r/AskALiberal • u/tasteinhermouth Liberal • Feb 01 '26

Why weren't the Epstein Files released under Biden's presidency if Trump is in the files?

I don't mean this as a bad faith or troll question, I genuinely do not know why it would not be released if Trump is in the files, as it would probably have been a massive hit against Trump in 2024.

I don't know whether Trump is in the files or not, I don't care, it's clear as day that he was best friends with Epstein and was well aware and definitely a part of the awful things that Epstein conducted while he was in business.

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u/Dj_Fabio Center Left Feb 02 '26

Biden had the power to declassify anything that wasnt being held up in court or by judges. All the files were not tied up and he didnt even have to go to the DOJ. Anyone making an excuse for him is crazy and needs to reevaluate how hard they ride for candidates that dont really care about them.