Poll Finds 75% of Americans Want Full Release of Remaining Epstein Files

Photo: Facebook / Things You Don't Know Official A new national poll shows broad bipartisan support for the full release of remaining go...

Photo: Facebook / Things You Don't Know Official

A new national poll shows broad bipartisan support for the full release of remaining government documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, with roughly 75% of American adults saying they want all files made public — even if disclosures implicate members of their own political party.

The survey, conducted by PBS News in partnership with NPR and Marist Poll, found that support for transparency crosses party lines. According to the results, 84% of Democrats, 83% of independents, and a majority of Republicans favor releasing all remaining records tied to Epstein’s criminal network and associated investigations.

Only 6% of respondents said they were satisfied with the materials that have been released so far. Two-thirds of those surveyed believe the federal government is deliberately withholding information, reflecting deep public skepticism about how the case has been handled.

The controversy intensified after the U.S. Department of Justice missed its own congressional deadline by more than a month before releasing approximately three million pages of documents. Critics argue the files were heavily redacted and lacked a comprehensive explanation of what information had been excluded or why certain materials remain sealed.

Transparency advocates have called for clearer disclosures and a detailed accounting of withheld records. Lawmakers pressing for full release say the issue is not partisan but centers on restoring public trust in federal institutions. The Epstein case, involving allegations of sex trafficking and abuse of minors among high-profile associates, has fueled widespread suspicion and speculation since his death in federal custody in 2019.

Political tensions have also emerged on Capitol Hill. Mike Johnson, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, faced criticism after delaying the swearing-in of a newly elected congresswoman whose vote could have triggered a floor vote on full disclosure. Critics argue the move stalled legislative efforts to compel broader transparency, while Johnson’s supporters maintain procedural reasons guided the decision.

International developments have further complicated the landscape. Authorities in Poland, Latvia, and Lithuania have launched their own investigations into potential links connected to Epstein’s activities, underscoring the global scope of the case.

The poll results suggest rare consensus in an otherwise polarized political climate. Analysts note that bipartisan agreement on government transparency — particularly in cases involving alleged abuse and elite connections — is uncommon. Yet despite overwhelming public support, further disclosures have yet to materialize.

As pressure mounts on lawmakers and federal agencies, the central question remains whether public opinion will translate into policy action. With trust in institutions at stake, the demand for clarity surrounding the Epstein files continues to shape debate in Washington and beyond.