Trump nightmare: Bipartisan group grows to force Epstein files public over Trump's objections

Government Transparency & Political Dynamics - A bipartisan effort in the House, led by a Democrat and a Republican, aims to force a vote on publicly releasing all files related to Jeffrey Epstein [1] - The bill would compel the release of all Epstein files, explicitly protecting victims and excluding child pornography [3] - The effort has gained support from some Republicans, indicating a potential fracture within the Republican base [4][5] - The Congressman believes that Trump's reluctance to release the files is more damaging than if he were implicated in them [12] Public Trust & Government Accountability - Distrust in government is a major concern, with trust levels significantly lower than in the past [18] - Releasing the Epstein files is seen as crucial for restoring public trust in government [18] - The Congressman argues that releasing the files is an exception to the DOJ's policy of not leaking information without charges, due to the high stakes and public interest [16][17] Potential Content of Epstein Files - The files likely contain evidence and witness interviews of wealthy and powerful men engaged in inappropriate behavior [15] - There are speculations about whether national security or intelligence agencies are at stake [16]