President Donald Trump has signed a landmark bill directing the Justice Department to release the long-awaited Epstein files within 30 days, setting the stage for one of the most consequential public disclosures in recent political history.
The measure reached the President’s desk after clearing the House of Representatives on Tuesday, followed by swift approval in the Senate. With Trump’s signature, federal officials are now mandated to make public the documents tied to Jeffrey Epstein, the disgraced financier whose network of associates has fueled years of controversy.
In an announcement, the President declared: “I have just signed the Bill to release the Epstein files.” He continued, “Democrats have used the ‘Epstein’ issue, which affects them far more than the Republican Party, in order to try and distract from our amazing victorie.
Trump’s support for the bill marks a dramatic reversal. He previously dismissed the push for disclosure, calling the files a “hoax.” But over the weekend, he urged Republicans in Congress to unite behind the legislation. According to him, that appeal is what led to the bill’s sweeping approval: “Because of this request, the votes were unanimous in favour of the passage.”
The newly signed law compels the Justice Department to publicly release the documents, though certain redactions may apply under national security and privacy rules. Still, the move is expected to shed significant light on Epstein’s network, his activities, and the individuals linked to him.
Trump has also called for deeper investigations into high-profile figures tied to Epstein, including former treasury secretary Larry Summers and LinkedIn founder Reid Hoffman, a major donor within the Democratic Party. He further urged scrutiny into the former President’s associations with Epstein.
The upcoming release is likely to intensify political tensions, fuel public debate, and prompt renewed examination of Epstein’s influence across business, politics, and global institutions.
