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Trump's Viral Ad Sparks Epstein Files Controversy

12/22/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump promoted the claim America is the 'hottest country' in a White House ad featuring Jon Hamm dancing.
The video went viral and coincided with the Justice Department's failure to release the Epstein Files by the deadline.
Lawmakers criticized the DOJ for redacting materials without explanation.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche acknowledged the missed deadline and said more Epstein Files would be released soon.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump promoted the claim America is the 'hottest country' in a White House ad featuring Jon Hamm dancing.
The video went viral and coincided with the Justice Department's failure to release the Epstein Files by the deadline.
Lawmakers criticized the DOJ for redacting materials without explanation.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche acknowledged the missed deadline and said more Epstein Files would be released soon.