House Oversight Committee Confirms Imminent Release Epstein Files

President Donald Trump faces increasing pressure as the Epstein files, which detail the connections and alleged criminal activities of Jeffrey Epstein and his associates, have been handed over to the House Oversight Committee for review and potential public release. Trump has dismissed the scandal as a Democrat hoax, despite mounting evidence and public demand for transparency, with critics highlighting how this stance conflicts with the serious legal consequences faced by Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking. Commentators like Joe Rogan have criticized Trump’s handling of the case, emphasizing that the scandal is real given the convictions and jail sentences involved, and warning that this issue may influence future elections. Meanwhile, investigative voices argue that the Epstein case is part of a broader, long-term intelligence operation involving Trump, Putin, and Russian oligarchs, posing a threat to Western democracy. Recent judicial decisions have also denied motions to unseal grand jury transcripts, complicating the administration's attempts to appear transparent. This multifaceted controversy highlights deep political divisions and ongoing debates about accountability and the integrity of democratic institutions.