White House wants Epstein to die
Wed 8:47 am +00:00, 11 Feb 2026
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt abruptly shut down questioning and ended a press briefing after reporters raised renewed concerns about the Epstein files, including former President Donald Trump’s past claims and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s acknowledged contacts with Jeffrey Epstein after his conviction.
Leavitt dismissed the line of questioning with a blunt “we’re moving on,” signaling the administration’s determination to close the issue rather than address it.
The moment followed reporting that highlighted inconsistencies in Lutnick’s public statements and renewed scrutiny over why Epstein-related questions continue to surface years after his death.
Instead of engaging with the substance, Leavitt defended Lutnick, rejected the premise of the questions, and attempted to pivot to unrelated topics before walking away from the podium.
Together, the incidents highlight a familiar pattern: political elites attempting to rhetorically seal off the Epstein files while the public continues to demand answers about who was protected, and why accountability never seems to reach the top.
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The Epstein files controversy has erupted into a political firestorm after US Representative Thomas Massie threatened to publicly expose alleged client names if the Department of Justice refuses to release fully unredacted documents.
His warning intensified scrutiny of officials accused of shielding powerful figures, transforming the long-running scandal into a fresh battle over transparency, justice for survivors and the limits of government secrecy.
Lawmaker Threatens ‘Nuclear Option’ To Force File Transparency
With millions of files still sealed and lawmakers preparing to examine secret material in a secure reading room, Republican congressman Thomas Massie’s warning has intensified pressure on officials accused of protecting powerful figures. His dramatic pledge to use what he calls a ‘nuclear option‘ has turned the long-running Epstein scandal into a fresh battle over transparency, justice for survivors, and the role of government secrecy.
Massie has vowed to escalate the fight over Epstein documents if authorities continue withholding key information. After gaining access to unredacted materials alongside Democrat Ro Khanna, Massie said he is prepared to read out alleged client names on the House floor if the DOJ refuses to release them publicly.
He argues that more than three million files remain hidden despite legislation requiring disclosure without redactions aimed solely at protecting reputations. During a television appearance, Massie accused officials of ignoring the law and said survivors deserve accountability. His threat has triggered fierce debate, with supporters calling him courageous while critics warn that public naming without legal confirmation could have serious consequences.
Millions Of Epstein Files Remain Hidden Despite Legal Deadline
Last year Congress passed a measure requiring the DOJ to release Epstein related documents without excessive redactions. Yet despite a large document dump, many pages remain sealed or heavily censored. Massie claims the most important materials include FBI interview summaries known as 302 files, which contain testimony from witnesses and alleged victims.
He has also criticised the release process for exposing some victims while allegedly concealing the names of possible perpetrators.
Lawmakers will be allowed to inspect files in a tightly controlled reading room after giving advance notice, and they may only take written notes. The strict conditions have added to frustration among politicians who believe the public is being denied crucial information.
The latest batch of documents has sparked further outrage due to several disturbing references found within heavily redacted emails. Among them are messages thanking Epstein for a ‘fun night’, a chilling note allegedly granting permission to harm an unnamed person, and a reference to a ‘torture video’. A separate prosecution memo from 2019 discussing potential liability for Epstein associates was briefly uploaded before being removed from public view
Massie has argued that overredaction hides key details such as senders’ identities and the full context of communications. He also called for greater scrutiny of officials and associates mentioned in the files, including claims that certain political and business figures maintained relationships with Epstein after his conviction.
Growing Political Clash As Hearings And Public Demands Increase
The controversy has escalated into a broader political clash involving senior figures in the Trump administration and the Department of Justice. Massie has vowed to question Attorney General Pam Bondi over delayed disclosures, the handling of sensitive information, and the continued secrecy surrounding major documents.
His comments have fuelled an intense online reaction, with some praising his determination while others fear potential legal risks if names are publicly revealed. As congressional committees prepare to review confidential materials, pressure continues to mount from both lawmakers and the public demanding transparency.
Massie’s warning has already reignited one of the most explosive debates surrounding the Epstein files and the powerful networks linked to the case.
