2028 Republicans pick sides on Epstein Files
Briefly

Several Republican senators have called for the release of Epstein files, highlighting a belief among Trump voters that the government is covering up evidence. A poll indicated that 79% of Trump supporters want the files released. Figures like Ted Cruz and Rand Paul have publicly urged for transparency regarding the case. Cruz has outlined a plan for the files and both he and Paul are potentially positioning themselves for a 2028 presidential run. Hawley expressed skepticism about the administration's stance on Epstein's client list.
A July Economist/YouGov poll found that 79% of Trump voters believed the government should release the Epstein files, and that 52% thought the government was covering up evidence.
I think all this stuff ought to be public," Hawley said in mid-July.
Rand Paul called for the release of the Epstein files during an interview this week with MSNBC.
Cruz and Paul, in particular, are positioning themselves for possible 2028 runs.
Read at Axios
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