Crockett Skeptical of Trump/GOP on Epstein Files

Despite a recent push to release the FBI files related to Jeffrey Epstein’s criminal investigation, some lawmakers, like U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett, aren’t convinced. She believes that President Trump and Republican leaders are not genuinely committed to transparency regarding these sensitive documents.

Skepticism Over a Sudden Reversal

The U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote on compelling the full release of the Epstein files. However, Crockett is highly doubtful of the apparent change of heart from President Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson. She bluntly stated, ‘They’re full of it,’ referring to the Republicans’ newfound support for the resolution.

This shift comes after Trump initially dismissed the Epstein investigation as a ‘hoax.’ He later called for an investigation into Epstein’s alleged connections with high-profile figures, including former President Bill Clinton. Speaker Johnson also reversed his stance shortly after Trump’s call to action.

Accusations of Delay Tactics

Crockett isn’t buying the sudden change. She told CNN that Johnson allegedly refused to reconvene the House for weeks, specifically to avoid a forced vote on the Epstein legislation. She even pointed out that the swearing-in of newly elected Arizona Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva, who could have provided the crucial 218th vote, was delayed.

Crockett accused Johnson of being ‘full of s—t’ and ‘violating the Constitution’ to prevent the vote. Her strong words highlight a deep distrust in the motivations behind the recent developments.

Concerns About Future Stalling

The controversy surrounding Trump’s own alleged connections to Epstein, including reports of him spending time with victims at Epstein’s home, adds another layer to the skepticism. Crockett believes that even with public support for release, Republicans might find ways to bury the contents of the files.

• The Senate might refuse to take up the files.
• There might not be enough votes in the Senate for passage.
• Trump’s call to investigate his ‘enemies’ could be used as an excuse to block release.

Republican Congressman Thomas Massie, a co-sponsor of the resolution, also voiced concerns that Trump’s focus on investigating his perceived enemies could provide a legal loophole to prevent the documents from becoming public. Crockett echoed this sentiment, suggesting that any mention of ‘open cases’ could be the justification used to keep the documents sealed.