• The Justice Department’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files has ignited calls for greater transparency. President Trump declines a special prosecutor, urging AG Bondi and DOJ to release credible evidence. Congressional leaders from both parties demand open records. The debate underscores constitutional checks, accountability, ensuring robust congressional oversight and public trust.*

WASHINGTON, DC (TDR) — As pressure mounts to peel back the curtain on the Justice Department’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case, President Trump has formally rejected appointing a special prosecutor, while signaling support for releasing any additional credible evidence uncovered by Attorney General Pam Bondi and the Department of Justice.

No Special Counsel, Yet Calls for Transparency

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters Thursday that President Trump “would not recommend a special prosecutor” to review the Epstein files.

“He is in agreement with some of the leaders on Capitol Hill that if Attorney General Bondi and the Justice Department come across any other credible evidence, they should provide that to the American people,” Leavitt said.

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Despite this stance, Leavitt’s comments acknowledge bipartisan sentiment on Capitol Hill for fuller disclosure, reflecting limited government that still answers to the public.

Congressional Pressure Builds

Lawmakers from across the aisle have coalesced around demands for transparency. Conservative activist Laura Loomer urged the president to “appoint a special counsel to handle the Epstein files investigation,” while former White House advisor Steve Bannon backed her call on his “War Room” podcast:

“The DOJ and FBI are overwhelmed. Let the special counsel report directly to the president,” Bannon asserted.

Meanwhile, Republican Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) and Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) have filed a joint resolution to force a House vote on full release of the records. Their measure would compel the Department of Justice to open its files to public scrutiny, reinforcing government accountability.

Justice Department Leadership and Political Fallout

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AG Bondi’s decision in early July to withhold additional evidence has drawn ire from Trump’s base and criticism from Democrats alike. In response, President Trump lashed out on Truth Social:

“Their new SCAM is what we will forever call the Jeffrey Epstein Hoax, and my PAST supporters have bought into this ‘bull—-,’ hook, line, and sinker. The Radical Left Democrats have hit pay dirt, again!”

Complicating the controversy, the Justice Department abruptly terminated federal prosecutor Maurene Comey—known for her work on both the Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell prosecutions. Comey warned colleagues that her firing could sow fear among career prosecutors:

“Fear is the tool of a tyrant, wielded to suppress independent thought. Instead of fear, let this moment fuel the fire that already burns in the heart of this place.”

Upholding Sovereignty Through Oversight

At stake is more than partisan theater. The debate touches on constitutional values of separation of powers and the public’s right to know how justice is administered. Proponents of disclosure argue that only transparent processes can sustain public trust and deter future abuses. Critics warn that politicizing prosecutorial files may compromise sensitive investigations and national security.

The Trump administration’s refusal to appoint a special counsel underscores its faith in the existing Justice Department leadership while acknowledging Congress’s role in oversight. By coupling executive discretion with legislative checks, the current dynamic reflects traditional American ideals of limited government balanced by accountability.

Will Congress succeed in compelling the DOJ to release all Epstein files, or is executive restraint the wiser path to preserve justice integrity?

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