More Than 100 Republicans Could Support Full Release of Epstein Files, According to Thomas Massie

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Representative Thomas Massie said there could be “an avalanche of Republicans” willing to vote in favor of forcing the Department of Justice to publish all files related to Jeffrey Epstein.

The lawmaker stated that support within his caucus could exceed 100 votes—enough to move the measure forward even in the face of a possible presidential veto.

“There could be 100 or more. I hope to get a large enough majority to override a veto,” Massie said during an interview on ABC News’ This Week.

The discussion comes amid growing political pressure to fully reveal documents tied to the Epstein case as the Epstein files release gains momentum.

Previous Release of Over 20,000 Epstein Case Documents

The vote will take place days after the House Oversight Committee released more than 20,000 documents related to Epstein.

These include emails, text messages, and direct references to President Donald Trump.

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Trump responded by calling the documents a “hoax” and pressured Attorney General Pam Bondi to open investigations into prominent Democratic figures.

These moves have been widely interpreted as an attempt to counteract the media attention generated by the document release.

Massie Warns of Possible “Smoke Screen”

Congressman Massie expressed concern about the impact of new investigations announced by the administration.

According to him, these investigations could be used to justify withholding certain documents on the grounds that they are related to ongoing inquiries.

“This could be a giant smoke screen… a last desperate attempt to prevent the release of the Epstein files,” Massie warned in the interview.

The congressman’s remarks reflect an unusual internal clash among Republicans regarding how to handle the case.

Democrats Point to Political Use of the Justice Department

Democratic Senator Chris Murphy also addressed the issue during his appearance on This Week.

Murphy called Trump’s request to Pam Bondi to investigate Democrats “heartbreaking and completely predictable.”

He added that the Department of Justice has turned into “a protection network” for the president and a tool to pursue political opponents.

“That’s why our democracy is in such danger right now,” Murphy said, denouncing the situation.

Trump’s Relationship With Epstein Back in the Spotlight

The political debate over the documents has also renewed scrutiny of Trump’s relationship with Epstein.

The president has stated that he cut all ties with the financier in the early 2000s.

He said he ended contact after learning that Epstein was recruiting employees from Mar-a-Lago.

Trump has not been accused of any crime related to Epstein, but his name appears repeatedly in public documents and testimonies.

Expectation Builds Ahead of House Vote

With the possibility that more than 100 Republicans could support the Epstein files release, anticipation surrounding the vote is growing.

The issue has become a point of bipartisan tension due to the potential political impact of publishing the full set of documents.

Lawmakers from both parties anticipate that public pressure could influence the final outcome.

For now, the House is preparing for a session that could mark a new chapter in the controversial Epstein case, according to ABC News.