The powder keg of American politics has been reignited. Vice President JD Vance directly fired at the camera during a live TV broadcast, naming former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton—accusing them of "26 times, 28 times" visiting Jeffery Epstein's notorious Caribbean "island of evil." This was not just an accusation, but more like a political declaration of war.

Jeffrey Epstein, a financial magnate and pedophile who died under mysterious circumstances in prison, had a guest list that had already stirred the nerves of the American elite. Now, Republican members of Congress are using one subpoena after another to bring these once-high-ranking political figures back to the interrogation table.

Investigation Intensifies: Congress Issues Heavyweight Subpoenas

Recently, Vice President JD Vance (JD Vance) unleashed his fury on Fox News' "Sunday Morning Futures" program, directly targeting former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State and First Lady Hillary Clinton, accusing them of having a much closer relationship with the late financier and convicted pedophile Epstein than the public imagined.

"We know that Clinton is suspected of going to Epstein's infamous 'island' 26 times, 28 times," Vance said to host Maria Bartiromo. He emphasized that House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer (Kentucky Republican) asking about what happened on the island was not only reasonable but necessary.

Clinton and Epstein had a close friendship

It is reported that Chairman Comer issued formal subpoenas to Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton on Tuesday, requiring them to appear before the committee hearing in October this year. This move is widely seen as an important signal of the Republicans increasing their offensive and thoroughly investigating the details of the Epstein case.

Vance further stated, "Democrats try to blame other things for the Epstein incident, but wealthy Democrats and Democratic political leaders often went to the Epstein Island. Who knows what they did? Asking these questions is completely reasonable."

He also added that the House subpoenas not only targeted the Clintons but also expanded to several historical political heavyweights and judicial officials from the Trump era, "I know many Americans want answers, I certainly want answers, and I think James Comer and the House team are doing the right thing."

The Summoned List: Political Giants Across Parties

In the latest released list, there are not only the Clintons, but also former Attorney General Bill Barr and Jeff Sessions from Trump's first term. They have been required to testify, explaining how they handled the Epstein case and what information they had during their tenure.

Former Attorney General Bill Barr

The cross-party nature of this list is rare—both Republicans and Democrats are included. Former Attorney General Eric Holder from Obama's administration, current Attorney General Merrick Garland from Biden's government, and former U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch will also be summoned.

Former FBI Director James Comey and former Special Prosecutor Robert Mueller are also on the list. Mueller, who led the "Russia investigation," is especially notable because of the subtle intersection between the Epstein case and the judicial storms during Trump's presidency.

Accusations of Cover-up by the Trump Administration

The actions of the Republicans also involve pressuring the Department of Justice during the Trump administration. Comer has issued a subpoena to former Attorney General Pam Bondi of the Trump administration, demanding her to release more confidential documents related to Epstein.

The logic behind this move is intriguing: Epstein died in a cell in Manhattan in 2019, sparking a nationwide wave of conspiracy theories. Whether in the Democratic or Republican camp, people have questioned whether the truth of the case was covered up. Critics believe that Epstein's death allowed many potential political and business elites to escape public scrutiny, and whether this includes the decision-making layer of the Trump administration remains a sensitive and unresolved issue.

Politicization of the Epstein Case

Epstein's story in America has long ceased to be just a criminal case, but has become a weapon in political struggles. From his light sentencing for sexual crimes in Florida, to the resumption of federal charges in New York, and finally his mysterious death, each stage has been accompanied by doubts about the operation of power and judicial transparency.

The relationship between Clinton and Epstein has always been a focal point of controversy—according to the flight logs that have been exposed, Bill Clinton frequently flew on Epstein's private jet to his private island "Paradise Island" in the Caribbean. The Clinton side has consistently maintained that his visits were for charitable projects, unrelated to illegal activities on the island. However, the Republicans clearly do not accept this explanation, believing there are hidden motives behind it.

Given that the United States is entering an election cycle, this investigation targeting the Clintons and other high-ranking officials obviously has deeper political intentions. For the Republicans, the Epstein case can not only undermine the credibility of the Democrats, but also shift public opinion's focus away from internal conflicts within the Republican Party and Trump's legal troubles.

Vice President Vance's bold statements are also seen as accumulating capital for political strategies in 2028 and beyond. By standing on the moral high ground of anti-corruption and exposing scandals, he not only maintains resonance with grassroots voters of the Republican Party, but also sends a message to the party's power core that he is capable of taking on major public opinion battles.

Public Expectations and Doubts

However, the American public's attitude towards the Epstein case has already become complex. On one hand, many hope that the congressional investigation will reveal more truths and give victims and their families a sense of justice; on the other hand, people are skeptical about whether Congress is genuinely pursuing the truth or merely using the case for political maneuvering.

After Epstein's death in 2019, the U.S. Department of Justice promised to continue investigating all those involved. But years have passed, and the details of the case remain fragmented, with very few people actually facing criminal prosecution. It is in this context that any investigative action is likely to be labeled politically.

What Might Happen Next?

Currently, the House Oversight Committee plans to hold a series of hearings in the fall, with key individuals on the summon list scheduled to testify in batches. These hearings are likely to become hot events for television and online broadcasts, serving both as an opportunity for the public to obtain information and as a stage for political confrontation.

Regardless of the outcome of the investigation, the Epstein case has once again become a hot potato in the American political landscape. From the Clintons to the Trump judicial team, and then to successive attorneys general and FBI officials, this investigation has gone beyond a single party's struggle, becoming more like a collective trial that encompasses the entire circle of American political elites.

Jeffrey Epstein's notorious "Lolita Island"

For ordinary Americans, what they want to know is not only "who went to the island," but also "what really happened on the island," and why the truth remains shrouded in mystery.

It is foreseeable that in the coming months, the name of Epstein will frequently appear in the headlines of American media, and that long list of summonses may become a lever to break silence and secrets—or once again be buried by political interests.

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