Trump Says He Will Approve the Release of the Epstein files. But There Are Loopholes.
The New York Times • 11/19/2025 • Last cited 11/19/2025
Summary
Former President Trump stated he would approve the release of the Epstein files, although the bill has not yet been presented to him, leaving its timeline uncertain, according to The New York Times.
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.1)
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Final Score0/100
CategoryLindy
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Consensus: Strong consensus: 9 independent sources
Age: 60 days - proven survivor
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