JD Vance Called for Release of Epstein Files on Theo Von Podcast Before 2024 Election, Now Silent as Vice President; Trump Dismissed Probe

In the months leading up to the 2024 US presidential election, then-Senator JD Vance publicly advocated for the release of files related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, describing it as an important issue. In an October 22, 2024, interview on a podcast hosted by Theo Von, Vance emphasized the need to disclose the Epstein list, suggesting the matter warranted further scrutiny. However, following the election and his subsequent appointment as Vice President, Vance has remained silent on the issue, prompting criticism from Von and others who question what led to the change in his stance. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump dismissed the Epstein investigation as unimportant, stating it was not worth pursuing. The discourse around the Epstein files and Vance's shift in position continues to attract media attention.