US President Donald Trump has changed his position on the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, he now supports a full vote in the House, he says the Republican Party has nothing to hide. Republic Policy
Trump rejected earlier claims that he wanted to block the release, he called the issue an Epstein hoax, he also denied accusations that he tried to protect himself from scrutiny. Republic Policy
The matter has caused divisions inside the Republican Party, some members have criticised the president for shifting positions, Trump also withdrew his endorsement from Marjorie Taylor Greene for the 2026 election. Republic Policy
Trump has demanded new investigations into Epstein’s links with former president Bill Clinton and former Harvard president Larry Summers, he says the public deserves clarity. Republic Policy
Epstein had been a registered sex offender since 2008 after pleading guilty to charges involving a minor, he died in prison in 2019, the controversy continues to shape debates in Washington. Republic Policy
