Mike Johnson Challenges Trump, Calls for Transparency in Epstein Investigation

House Speaker Mike Johnson has publicly demanded complete transparency from the Justice Department regarding the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, emphasizing the necessity for an open and comprehensive review. This stance represents a direct challenge to former President Donald Trump’s repeated claims that the Epstein case is a fabricated scandal driven by political motives. Johnson’s call for clarity marks a significant deviation from Trump's characterization of the matter as "the Jeffrey Epstein Hoax." Trump previously dismissed the controversy, stating, "Their new SCAM is what we will forever call the Jeffrey Epstein Hoax, and my PAST supporters have bought into this ‘[expletive],’ hook, line, and sinker." In response, Johnson affirmed, "It’s not a hoax. Of course not." Recent reports suggest Trump’s name appears in Epstein investigation documents, fueling further investigation. The Justice Department’s reluctance to release additional files has frustrated supporters concerned about potential implications. A bipartisan House Oversight subcommittee has voted to subpoena internal Justice Department records related to Epstein, with Johnson opting to end the summer session early to...