But Johnson’s deflection was quickly met with a Community Note on X. It pointed out that the push to release the Epstein files is, in fact, largely a bipartisan effort, with over half of the current cosponsors being Republicans. The note linked to the resolution, which shows a steadily growing list of supporters across the aisle.

The speaker has drawn criticism for shutting down the House before lawmakers could vote on releasing the Jeffrey Epstein files.