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Trump Agrees To Sign Epstein Files Bill, But Online Critics Label His Remarks A ‘Deflection’

Nov 18, 2025, 09.45AM IST
US President Trump said he is willing to ‘sign the bill’ to release the Epstein files if Congress approves it, but his remarks quickly drew scrutiny. While calling for transparency, Trump repeatedly insisted he ‘wasn’t there at all’ and avoided giving further details about his own proximity to Epstein. Instead, he shifted attention toward Democrats, naming Reid Hoffman, Larry Summers and Bill Clinton, claiming they were ‘with him constantly.’ Once his comments spread online, critics described his tone as ‘defeated’ and ‘desperate,’ with some suggesting he appeared to be ‘begging on live TV,’ and questioning whether he truly wants the files released or hopes to bury the issue.
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