Trump Orders Bondi To Release Epstein Grand Jury Testimony

President Donald Trump has directed Attorney General Pam Bondi to seek court approval to release grand jury testimony related to the prosecution of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, aiming to address criticism from his supporters about the administration's handling of the case. Bondi announced plans to petition the court to unseal these transcripts, although legal experts note that grand jury materials are rarely made public due to federal protections. This directive follows a Justice Department statement denying the existence of an Epstein "client list" and reaffirming Epstein's death as a suicide, which had fueled conspiracy theories among some Trump supporters. Despite Trump's push for transparency, some prominent figures like podcaster Joe Rogan have expressed skepticism about the existence of incriminating footage or lists, highlighting inconsistencies in previous claims by officials including Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel. Trump has also criticized certain Republicans and supporters for amplifying the Epstein issue, suggesting some were misled by political opponents. Meanwhile, congressional pressure is mounting, with House Republicans considering resolutions demanding more extensive disclosures from the DOJ.