Summary
President Donald Trump has urged House Republicans to vote for the release of the Epstein files. He mentioned that Republicans have nothing to hide and accused Democrats of using the issue to distract from Republican achievements. Trump's comments indicate a shift in his stance, as he previously criticized Republican support for the files' release.
Key Facts
- President Trump told House Republicans to vote to release the Epstein files.
- Trump stated that Republicans have "nothing to hide."
- He had previously labeled the Epstein files issue as a "Democrat hoax."
- Trump accused Democrats of focusing on the files to distract from Republican successes.
- He had criticized some House Republicans for wanting to release the files as "very bad, or stupid."
- Trump ordered U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi to investigate high-profile Democrats related to the controversy.
- He urged Republicans to focus on economic issues like inflation and tax cuts.
- Trump suggested the House Oversight Committee should have access to documents they are legally entitled to.
