So even if Democrats wanted to release the Epstein files in their entirety during Biden’s presidency, it’s not clear that a court would have granted their request. Trump is now encountering the same issue — meaning that the firestorm around him might not die down anytime soon.

The Missouri senator's comments come amid a broader, tumultuous moment for Republicans and allies of Trump both in Missouri and nationally.

House Republicans shut down legislative proceedings to avoid voting on Jeffrey Epstein document release, sparking bipartisan outrage as Congress enters 5-week recess.