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Trump Urges DOJ Epstein Release, Blames Democrats

11/18/2025

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The White House accused Democrats of lacking transparency about Epstein after U.S. President Donald Trump shifted stance and urged Republicans to back a Department of Justice Epstein-file release.
Trump claimed the release would counter a Democrat Hoax aimed at undermining Republican successes.
The White House highlighted Democratic connections to Epstein.
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the Epstein focus is a distraction and a tactic by Democrats and the media.

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The White House accused Democrats of lacking transparency about Epstein after U.S. President Donald Trump shifted stance and urged Republicans to back a Department of Justice Epstein-file release.
Trump claimed the release would counter a Democrat Hoax aimed at undermining Republican successes.
The White House highlighted Democratic connections to Epstein.
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the Epstein focus is a distraction and a tactic by Democrats and the media.