Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Johnson Disputes Trump: Epstein Scandal 'Not a Hoax'
The Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, said the Jeffrey Epstein scandal is not a hoax, disagreeing with former President Trump.
Trump has been trying to downplay the situation.
Johnson wants to ensure that everyone connected to the Epstein case is brought to justice.
A House committee is working to get all the government's files on Epstein.
The Speaker also decided to end the legislative session early to avoid discussing the Epstein case further.
House Speaker Johnson contradicted Trump, calling the Epstein scandal 'not a hoax'.
Johnson stated the importance of bringing anyone involved in the Epstein case to justice.
A House subcommittee approved a subpoena for all Justice Department files on Epstein.
Trump has repeatedly dismissed the renewed scrutiny as a 'hoax'.
The Speaker announced an early summer recess to avoid debate on releasing Epstein documents.
- Who
- House Speaker Mike Johnson and former President Donald Trump.
- What
- House Speaker Mike Johnson addressed the Jeffrey Epstein scandal.
- When
- Interview released Thursday, action approved Wednesday.
- Where
- US House of Representatives.
- Why
- To address the ongoing scrutiny of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal and differing views within the Republican party.
Speaker Johnson's View
Trump's View
Nature of the Scandal
Speaker Johnson's View
The Jeffrey Epstein scandal is not a hoax.
Trump's View
The Jeffrey Epstein scandal is a hoax.
- Speaker's Stance
- Epstein scandal is not a hoax
- Trump's Stance
- Epstein scandal is a hoax
- Johnson's Goal
- Bring those involved to justice
- Subpoena Issued
- For all Justice Department files
- Recess Adjustment
- Summer recess moved earlier