Summary
President Trump announced he would sign a bill to release documents related to the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein if Congress approves it. He previously did not support releasing the documents, but has now changed his position and encourages Republicans to approve it.
Key Facts
- President Trump indicated he would sign a bill to release Jeffrey Epstein investigation documents if Congress passed it.
- He initially opposed releasing the documents but later urged Republicans to support it.
- Trump referred to the Epstein issue as a "Democrat problem" and labeled it a "hoax."
- Despite his statements, Trump has the power to release the documents without waiting for Congress.
- The release of Epstein's files had caused some debate among Trump's supporters, with some wanting transparency.
- Some Republican members of Congress are willing to vote to release the documents, despite earlier objections.
- Trump ordered an investigation into potential ties between Epstein, former President Bill Clinton, and other well-known Democrats.