Most Americans Back Release of Epstein Files
A PBS News/NPR/Marist poll published Oct. 2, 2025 finds roughly three‑quarters of U.S. adults want all government files related to Jeffrey Epstein released. The story places the poll in political context: House members are pushing a petition to force public release (needing 218 signatures), Rep. Adelita Grijalva’s pending swearing‑in would supply the critical 218th signature, and Speaker Mike Johnson has delayed her swearing‑in — even as majorities in each party, including 67% of Republicans, support full release.
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🔍 Key Facts
- About 75% of Americans say all Epstein files should be released; 13% want some released and 9% want none
- Party splits: 84% Democrats, 83% independents, 67% Republicans favor full release
- Procedural/political detail: Adelita Grijalva’s forthcoming swearing‑in would provide the 218th signature to force a House vote; Speaker Mike Johnson has delayed swearing‑in