In a dramatic reversal, former President Donald Trump called on House Republicans to vote for the release of files linked to Jeffrey Epstein, declaring, “we have nothing to hide.”
Trump’s shift comes amid growing bipartisan momentum in Congress. A discharge petition has forced a House vote on legislation — known as the Epstein Files Transparency Act — which would require the Justice Department to release its Epstein-related records, with provisions to redact sensitive or identifying data.
However, legal roadblocks remain significant. Much of the material is under seal, including grand-jury transcripts, which are protected by federal rules. Courts would have to approve unsealing, and victims’ privacy concerns may demand heavy redactions.
Even if the House approves the bill, it faces a rocky path in the Senate. Moreover, the Justice Department and courts could still defend keeping portions secret, exposing the proposal to potential litigation and delay.
Trump’s abrupt reversal is seen by many as more than just a political maneuver — a calculated embrace of transparency, tempered by legal realities.
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