Senate Majority Leader John Thune on Wednesday became the highest-ranking Republican to call for full transparency in the government's handling of Jeffrey Epstein's case, pushing back on growing frustration from both sides of the aisle.
Public pressure has mounted in recent weeks after the FBI and Department of Justice released a brief, unsigned memo concluding their Epstein review, which claimed there was "no credible evidence" of blackmail or further crimes tied to uncharged individuals. The memo's vague language and lack of detailed findings angered many, particularly Donald Trump's own supporters.
Trump, who once promised to uncover the truth behind Epstein's death and alleged network, has recently lashed out at those questioning the administration's inaction, according to the New York Post. On Tuesday, he dismissed renewed interest in the case as a "scam" and referred to supporters calling for more transparency as "weaklings" he no longer wants behind him.
Despite that, Thune voiced a different tone in an appearance on Fox News, saying, "We're all interested in making sure that justice is served... I think more is always better."
He also acknowledged that the public may have had "unrealistic expectations" about what would be revealed but insisted that transparency is still the best path forward. House Speaker Mike Johnson echoed that sentiment, telling a conservative podcast this week that "we should put everything out there and let the people decide."
It remains unclear whether Thune's comments will lead to a formal Senate investigation or hearings.
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