Trump Greenlights Epstein Files Release Amid Bipartisan Push, Hints at Democratic Ties
In a dramatic pivot that has electrified Washington, President Donald Trump has signed the Epstein Files Transparency Act, mandating the swift public disclosure of thousands of documents tied to the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The legislation, which cleared Congress with overwhelming support, compels the Department of Justice to furnish all investigative files, communications, and details surrounding Epstein’s 2019 death in a federal prison—all in an accessible, searchable digital format—within the next 30 days.
Trump’s endorsement marks a sharp departure from his earlier months of reluctance, a stance that crumbled under intensifying scrutiny from Epstein’s survivors and even allies within his own Republican ranks. The bill’s momentum built rapidly: It passed the House of Representatives on Tuesday by a lopsided 427-1 margin before securing unanimous Senate approval, underscoring a fleeting moment of cross-party consensus on an issue long mired in controversy.
Announcing the signature via social media, Trump framed the decision as a counterpunch to his political adversaries. “Perhaps the truth about these Democrats, and their associations with Jeffrey Epstein, will soon be revealed, because I HAVE JUST SIGNED THE BILL TO RELEASE THE EPSTEIN FILES,” he posted. He further alleged that “Democrats have used the ‘Epstein’ issue, which affects them far more than the Republican Party, in order to try and distract from our AMAZING victories.”
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The act carves out limited exceptions, permitting redactions solely to shield Epstein’s victims or safeguard active federal probes. Notably, it bars the Justice Department from suppressing materials merely to avert “embarrassment, reputational harm, or political sensitivity,” ensuring broad transparency.
This development follows the recent unsealing of approximately 20,000 pages from Epstein’s estate, some of which reference Trump directly. Among them are 2018 messages from Epstein himself, in which he boasted, “I am the one able to take him down” and “I know how dirty Donald is.”
As the 30-day clock begins to tick, anticipation mounts over what revelations might emerge from the archives, potentially reshaping narratives around Epstein’s vast network of influential associates and the circumstances of his demise.