At least one credible mainstream news source reports by EO2026 that the files are either partially redacted or partly missing or suspects the files were altered (opinion section OK)
However, the administration manages to blacken great parts of the files.
Something happens or is enforced by Trump to divert the attraction on other things.
By EOY26 Massie claims that the files have been altered or otherwise significantly not in compliance with the bill's requirements
At least five people with Wikipedia pages resign due to files
After blackened papers are made public, there will be a leakage of uncensored files.
Stacey Plaskett no longer a US House Delegate before 1 Feb 2027?
A MSM news source speculates partisan bias in redactions (opinion section OK) by EOY2026
Soon after release, the Trump DOJ launches a raft of investigations against political opponents named in the Epstein files.
An ongoing DOJ investigation triggered by Trump’s allegations involving Bill Clinton or others will result in the files being sealed and not publicly released despite the Epstein Transparency Act
Somebody gets prison time
George Stephanopoulos Leaves ABC before 4th of July 2026
Files suggest Epstein offered to cooperation/testimony against associates within 1 year of his death.
Someone in the November 2025 Supreme Court is mentioned in the files
Any F500 company’s market cap loses 10% within a week of an executive’s involvements with Epstein becoming known
Trump gets impeached in 2026 in part due to his involvement with Epstein
Any congressperson gets impeached/removed in 2026 in part due to their involvement with Epstein
"Bubba" photo released or leaked by EOY26
At least 10% of current (Nov. 19, '25) House Representatives leave office (by any means) before the next congress is sworn in
