| sean... | Many of the victims have spoken out. |
| ambe... | Victim names can be redacted, protecting their identities while still releasing names and details about the perpetrators and their acts. |
| kenn... | They can redact info that identifies victims. |
| boba... | Celebrity names CEO’s and people of significant public responsibilities should be released.Inocent and victims’s names should be redacted |
| fick... | Find the criminals! |
| atli... | Generally I favor the release of and declassification of 100% of all government documents with appropriate redacting to protect victims. But the current administration admittedly denies the facts as they claim that the ends justify any means which would permits them to redact any facts they wish to conceal. |
| patr... | Sexually abusing women and children should not be tolerated. This behavior should never be allowed in the presidency seat. We would like to know the truth. |
| lind... | The file should be released to the House of Representatives and sensitive material related to the victims should be redacted. |
| btaw... | Redact victim names and release the files to expose the Pedos! |
| tomp... | Most of the people I talk to would rather focus on the economy and inflation . The issue is in the past and frankly most of us don't care. |
| tubi... | the victims names need not be mentioned. but dumb donald the pedophile and his like all need brought to light. |
| robo... | It’s not so much that public interest should take priority. The victims deserve to have the perpetrators face justice. They shouldn’t release the victims names, but everyone else should be named and prosecuted for their crimes. |
| mdul... | I understand people's desires to see the salacious material but it serves little purpose. Trump has fueled a conspiracy theory that the deep state withheld the Epstein files since so many famous people were on the list that were part of the cabal. That is like catnip to MAGA, thus leading to the rift in the views of Trump's supporters now that he is refusing to release the information and it comes to light that he knows his name figures prominently. Even asking the courts to unseal grand jury testimony was just a PR act to make it seem like he had no problem with the release, knowing that the courts cannot approve the release unless the case were to fall into very specific exceptions and the DOJ attorney didn't even try to make this case fit. So, Trump clearly does not want the information released. However, even if it were to finally be made public, does it matter? The courts have already found he committed sexual assault, he's been found guilty of criminal fraud, he's openly boasted of more sexual assault and of enjoying the benefits of being allowed to walk behind stage to see nude 14-16 year old girls, he's been barred from running any charitable organization because of additional fraud, and so on. Will it really make any difference if the files show that he was complicit with Epstein in these cases? There truly is nothing that will sway his supporters away from him and his message, in classic cultish style. So, the few remaining courts actually adhering to the law should weigh the petitions and find in this case just like any other, no matter which outcome that creates. |
| pjpa... | Of course Trump’s name appears in the files bc he threw Epstein out of MarALago bc he was soliciting young female patrons & Trump has called for the release of all info that wouldn’t victimize the young girls & their families |
| tere... | It ain’t the crime, it’s the coverup |
| jpwp... | If the documents could reveal a coordinated, structured and criminal enterprise in political, legal, law enforcement and care services or misconduct that is questionable of the electorate insofar as it could place a challenge on their fitness to hold such public positions, then it is right to release in public interest, pure sensationalism that only affects the victim is not in the interest. That said, in this instant I think a full unredacted release is the only action acceptable. |
| barr... | The names of victims can be redacted. |
| cica... | All the files need to be released. Not just grand Jury testimony. Not cherry pick to exclude Donald Trump’s name. Every single page needs to be released the case in Florida prosecuted by Alex Acosta needs to be released that was settlement was completely fraudulent |
| andr... | Once again, we see privacy protections for the government, while individuals are spied on by our government. I like that people are asking for transparency on this particular case - likely based on hatred for Trump versus hatred of government obfuscating how it operates. All that said, intelligence is likely at the heart of this entire case - and most Americans have no clue. |
| nanc... | By not releasing all the documents, the distrust continues to grow. Come clean with the information so we can all move on. |
| cfto... | If you're truly innocent then releasing the documents should not harm you. Only someone that is concerned of their own guilt would block their release. |
| jose... | Trump is hiding his terrible behavior! |
| lste... | So, we’d like to know if the president is a legal dirtbag or an illegal dirt bag? Leave them sealed. |
| cssl... | "Sensitive Content" is not a valid reason to withhold closed cases. Victim Privacy may be, but has the DOJ or all these highly paid attorneys ever heard of redacted reports? Happens all the time in Florida. |
