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Trump says he would sign legislation to release Epstein files

Photo of Trump signing a piece of paper.
President Donald Trump signs an executive order as Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., left, and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick watch in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025. (Pool via AP)

After months opposing the release of Jeffrey Epstein’s Justice Department files, President Trump told reporters he would sign a bill if it reaches his desk. Trump had previously called the files a “Democrat hoax” on Truth Social, but now he’s urging House Republicans to vote for full disclosure. Analysts say questions remain about what documents may be redacted when the vote reaches the House floor.