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JD Vance admits Trump admin mishandled Epstein files release

Vice President JD Vance has acknowledged that the Trump administration mishandled the release of the Epstein files, calling it a significant political liability. Vance stated on The Joe Rogan Experience that the communication surrounding the release was particularly flawed, citing former Attorney General Pam Bondi's claims about document binders as an example of poor messaging that eroded public trust. He suggested that the documents, totaling millions, should have been released more quickly, despite the need for redactions. AI

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JD Vance admits Trump admin mishandled Epstein files release

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Herb Scribner ·

    Vance: "We did" mishandle Epstein files release

    <p>Vice President <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/06/vance-summer-trump-heir" target="_blank">JD Vance</a> said the Trump administration "mishandled" last year's release of the Epstein files during an appearance on "The Joe Rogan Experience."</p><p><strong>Why it matters: …