: JD Vance says "people mistrust the entire effort" on Epstein files release

In a recent interview with podcaster Joe Rogan, Vice President JD Vance addressed the controversy around the release of files from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, acknowledging that the administration had “mishandled” the process. Vance specifically said that former Attorney General Pam Bondi’s public claim of having binders of documents on her desk, which he described as an overstatement, led many to become skeptical—prompting the quote that “people mistrust the entire effort.” He insisted the administration did not intend to hide anything, attributing the missteps to poor communication rather than a cover-up. The remarks are significant because they address ongoing public suspicion about the Epstein case and the government’s transparency.