| kris... | Release the files!!! That’s why you were elected. Next election vote “anybody else but these m*therfuckers.” No more Dems, no more Republicans and no more independents. Everybody got to go and start fresh. Time to really drain the swamp, Trump including all career politicians. SMDH! Trump got some nerve not releasing those files and trying to act like it’s fake news now. Nope, there is no more dangling the low hanging fruit. They all need to be held accountable. And get the f*ck outta here trying to distract the American people with treats to go after the Obama’s. I swear anyone who believes this sh*t is dumber than a box of rocks. Nobody’s going to jail, these politicians get away with everything and everyone in power facilitates and covers it all up, and pretends they are trying to get justice. Stop being naive, wake up! |
| cdma... | The US has become a banana republic due to Donald J Trump's involvement in politics. I believe he has forever reduced our credibility and our past position as "the land of the free and the home of the brave". I worry about the future my grand children will live in. |
| dave... | easy name the adult participants and redact the minors name but put their age in such as this female A age 12 was found to be or Male age 13 was found to be with Adult name. |
| alic... | I was not talking about the grand jury testimony. It should remain sealed for a reason I have not seen mentioned anywhere. If the testimony is unsealed, in future criminal cases, why would anyone be willing to testify before a grand jury? While testimony can be compelled that is true only up to a point. A cooperating witness is noncooperating. The DOJ files should be released, with victim's names (and only those names) redacted. |
| blik... | Who else’s name was “found multiple times”? Bias alert! I am near a point of unsubscribing, Anna. |
| jbgo... | Only if it’s for further need in court. |
| 2ali... | Just because 'curious minds want to know', we should set aside victim protection protocol and our code of ethics? Good luck getting victims to come forward at this rate! |
| aran... | The victims want this material released. |
| gray... | Our so called President is involved in that mess we the people have the right to know how crooked he is. I feel for the victims. |
| angi... | I don’t like how the media and apparently your organization drop a”Trump s name appeared”. that may have absolutely nothing to do with Trump being on Epstein Island, or affiliated with Epstein. I’m sure lots of people‘s names appeared in affiliation with Epstein that had nothing to do with being on Epstein Island or his disgusting behaviors. Obama’s , Clinton’s, 1/2 of Hollywood………. |
| twin... | We are talking about the us pres being involved in MORE ILLEGAL activities!!! THATS WHY THE TRUTH NEED BE TOLD!! |
| jjgo... | Let the truth be told . |
| vtgr... | Everything needs to see the light of day. |
| lora... | many people may have known or done business with Epstein but that does mean they did anything illegal or participated in sex capades with the man. Those who participated in the sex capades should be prosecuted on an individual basis. |
| kind... | True Conservatives would never stand for a President exercising this much power over our checks and balances. Trump is effectively taking our culture back 50 plus years peeling back rights people most don’t even understand. What’s worse is he’s using women and minorities by giving them feigned power to make changes to policy thereby masking the ultimate consequences. No one in his administration stands for integrity of the law or our countries core values! |
| deni... | Aren't there laws about these things? Why is releasing these files different than any other criminal proceeding files? The law and court proceedings should not be treated like a reality TV show. If there is evidence of criminal activity in the files, those people should be arrested and brought to trial. If there is not such evidence, then what is the point of releasing the files other than to appeasee public need for gossip and sensationalism. Victims should bring charges which is their right. Beyond that, public need to get a life and mind their own business. Releasing info that is none of our business impacts family members who had nothing to do with their family member's behavior. They should not have to suffer to satisfy public interest for information that the public will talk about for a week but the family members will be impacted for years. |
| tjaw... | Open the windows! Time for some fresh air. |
| skyy... | 15.7% = hardcore MAGA ; 7.% = morons who need someone else to tell them how they should think. It’s a black and white issue, there really isn’t a gray area. |
| lisa... | It’s about time Trump got called to the carpet for his lies |
| joyo... | Maybe should not be revealed publicly but only to those that need to know to make informed decisions regarding participants in possible crimes. |
| tdhu... | Tough call, but there has been bipartisan agreement that files should remain sealed. Democrats wanted these files sealed when Democrats held the White House and now a GOP White House continues that trend. Victim privacy should always be a priority. Just because names are mentioned as having an association of some limited degree with Epstein does not mean that the individuals named participated in any criminal activities facilitated by Epstein. Do we really need to satisfy lascivious public curiosity or partisan flame-throwing while re-igniting the pain of innocent victims? |
| milt... | Never once have we heard Trump take responsibility for anything. Blame is deflected by pointing the finger. His victimhood is disguising. He fits the profile of an abuser. Releasing the docs, redacted for children and victim name, is pass due. |
