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Trump asks why Democrats didn’t release Epstein files if there was ‘smoking gun’

UNITED STATES, JUL 18 – Trump ordered Attorney General Pam Bondi to seek court approval for releasing Epstein grand jury testimony amid pressure from supporters despite DOJ saying no further disclosures warranted.

  • Six years ago, Jeffrey Epstein took his own life while detained and preparing to face charges related to sex trafficking.
  • The controversy intensified as congressional Democrats pushed resolutions to release flight logs and FBI documents, accusing Trump of hiding files.
  • Trump instructed Attorney General Pam Bondi to seek the disclosure of grand jury testimony but labeled the case a "Democratic hoax" and opposed the appointment of a special prosecutor.
  • A July 7 Justice Department memo dismissed claims of foul play and a 'client list,' while polls show 79% of Americans want full disclosure.
  • The dispute suggests ongoing political division over transparency in Epstein-related records, with no consensus on releasing all materials publicly.
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There are rumors and conspiracy theories surrounding the case. Now, the issue of the release of the Epstein files for US President Trump is becoming more and more a problem. Why is this so explosive?

·Hamburg, Germany
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Pressure to release files from opposition and Republicans - The Wall Street Journal's "bombshell" report

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Does he have something to hide? Donald Trump won't get rid of the questions in Jeffrey Epstein's case. The US president and his people just make it worse themselves.

·Germany
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