Trump Urges House Republicans to Release Epstein Files Amid Internal GOP Divisions

President Donald Trump has shifted his position, now urging House Republicans to vote for the release of Justice Department files concerning the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.

In a Truth Social post on Sunday, Trump stated, "House Republicans should vote to release the Epstein files, because we have nothing to hide." This marks a departure from his previous opposition to the measure.

The House is expected to vote on the release of these files this week, following a bipartisan push led by Representatives Thomas Massie (R-KY) and Ro Khanna (D-CA). The proposed legislation aims to compel the Justice Department to disclose all case files related to Epstein's sex trafficking investigation and death, with allowances for redacting sensitive information pertaining to victims or ongoing investigations.

Trump's reversal comes amid internal GOP divisions. Notably, he withdrew his endorsement of Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA), a vocal proponent of the files' release.

House Speaker Mike Johnson has expressed support for the disclosure, stating, "There's nothing to hide."

The bill's prospects in the Senate remain uncertain, though advocates hope a strong House vote will apply pressure for transparency regarding Epstein's network and associations.