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Thune Questions Epstein Files Bill Amid Trump Controversy

9/10/2025

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Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed doubt about a Senate vote on the Epstein Files Transparency Act, highlighting the need for transparency.
House Democrats shared a letter they claim Trump wrote to Epstein, which Trump denies.
The letter, predating Epstein's abuse allegations, features a sketch and a message about a "wonderful secret."
Republicans released documents from Epstein's estate, including the "birthday book," asserting no client list exists.
Trump criticized the renewed focus on Epstein as a political maneuver by Democrats.

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Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed doubt about a Senate vote on the Epstein Files Transparency Act, highlighting the need for transparency.
House Democrats shared a letter they claim Trump wrote to Epstein, which Trump denies.
The letter, predating Epstein's abuse allegations, features a sketch and a message about a "wonderful secret."
Republicans released documents from Epstein's estate, including the "birthday book," asserting no client list exists.
Trump criticized the renewed focus on Epstein as a political maneuver by Democrats.