Trump says US attorney general should release any 'credible' information on Epstein

July 16, 2025

President Donald Trump has stated that Attorney General Pam Bondi should release "whatever she thinks is credible" regarding sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, amid backlash from his political base. Bondi faces criticism after her department recently claimed there was no evidence of an Epstein "client list," seemingly contradicting her previous statements. Trump questioned the continued interest in the case, calling it "sordid but boring," while several key Republican allies, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, continue pushing for transparency.

Who is affected

President Donald Trump's political base and supporters
Attorney General Pam Bondi
Trump administration officials (including FBI Director Kash Patel and deputy Dan Bongino)
Republican allies (House Speaker Mike Johnson, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, Rep. Lauren Boebert, Senator John Kennedy)
The American public interested in the Epstein case

What action is being taken

Attorney General Pam Bondi is declining to address Epstein-related questions at press conferences
House Democratic lawmakers are attempting (unsuccessfully) to force a vote on releasing Epstein files
Some Republican allies are publicly calling for transparency and release of Epstein information
The Department of Justice and FBI have released a two-page memo stating they found no "incriminating list" after reviewing more than 300 gigabytes of data

Why it matters

The issue matters because Trump previously promised to release files relating to Epstein while campaigning, creating expectations among his supporters. Bondi's statement that there was no evidence of an Epstein "client list" contradicts her previous comments and those of Trump allies who have called for more transparency. The controversy has created a rare divide between Trump and some of his key supporters, including House Speaker Mike Johnson and other prominent Republicans who continue to demand transparency on the matter. Many in Trump's MAGA movement believe details about Epstein's crimes may have been withheld to protect influential figures.

What's next

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