Mike Pence Calls for Release of All Jeffrey Epstein Files
CBS NewsAugust 5, 20252 min212,194 views
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- 💡 Former Vice President Mike Pence believes the Trump administration should release all files related to Jeffrey Epstein's investigation and prosecution.
- 📌 Pence emphasized the importance of transparency and holding accountable anyone associated with Epstein.
Protecting Victims and Public Scrutiny
- 🛡️ While advocating for disclosure, Pence stressed the need to protect the names of victims by excluding them from any public release.
- ⚖️ He stated that individuals associated with Epstein should be subjected to public scrutiny if the facts warrant it.
Addressing the "Hoax" Claim
- 🗣️ Pence disagreed with President Trump's characterization of the Epstein matter as a "hoax."
- 🔍 He pointed out that Epstein's prosecution began under the Bush administration and continued through subsequent administrations, indicating it is not a hoax.
- ✅ Pence sees no reason why the administration should withhold the files, provided victims' identities are protected.
Victim Numbers and Accomplices
- 📈 Reporter Julie K. Brown noted that the Justice Department's reported number of over 1,000 victims suggests the existence of accomplices who may have worked with Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
- ❓ Brown questioned whether an inquiry into potential criminal prosecution for these individuals is warranted.
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