Why is Trump changing his stance on the Epstein files
Donald Trump changed his stance on the Jeffrey Epstein files due to intense political pressure from both his own Republican base and a rare bipartisan effort in Congress, as well as a desire to stop the issue from being a "major distraction" from his administration's agenda. Trump had resisted releasing the files, calling the push a "Democratic hoax" and "pretty boring stuff". However, facing mounting pressure, he abruptly reversed course and signed legislation on November 20, 2025, that compels the Department of Justice to release the files.
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