Trump Urges Release of Epstein Files, Slams Marjorie Taylor Greene
CBS NewsDecember 5, 20258 min12,286 views
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- π’ President Trump has reversed his position, now urging House Republicans to vote in favor of releasing the Jeffrey Epstein files.
- π‘ He stated on social media that Republicans should release the files because "we have nothing to hide and it's time to move on from this Democrat hoax."
- ποΈ This comes as House GOP leaders plan a vote to compel the Justice Department to release the documents, following the release of over 20,000 pages from Epstein's estate.
- β©οΈ Previously, Trump had personally lobbied Republican members of Congress to stop the vote, indicating a desire to avoid the topic.
Focus on Economy and Democrats
- π― Trump wants to shift the focus from the Epstein controversy to issues he considers winning issues, such as affordability and the economy.
- π He has directed investigations into the relationship between prominent Democrats and Epstein, naming figures like Bill Clinton and Larry Summers.
- π£οΈ Trump claims the DOJ has already turned over tens of thousands of pages related to this investigation into Democrats' alleged involvement.
Rift with Marjorie Taylor Greene
- π₯ A significant rift has emerged between President Trump and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, a former staunch supporter.
- π£οΈ Trump has publicly criticized Greene, calling her "wacky Marjorie Traitor Brown" and dismissing concerns for her safety.
- β οΈ Greene has expressed that the feud with Trump is causing her and her family death threats and significant harm, and has acknowledged her own role in the vitriol.
- π€· Trump appears dismissive of her concerns, emphasizing his desire to move past the Epstein issue and focus on Republican party priorities.
Epstein Survivors and Transparency
- π Some Epstein survivors are calling for the release of the files and wish to meet with President Trump, though the likelihood of this meeting is considered very low.
- π’ Survivors have also advocated for the passage of the Epstein Transparency Act.
- π The White House frames the administration's actions differently, asserting they have released the most documents from Epstein's estate compared to any other administration.
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