Calls to release the Epstein files have grown louder in recent weeks—from both sides of the political aisle. While it is understandable that the public demands transparency from the government, what is most surprising is that figures like Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer are now criticizing President Donald Trump for not releasing the files.
Schumer insists that all Epstein-related documents be made public. But under President Biden’s administration, no such effort was made.
The truth is simple: if Democrats had wanted to release the Epstein files, they had four full years to do so. Yet at no point did President Biden or his Department of Justice prioritize the issue. If the release of these documents is now considered an urgent matter, where was that urgency then?
It is dishonest to pretend that former President Biden lacked the legal authority to act.
The executive branch—particularly the Department of Justice—has immense influence over whether investigative records are withheld or released.
While not everything is directly under presidential control, the priorities of any administration are set from the top. Biden’s DOJ had full access to Epstein-related material held by federal agencies, including the FBI.
Many of these documents could have been declassified or made public, especially those not tied to active investigations. And even when certain records are under judicial seal, the DOJ has the legal authority to file motions requesting their release, particularly when compelling public interest is at stake.
The same framework now applies to President Trump. If he decides to release all Epstein-related materials, he will face the same legal and political constraints.
The difference is that Democrats stayed largely silent while they held power—until now, when they use the Epstein files as a weapon against Trump.
So the question is obvious: Why didn’t Democrats push for the release of the Epstein files when they had the power to do so?
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