'Would like to see transparency': GOP voters call for release of Epstein files

Public Opinion & Political Impact - 86% of Americans, including 83% of Republicans, support the release of all files related to the Jeffrey Epstein case [1] - Approximately 24% of Republicans disapprove of President Trump's handling of the Epstein files issue [3] - The Epstein controversy could deflate the Republican base's enthusiasm for the midterm elections due to distrust of government institutions and perceived cover-ups [9][10][11] - Democrats are trying to seize a political opportunity by highlighting Trump's responsibility in the Epstein files situation [13] Economic Concerns & Political Strategy - Democrats believe focusing on economic issues, such as the rising prices of beef and lumber, is a more winning strategy in the long term [14][15] - Recent inflation reports indicate that prices are increasing [15] Democratic Party & Future Elections - Kamala Harris will not run for governor of California, signaling a potential presidential run in the future [15][16][17] - The Democratic Party may benefit from fresh faces and new figures who are removed from culture wars [19][20] - Many potential Democratic presidential candidates are emerging, including Gavin Newsom, Andy Beshear, Wes Moore, and Pete Buttigieg [21][22] - Republican strategists are wary of Democratic candidates like Andy Beshear, Josh Shapiro and Wes Moore who can appeal to centrist voters and are removed from culture wars [23]