JD Vance, Backed by Peter Thiel, Called for Epstein List Release Before 2024 Election Amid Elon Musk Party Formation

JD Vance, a political figure backed by Peter Thiel and considered a tech industry insider, publicly advocated for the release of the Epstein list prior to the 2024 US presidential election. In multiple statements from October 2024, Vance emphasized the importance of making the Epstein list public. However, following the election, there has been scrutiny and questions about what changed regarding his stance. The topic remains a point of discussion amid broader political dynamics, including Elon Musk's formation of a new political party, which is influencing vote distribution. Commentators such as Ben Shapiro have also called for a reassessment of perspectives on Jeffrey Epstein.