• Mike Johnson claims Trump was an FBI informant against Jeffrey Epstein.
• Trump dismisses demands for Epstein documents as a "Democrat hoax."
• Johnson defends Trump, emphasizing his concern for victims of Epstein's actions.
• Bipartisan support is growing in Congress for the declassification of Epstein-related documents.

US House Speaker Mike Johnson claimed on Friday that President Donald Trump once served as an “FBI informant” concerning Jeffrey Epstein, a statement that remains unverified. Johnson, defending Trump against any allegations related to Epstein, remarked, “When he first heard the rumor, he kicked him out of Mar-a-Lago. He was an FBI informant to try to take this stuff down,” according to Indiatimes and AA.

Johnson made these comments while addressing the bipartisan push led by Rep. Thomas Massie to release Epstein files, suggesting the initiative was “totally unfounded” and “mooted.” Amid calls for transparency, Trump has labeled the efforts as “another Democrat hoax,” arguing that Democrats took no action regarding Epstein while he was alive, according to TRT Global and Indiatimes.

Johnson emphasized Trump's hatred for Epstein's actions, stating, “It’s a terrible, unspeakable evil; he believes that himself.” This remark followed Trump's earlier claims that forthcoming investigations were politically motivated, resulting in accusations against him being misrepresented, according to AA.

Trump's relationship with Epstein has been complex; while he once described Epstein as a “terrific guy,” he later distanced himself after learning of Epstein's alleged actions. Despite previous camaraderie, a falling out reportedly occurred over Epstein's behavior and a related real estate dispute. Additionally, the ongoing discussion of Epstein's associates remains contentious among lawmakers, reflecting a broader societal concern about accountability for victims, as noted in Indiatimes and TRT Global.