US Vice President Faces Backlash Over Epstein Client List Claims

Vice President JD Vance, before joining President Donald Trump's second term administration, repeatedly called for the release of a rumored Jeffrey Epstein 'client list' allegedly containing names of high-profile individuals involved in Epstein's sex trafficking ring. Despite Attorney General Pam Bondi's earlier claims that such a list was on her desk, the Justice Department later confirmed there was no credible evidence of a client list and reaffirmed Epstein's death as a suicide. This reversal has sparked backlash and accusations of the Trump administration fueling conspiracies only to retract them amid lack of evidence. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt clarified that Bondi referred to the entire file, not a client list, while critics argue the administration’s handling has deepened public skepticism. Vance has defended President Trump, denying any wrongdoing related to Epstein despite his prior calls for transparency. The controversy continues to fuel online speculation and political tension, highlighting the ongoing challenges in addressing Epstein-related allegations within the Trump administration.