscape ahead of GOP policy priorities.
In a surprising turnaround, President Donald Trump has come out in favor of releasing government files tied to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
This shift comes as House Republicans gear up for a key vote this week that could greenlight the disclosure of those records.
Trump, who had previously downplayed the need to dwell on the Epstein saga, made his stance clear in a late-night post on Truth Social Sunday.
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He argued that the ongoing obsession with Epstein is distracting from the GOP’s big wins on the economy, national security, and other fronts.
It’s a move that could help Republicans flip the script on a story that’s lingered in the headlines for years.
Why the Change of Heart?
For months, Trump had brushed off calls to revisit the Epstein files, suggesting it wasn’t worth the attention.
But now, he’s all in. “We have nothing to hide,” the president stated bluntly in his post.
He framed the push for transparency as a way to shut down what he calls a “Democrat Hoax” cooked up by the left to sidetrack Republican momentum.
The timing couldn’t be more critical. With the House set to vote on authorizing the release of Epstein-related documents in federal hands, Trump’s endorsement adds serious weight to the effort.
It’s not just about the files themselves—it’s about reclaiming the narrative amid a packed political calendar.
Trump’s Full Message: In His Own Words
Here’s what Trump had to say verbatim on Truth Social, where he didn’t hold back on his frustrations or his list of GOP achievements:
“House Republicans should vote to release the Epstein files, because we have nothing to hide, and it’s time to move on from this Democrat Hoax perpetrated by Radical Left Lunatics in order to deflect from the Great Success of the Republican Party,” Trump wrote.
He went on: “The Department of Justice has already turned over tens of thousands of pages to the Public on “Epstein,” are looking at various Democrat operatives (Bill Clinton, Reid Hoffman, Larry Summers, etc.) and their relationship to Epstein, and the House Oversight Committee can have whatever they are legally entitled to, I DON’T CARE!”
Trump wrapped up by shifting focus to policy wins: “All I do care about is that Republicans get BACK ON POINT, which is the Economy, “Affordability” (where we are winning BIG!), our Victory on reducing Inflation from the highest level in History to practically nothing, bringing down prices for the American People, delivering Historic Tax Cuts, gaining Trillions of Dollars of Investment into America (A RECORD!), the rebuilding of our Military, securing our Border, deporting Criminal Illegal Aliens, ending Men in Women’s Sports, stopping Transgender for Everyone, and so much more!”
His words highlight a president eager to pivot away from scandals and toward what he sees as tangible victories for everyday Americans.
The Bigger Picture: Epstein’s Shadow Over Politics
Jeffrey Epstein’s case has been a political lightning rod since his arrest in 2019 and subsequent death in custody.
The financier was accused of running a sex-trafficking ring involving powerful figures from both sides of the aisle.
While Trump himself has denied any wrongdoing and distanced himself from Epstein, the files could shed light on connections involving names like Bill Clinton and others mentioned in Trump’s post.
The Department of Justice has already made public thousands of pages on Epstein, as Trump noted, including investigations into Democratic ties.
But advocates for full release argue that more transparency is needed to close the chapter once and for all.
This congressional push, backed now by the White House, involves the House Oversight Committee potentially gaining access to whatever they’re entitled to under the law.
It’s unclear exactly what new details might emerge, but the vote this week could be a turning point.
What Happens Next?
As the House vote looms, all eyes are on Republican lawmakers.
Will they unify behind Trump’s call? And if the files are released, could it really help the GOP “move on,” or might it stir up more controversy?
Trump’s support signals a strategic play to neutralize the issue before it overshadows upcoming priorities like tax cuts and border security.
For voters, it’s a reminder of how old scandals can resurface in unexpected ways, especially in a divided Washington.
Stay tuned—this story is far from over, and the fallout could reshape the political landscape heading into the new year.
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