| octa... | This is such a dramatic 180 for Republicans, who were calling for blood of any predators named in those files, only to backpedal so hard they've fallen over since Trump is one of the named predators. |
| lkdn... | But individual names of female VICTIMS should be redacted |
| mjhe... | Please, the release of these documents could be his ousting and our country's saving grace. |
| af.a... | You can do both (Jane Doe, 12 yo from AZ) - testified Donald J Trump asked…. |
| bjta... | There is no reason these files should be withheld from the American public. Let the cards fall where they may with respect to powerful people. If they were part of the sexual exploitation of minors then they need to be held accountable. Remember the old Democratic adage "No one is above the law". Let's see how this plays out wherever Bubba Clinton gets his subpoena. |
| godi... | Can’t they release the documents with the victims’ names redacted? |
| ned.... | Will NEVER see the truth ! Can you say coverup ! |
| csbr... | It’s obvious Trump was a pedophile and child rapist, as were many others associated with Epstein. Trying to utilize their wealth and privilege to keep it covered up. Anyone defending them are enablers of pedophilia aka MAGA for pedophiles. |
| fkor... | Child abuse should never be covered up! Bring out the truth! |
| sara... | The judge was correct to not unseal grand jury files, which are focused on only 3 of the hundreds of victims, and which protect witnesses and victims. The full DOJ and SDNY files should be released in some controlled fashion to a special prosecutor's office to determine whether a coverup has taken place, and whether additional charges for Epstein related actions by unknown parties, or coverup activities by DOJ have taken place ad should be prosecuted. |
| trag... | The files can be released with steps taken to redact identifying information on the victims. For instance, first names could remain and last names hidden. There is a lot at stake here and the public has a right to know who they are dealing with in the.White House and elsewhere in the government. While it is unlikely that Trump and his associates will receive sanctions for their behavior, the public needs to see what is being covered up and by whom. Hopefully this awareness will have consequences at the polls. Trump has lied about his involvement with Epstein - one minute he knows him as a great guy and then asserts that he no longer has associations with that loser. He says he knew nothing about his name appearing in the files and then we find out that Bondi had advised him that his name appeared multiple times. I don’t trust Trump. I don’t think he cares about the citizens of this country and places his own interests before those of the citizens. His lies and distortions of the truth are unacceptable and compound my mistrust. Others need to see another layer or two about the man who was elected president and the people who perpetuate his misrepresentations of the truth. If he doesn’t have anything to hide he wouldn’t be hiding these documents. |
| kpri... | In this case, exposing criminal activity, supersede any potential perceived harm to the victims. |
| avaa... | Rich old white men knowing they are underage and still did things and think they should be entitled to keep it a secret should be public |
| jamf... | The child victims must not be disclosed w/out consent. |
| sara... | If our president is involved illegal in anyway, regarding the Epstein files, the public should be made aware. |
| hraw... | You can release the documents and black out the victims names for their protection. If any officials or governmental names are on the list. We the people should know and those people should be prosecuted |
| asma... | House committee could review files and omit victim names to maintain privacy. |
| ezed... | He’s a liar and has no morals He doesn’t deserve to be president He should be in jail |
| sjbe... | Only the names of the victims should remain private. The public has a right to know what politicians and business leaders were involved with Epstein and the extent of that involvement. If any are being blackmailed it may be a matter of national security. Any client or participant in Epstein’s crimes should resign and face prosecution. |
| g.sa... | The privacy of the victims must be protected and redacted. As far as Trump, what is the goal, there are no surprises, he lacks character, nothing new. |
| jlcg... | What documents? The only one really interresting at this point is Florida's State Attorney's hand book where he noted who called or wrote him to recommend a very lenient deal for Epstein after his first arrest. |
| amia... | Not sure why this has now become so important? Prurient interest? Jeffrey Epstein died on August 10, 2019 - 6 years ago. Where were the Demos and the media for the past 6 years? I guess some brainiacs have decided that the guy who authorized the release of the data, is front & center in the list of shameful “participants”. Even Trump is not that stupid. A vote in the H of Reps? Why? A rogue, picayune, small minded – small contingent group, off the rails – nothing more important? There are courts to deal with these matters, assuming there is even anything to deal with. Cui bono? |
| kitt... | This appears to be just one gigantic coverup - the biggest and most beautiful coverup in the history of this country! Greater than anything that has ever been covered up before! |
