Epstein Files: The Transparency Act for Opaque Administrations
The mainstream line is a noble fight for transparency, with Congress heroically passing legislation to expose the Jeffrey Epstein network. Axios breathlessly explains why the files still won't be released, citing 'active investigations' and 'national security' exemptions. Conveniently, these loopholes grant the executive branch carte blanche to redact or withhold anything inconvenient, ensuring
accountability remains a distant dream. This isn't transparency; it's a carefully choreographed political theater, showcasing Congress's ability to appear to act without actually doing anything. The 'transparency act' is just another layer of legal insulation, guaranteeing continued opacity. One might wonder, if everyone truly wants these files public, why isn't the legislation ironclad, without
the gaping 'national security' and 'active investigation' escape clauses?