Dear Editor,
Donald Trump’s usefulness to the Republican Party has run its course. Now well into his second term, he is no longer eligible for reelection, and his approval numbers suggest he is dragging the party toward a disastrous showing in the midterms. The sharks are circling, and they are not from the opposing party. They are from within his own ranks.
Representatives Marjorie Taylor Greene and Tim Burchett are among the prominent Republicans calling for the full, unredacted release of the Epstein files. Their motivation is not hard to guess. These records, which may include Trump’s name on flight logs and in financial transactions, could serve as a political cleanse. By shining light on these dark associations, they position themselves as champions of transparency and women, while quietly clearing the path for a new generation of Republican leadership.
To some, it may seem unthinkable that the GOP would turn on its most prominent figure. But make no mistake, they are ready to throw Trump under the bus. After all, they have learned from the master (Trump himself). And, surprising as it may sound, this could be America’s saving grace.
The Epstein files are not just about politics. They represent an urgent public safety issue. Girls and young women in the presence of any man named in those documents may be at risk. It does not matter if that name is Trump, Clinton, or Diddy. Accountability must transcend party lines and celebrity status.
The truth must come out, not just for political gain but for justice, safety, and the future of our democracy.
Ace Jones, Greensboro